Comparison

RS vs Iridium GO! exec

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RS

Features
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"RS-SAT100" is a text chat application for ICOM "IC-SAT100" and "IC-SAT100M" satellite communication transceivers. It provides a text chat function through a satellite communication network by connecting to a transceiver using Bluetooth. Device requirements: iOS version 12.0 or later. Supported transceivers: Icom IC-SAT100 and IC-SAT100M Refer to the instruction manual for details. NOTE: The RS-SAT100 is not guaranteed to work on all iPhones and iPads. It may not work, depending on the version of the OS or the apps installed on your device. The RS-SAT100 connects to the transceiver using Bluetooth. It may not correctly operate, depending on the radio wave environment of Bluetooth. Bluetooth may disconnect in the following cases: · The screen of the device is locked. · This application is running in the background mode. · Wi-Fi is enabled. · When connecting or disconnecting a Bluetooth headset.

About

Iridium GO! exec

This companion app enables satellite connectivity for your smart devices, allowing for select email, chat, social media, weather, and light web browsing. It also provides access to two high-quality voice lines and an SOS feature for emergencies.

Highlights
  • Satellite voice and data connections
  • Two high-quality voice lines
  • SOS emergency feature
  • Connection Manager for data usage control
  • Preconfigured firewall settings for apps
  • Quick dial list for 10 contacts
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Iridium GO! exec™ Companion App  GO! exec is the world’s first portable, touchscreen-enabled satellite access device. It extends satellite connectivity by enabling the users to wirelessly connect to their smart devices for select email, chat, social media, weather, and light web-browsing apps, as well as simultaneous access to two high-quality voice lines. FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES •Powered by the Iridium Certus® 100 midband service  •Iridium GO! exec supports voice and data connections. (Note: The product does not support SMS – Iridium recommends Iridium GO! for users who require SMS capabilities.) •Make calls by accessing your own contact list.  •Set up your SOS feature to alert either a personal contact or the International Emergency Response Coordination Center (registration required). •Use our Connection Manager to access Iridium® internet at speeds up to 22 kbps up / 88 kbps down. •Iridium Certus 100 speeds are ideal for standard social media, chat, and transactional apps.  •And more!  NEW FOR IRIDIUM GO! EXEC •Access two high-quality voice lines using your smart device or the Iridium GO! exec device’s built-in speakerphone.  •Create and manage a quick dial list for up to 10 contacts on the Iridium GO! exec device. •Connection Manager: To maximize bandwidth for the best possible apps, this feature helps users reduce the risk of runaway data usage and bill shock. ● Automatically Disconnect After: Iridium GO! exec will terminate your internet session after a predetermined length of time if you get distracted by other tasks or forget to end the session manually. Not done working? You can choose a new duration while the session is still active. ● Web / App Profile: Iridium GO! exec comes with several preconfigured firewall settings for popular apps, like WhatsApp and Teams. ● Data usage counter: Shows how much data has been used by the device (approximation – not to be used for billing purposes). NOTE The Iridium GO! exec device and an Iridium service subscription are required in order to use this app. Start by connecting your smartphone, tablet, or laptop by using the app or by scanning the QR code on the Iridium GO! exec. Connect to its Wi-Fi signal and you’re ready to GO! To learn more, visit www.iridiumgoexec.com.

Screenshots

RS2 screens
Iridium GO! exec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RS at 12.0 against Iridium GO! exec's 16.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RS versus Iridium GO! exec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRSIridium GO! exec
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.7 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperICOM INCORPORATEDIridium Satellite LLC

In-app purchases

None

RS

No in-app purchases

None

Iridium GO! exec

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RS free?
RS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Iridium GO! exec free?
Iridium GO! exec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RS or Iridium GO! exec have ads?
Neither RS nor Iridium GO! exec shows ads.

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