DishPointer (Satellite Finder) vs Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DishPointer (Satellite Finder)
This app simplifies satellite dish alignment using augmented reality and smartphone sensors. It guides users through a step-by-step process to precisely orient dishes for optimal signal reception, even compensating for gyroscope absence and magnetic declination.
- Augmented reality satellite view
- Step-by-step installation guide
- GPS location mapping
- Compass and beep guidance
- LNB polarization calculation
- Elevation adjustment
- Obstacle detection
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DishPointer allows you to align your satellite dish with great precision in a minimum of time thanks to augmented reality. Adjusting a dish has always been complicated. but thanks to DishPointer this task becomes child's play. By following the 9 steps of the application, you will successfully install your dish in few minutes. No more need for a gyroscope to use augmented reality. We have combined the accelerometer and magnetometer data to compensate for the possible absence of the gyroscope. This allows the majority of smartphones to benefit from augmented reality. In DishPointer we have also integrated a module to calculate the magnetic declination and compensate the error between magnetic north and geographic north because we have noticed that the majority of smartphones do not integrate this declination. This help to display the right direction DishPointer is an application that lets you orient your dish or antenna to any satellite. Thanks to the sensors of your smartphone (Compass, accelerometer) this application displays the target satellite in space in order to better choose the location of your dish or antenna and to ensure the absence of any obstacle (wall, tree…). DishPointer also uses GPS to display your location on a map and then display the direction of the target satellite from your location. The compass accompanied by a beep allows you to orient your antenna or satellite dish by following the acceleration of the beeps and the arrow of the compass. The accelerometer is used to check that the support of your antenna or dish is vertical. The steps for adjusting the antenna or the dish: 1- choose your language 2- retrieving your GPS position automatically using GPS or manually by entering your latitude and longitude. 3- choose your target satellite to calculate the orientation parameters of the antenna or the satellite dish. 4- check that the support of your antenna or dish is vertical. 5- calculate the polarization and adjust the rotation of the LNB (the head of your antenna or satellite dish) 6- adjust the elevation 7- display of a line which indicates the orientation of the target satellite from your position on a Google Maps. 8- using the compass of your smartphone accompanied by a beep to help you find the right direction of the satellite (available in Pro version). 9- display the satellite in augmented reality thanks to your camera and make sure that there is no obstacle. This is used to validate the location of your antenna or dish (available in the Pro version). 10- refine the settings. For the app to work properly, DishPointer will need the compass and the accelerometer from your smartphone. Tips: - if your smartphone does not have a GPS, you can manually enter your latitude and longitude (you can get them on Google Maps). - the compass is only essential for the Pro version. - do not hesitate to recalibrate the compass and avoid approaching it too close to the arm of the parabola because it is sensitive to metallic elements. Try to place your smartphone where there is the least magnetic interference. The free version of DishPointer is enough for you to install your dish. It will calculate the orientation parameters and display the precise direction of the satellite on a Maps map. The Pro version offers you the use of augmented reality to see the exact position of satellites in space. It also provides you with an assistant based on the phone compass to display the exact direction of the target satellite. Contact: infosoftycontactfree@gmail.com
Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map
Track satellites and the International Space Station in real-time with accurate orbital paths and visibility forecasts. Learn about space missions and receive custom alerts for upcoming passes. Designed for space enthusiasts and stargazers of all levels.
- Live Satellite & ISS Tracking
- Satellite Visibility & Pass Forecasts
- Educational Insights
- User-Friendly Interface
- Custom Alerts
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Discover the cosmos with our Satellite Tracker app, offering real-time tracking of low-earth-orbit satellites and the International Space Station (ISS). Perfect for astronomers, students, and anyone fascinated by space, this app brings satellite motion and sky visibility to your fingertips. Key Features: - Live Satellite & ISS Tracking: Track thousands of low-earth-orbit satellites and the ISS in real time, with accurate orbital paths and pass predictions. - Satellite Visibility & Pass Forecasts: View detailed visibility schedules to know when satellites are brightest and observable in your location. - Educational Insights: Learn about satellite missions, orbits, and space technology using publicly available data. - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate easily and follow satellites with a clean, intuitive design. - Custom Alerts: Set notifications for upcoming satellite passes, including the ISS and supported satellite constellations. Why Our App? - Comprehensive and Up-to-Date: Access recent public orbital data for a wide range of satellites and space objects. - For Everyone: Whether you're a space enthusiast or a casual stargazer, our app is designed for all users. Download our app now and start tracking satellites directly from your device. Embrace the beauty of space exploration and stay informed about the satellites orbiting our planet. *Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with neither SpaceX nor NASA nor Starlink nor ISS nor any satellite operator/space related . All satellite data is sourced from public, third-party databases, we do not own any of these data. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://moniqtap.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://moniqtap.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map at monthly against DishPointer (Satellite Finder)'s every 13 months. DishPointer (Satellite Finder)'s advantage is review sentiment (76% vs 50%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. DishPointer (Satellite Finder) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for DishPointer (Satellite Finder) against 4.7 for Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 235 and 388 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of DishPointer (Satellite Finder)'s written reviews are positive against 50% of Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map's.
DishPointer (Satellite Finder) ships an update every 13 months, Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DishPointer (Satellite Finder) | Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (235 ratings) | 4.7 (388 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 76.0% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 235 | 388 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Souria HAKKAR | Phong Pham |
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DishPointer (Satellite Finder)
Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map
In-app purchases
DishPointer (Satellite Finder)
- Unlock all features & hide ads$2.99
Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
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- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$49.99
- Premium Lifetime$59.99
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