Comparison

SatPathFinder vs BTHome Sensors

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

Head to head
About

SatPathFinder

Visualize satellite orbits with multiple views and detailed data tables. Calculate overflight times for the next seven days and special sked times for radio amateurs. Aids manual antenna alignment using internal sensors.

Highlights
  • Satellite orbit visualization
  • Detailed data tables
  • Overflight time calculation
  • Sked time calculation for radio amateurs
  • Manual antenna alignment aid
  • Internal sensor utilization
Features
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SatPathFinder is an application for visualizing satellite orbits. Several views are available for this. The most important data is listed in a table. Overflight times can be calculated for the next seven days. There is a special option for radio amateurs to calculate sked times. This is the period of time during which a satellite can be observed from two locations at the same time. The iPhone or iPad serves as an aid for manual antenna alignment, using the internal sensors.

About

BTHome Sensors

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A universal monitor for BTHome Bluetooth devices. This app lets you scan for nearby BTHome protocol devices and monitor their data in real time. It supports a wide range of sensor types and presents readings in clear graphs with historical tracking. Built to be flexible and lightweight, the app adapts to different devices without requiring custom setup. Features Scan and discover BTHome Bluetooth devices View live sensor readings Support for multiple sensor types defined by the BTHome protocol Interactive charts with historical data Device details including signal strength and battery status Clean interface focused on clarity and performance Ideal for monitoring environments, testing sensors, or analyzing long-term trends. Note: Requires Bluetooth access and BTHome-compatible devices. Supported sensors depend on the device capabilities. Compatible devices and manufacturers Use BTHome broadcasts from Shelly BLU H&T, Shelly BLU Door/Window, Shelly BLU Motion, Shelly BLU Button1 and Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4. Monitor Xiaomi / Mijia thermometers (custom firmware), such as LYWSD03MMC. Also suitable for b-parasite plant sensors and DIY ESP32 sensors broadcasting BTHome.

Screenshots

SatPathFinder4 screens
BTHome Sensors3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BTHome Sensors at every 3 weeks against SatPathFinder's every 2 months. SatPathFinder's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $3.99). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

SatPathFinder costs $2.99 and BTHome Sensors $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SatPathFinder ships an update every 2 months, BTHome Sensors every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SatPathFinder versus BTHome Sensors: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSatPathFinderBTHome Sensors
Price$2.99 — better$3.99
Rating2.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas Lindner, DL2RUMMICHAL KOVAL

In-app purchases

None

SatPathFinder

No in-app purchases

None

BTHome Sensors

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SatPathFinder free?
SatPathFinder costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BTHome Sensors free?
BTHome Sensors costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do SatPathFinder or BTHome Sensors have ads?
Neither SatPathFinder nor BTHome Sensors shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SatPathFinder or BTHome Sensors?
SatPathFinder ships an update every 2 months, and BTHome Sensors every 3 weeks. Most recently, SatPathFinder was updated on November 11, 2026 and BTHome Sensors on November 9, 2026.

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