Comparison

SatPathFinder vs Logger 26

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

Logger 26

Features
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Logger 26 is a lightweight, high-performance logging terminal designed for the modern portable operator. Built to target the latest iOS standards, it offers a "zero-bloat" experience for POTA, SOTA, or mobile HF/VHF operations. Core Features: Rapid QSO Entry: Log callsigns, frequency, mode, RST, and power with minimal taps. Timestamps are automated so you can stay in the pileup. Smart Band & Mode Detection: Intelligently maps frequencies to bands to reduce manual errors. CW Taptic Engine: Unique tactile feedback system. Confirm callsigns and status signals via Morse code vibration—perfect for bright sunlight where screens are hard to read. Session History: View and verify your 5 most recent QSOs at a glance for quick corrections. Why Logger 26 is Different: While other apps are filled with trackers and insecure storage, Logger 26 is built for the security-conscious: Hardware-Backed Encryption: Your QRZ credentials aren't just saved; they are encrypted using AES-GCM and stored securely within the iOS Keychain, protected by the device’s Secure Enclave (SEP). Zero Telemetry: No ads, no analytics, and no third-party tracking. Your data stays between you and QRZ.com. Native & Modern: Optimized for the latest iOS with a full SwiftUI interface. Designed to feel like a native part of the system, not an afterthought. Privacy-First: Forced HTTPS (TLS 1.3) for all transmissions. Logger 26 removes the "digital friction" of logging, allowing you to focus on the radio, not the screen. Optional integration with QRZ.com Logbook allows licensed amateur radio operators to submit QSO records to QRZ Logbook. This technical feature is designed for users who already possess their own 3rd party API access. 73 de SP9HKA

Screenshots

SatPathFinder4 screens
Logger 264 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Logger 26 at Free against SatPathFinder's $2.99. Logger 26 also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). 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

Logger 26 is free to download; SatPathFinder costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SatPathFinder ships an update every 5 weeks, Logger 26 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SatPathFinder versus Logger 26: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSatPathFinderLogger 26
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas Lindner, DL2RUMKamil Biela

In-app purchases

None

SatPathFinder

No in-app purchases

None

Logger 26

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SatPathFinder free?
SatPathFinder costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Logger 26 free?
Logger 26 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SatPathFinder or Logger 26 have ads?
Neither SatPathFinder nor Logger 26 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SatPathFinder or Logger 26?
SatPathFinder ships an update every 5 weeks, and Logger 26 every 2 weeks. Most recently, SatPathFinder was updated on October 6, 2026 and Logger 26 on October 2, 2026.

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