# YAMAP vs Satellite

The clearest difference is rating: YAMAP at 4.3 against Satellite's 3.4. YAMAP also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (55% vs 25%). Satellite's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YAMAP sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per month and Satellite sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

YAMAP holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of YAMAP's written reviews are positive against 25% of Satellite's.

YAMAP ships an update weekly, Satellite monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | YAMAP | Satellite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yamap/id558780450/reviews)** | [3.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-climbing-app/id1435848233/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **54.9% of reviews** | 24.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 162 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [YAMAP INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/558780453) | [Funabashi Rocky Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435848232) |

## What reviewers say

### YAMAP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yamap/id558780450)

This app enhances outdoor adventures like trekking and skiing with GPS tracking and detailed maps, even without a mobile signal. It allows users to create and share online activity journals, view health metrics, and access offline map data for safe and enjoyable exploration.

**Highlights:** Offline GPS tracking, Detailed outdoor maps, Online activity journal, Health metrics integration, Route sharing, Downloadable maps

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| YAMAP PREMIUM (1 Month) | $5.49 | per month |
| YAMAP PREMIUM (1 Year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Rental 1 extra map (30 days) | $2.99 | one-time |


### Satellite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-climbing-app/id1435848233)

Track your climbing sessions, view routes, and connect with friends at registered gyms. Share send videos, discover new beta, and even create your own training routes. Stay updated on gym progress and achievements.

**Highlights:** Gym search, Register sends, Send videos, Logbook, Rankings, Timeline, In-app gym card

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Plan (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Light Plan (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Plan (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus Plan (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Light Plan (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Gold Plan (Annual) | $28.49 | per year |
| Premium Plan (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Plus Plan (Annual) | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is YAMAP free?

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

### Is Satellite free?

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

### Which has better reviews, YAMAP or Satellite?

YAMAP is rated higher. YAMAP averages 4.3 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Satellite averages 3.4 from 8 ratings.

### Do YAMAP or Satellite have ads?

Satellite shows ads; YAMAP does not.

### Which is updated more often, YAMAP or Satellite?

YAMAP ships an update weekly, and Satellite monthly. Most recently, YAMAP was updated on November 1, 2026 and Satellite on November 2, 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.*