# SatNOGS vs Handit Remote

The clearest difference is rating: SatNOGS at 5.0 against Handit Remote's 3.0. SatNOGS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Handit Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Handit Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year. SatNOGS asks for nothing beyond the download.

SatNOGS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively.

SatNOGS ships an update every 5 months, Handit Remote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SatNOGS | Handit Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satnogs/id1669797826/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handit-remote/id6756713522/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 3 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Victor Belov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1356487489) | [Nikolaos Theodoridis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1740752191) |

## What reviewers say

### SatNOGS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satnogs/id1669797826)

Access a global network of satellite ground stations to communicate with satellites and observe their data. The platform is open to all, with public observation results freely distributed. Resources are available for building your own ground station.

**Highlights:** Global ground station network access, Remote ground station operation, Satellite communication, Public observation data access, Ground station building resources

**In-app purchases:** none


### Handit Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handit-remote/id6756713522)

Control your EV3 robot wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Connect via Bluetooth to monitor battery, motor status, and receive notifications. Customize controls with virtual joysticks or D-pads for a personalized robot driving experience.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth connectivity to EV3 brick, Live battery and motor status, Visual and haptic feedback, Virtual D-pad and joystick controls, Customizable button functions, Motor role and speed assignment, Discover tab for accessories and actions

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handit Pro | $8.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SatNOGS free?

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

### Is Handit Remote free?

Handit Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SatNOGS or Handit Remote?

SatNOGS is rated higher. SatNOGS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Handit Remote averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do SatNOGS or Handit Remote have ads?

Neither SatNOGS nor Handit Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SatNOGS or Handit Remote?

SatNOGS ships an update every 5 months, and Handit Remote every 6 weeks. Most recently, SatNOGS was updated on June 3, 2026 and Handit Remote on September 17, 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.*