Comparison

iAttenuation vs ISS Real

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

Head to head
About

iAttenuation

This app calculates resistor values for various passive attenuator networks. It supports T, Pi, H, O, and Minimum Loss Pad configurations, allowing users to input impedance and desired attenuation. It can also adjust resistor values to standard tolerances.

Highlights
  • Calculates resistor values for passive attenuator networks
  • Supports Tee, Pi, H, O, and Minimum Loss Pad configurations
  • Input and output impedance calculation
  • Desired attenuation input
  • Adjusts resistor values to standard tolerances (1%, 5%, 10%)
Features
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Passive attenuators are two port / four terminal resistive networks that are designed to reduce (or attenuate, hence their name) the power between a source and load. They can also match the impedance between the source and load. They are used in a variety of audio and radio / RF applications. iAttenuation calculates resistor values for the following types of attenuator networks: Tee Network Pi Network H (Balanced Tee) O (Balanced Pi) Minimum Loss Pad Just enter in the input and output impedance values, and the desired attenuation, and iAttenuation does the rest! iAttenuation can also adjust the calculated resistor values to match the nearest standard 1%, 5%, or 10% tolerance values.

About

ISS Real

Visualize the International Space Station, Tiangong, and Hubble in real-time 3D. Get precise flyover predictions up to 30 days in advance with a star rating system. Stream live HD video from the ISS and learn about the current crew.

Highlights
  • Real-time 3D satellite tracking
  • Predictive flyover alerts
  • Interactive Earth globe
  • Live HD Earth video stream
  • Crew information and bios
  • Apple Watch widgets
Features
Currently charting
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Track and predict flyovers of the International Space Station, Tiangong (Chinese Space Station), and Hubble Space Telescope in stunning, real-time 3D. Immerse yourself in a photorealistic globe of Earth, showcasing orbital paths and live positions for the three largest objects in low Earth orbit—optimized for iPhone, Apple Watch, and Macs with Apple silicon. Plan up to 30 days ahead with precise, location-based pass predictions, complete with a custom 0–4 star rating system that highlights the most visible flyovers. Tap to add passes to your calendar and never miss a moment. Key Features: • Real-Time Tracking: Follow the ISS, Tiangong, and Hubble with interactive 3D visuals and high-frame-rate animations. • Flyover Ratings: Instantly spot the best viewing opportunities with our intuitive star rating system. • 3D SkyDome View: See the arc of each pass from your location with a rotatable sky overlay. • Dynamic Earth Globe: View live positions, orbits, the Earth’s axis, solar reflections, subsolar point, and day/night transitions. • Crew Info: Meet the current crew, read bios, view mission stats, and connect via X (Twitter). • Alerts & Scheduling: Get automatic reminders 1 hour and 15 minutes before passes—just tap to schedule. • Live HD Earth Video: Stream from the ISS’s Harmony node in real time. • Map Customization: Choose from multiple map marker styles and zoom options. • Ambient Music: Enhance your stargazing experience with optional background music. • Info Overlay: View current satellite position, altitude, and speed at a glance. • Companion Apple Watch App: Includes Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets for quick access. • All Settings Saved: Preferences like zoom level and map style are saved for your convenience. I created this app to bring the awe of space exploration right to your fingertips. Join me on this journey—and never miss a pass again.

Screenshots

iAttenuation4 screens
ISS Real4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ISS Real at 4.8 against iAttenuation's 3.0. ISS Real also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 69 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 2). iAttenuation's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On 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

iAttenuation costs $2.99 and ISS Real $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ISS Real holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ISS Real has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iAttenuation ships an update every 69 months, ISS Real every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
iAttenuation versus ISS Real: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAttenuationISS Real
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—63.0% of reviews
Number of ratings21.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 69 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank—#41 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB258 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlack Cat SystemsMichael Stebel

Customer experience

iAttenuation

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

ISS Real

All ratings1,163 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews108 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative34.3%

In-app purchases

None

iAttenuation

No in-app purchases

None

ISS Real

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iAttenuation free?
iAttenuation costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ISS Real free?
ISS Real costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iAttenuation or ISS Real?
ISS Real is rated higher. iAttenuation averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ISS Real averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.
Do iAttenuation or ISS Real have ads?
Neither iAttenuation nor ISS Real shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iAttenuation or ISS Real?
iAttenuation ships an update every 69 months, and ISS Real every 4 days. Most recently, iAttenuation was updated on September 18, 2026 and ISS Real on September 22, 2026.

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