# W vs Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map

The clearest difference is rating: Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map at 4.7 against W's 2.3. Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 20%) and ratings volume (459 vs 29). W's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. W asks for nothing beyond the download.

Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map has 459 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of W's written reviews are positive against 52% of Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map's.

W ships an update every 3 weeks, Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | W | Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/w-gps/id1514763409/reviews) | **[4.7 (459 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker-iss-live-map/id6746504191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29 | **459** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **52.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 115 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ShanTou City Vison Electronictechnology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1388222999) | [Phong Pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731047500) |

## What reviewers say

### W

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/w-gps/id1514763409)

This application enables real-time image transmission and operational control of aircraft via Wi-Fi. It allows for remote photo and video capture, as well as drone movement control with various engaging features.

**Highlights:** Real-time image transmission via Wi-Fi, Aircraft operational control, Remote photo and video capture, Drone movement control, Engaging gameplay features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker-iss-live-map/id6746504191)

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.

**Highlights:** Live Satellite & ISS Tracking, Satellite Visibility & Pass Forecasts, Educational Insights, User-Friendly Interface, Custom Alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is W free?

W is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map free?

Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, W or Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map?

Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map is rated higher. W averages 2.3 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map averages 4.7 from 459 ratings.

### Do W or Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map have ads?

Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map shows ads; W does not.

### Which is updated more often, W or Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map?

W ships an update every 3 weeks, and Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map monthly. Most recently, W was updated on September 19, 2026 and Satellite Tracker ISS Live Map on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*