Comparison

SkyLive vs OrbitRadar

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

Head to head
About

SkyLive

Explore the cosmos with a real-time satellite tracker and 3D space map. Discover celestial objects, predict satellite passes, and learn about the night sky. Features include AR guidance and detailed satellite information.

Highlights
  • Real-time satellite tracking
  • Interactive 3D Earth map
  • Satellite pass predictions
  • Night sky star map
  • AR sky viewer
  • Amateur radio support
  • Dark interface for night observing
Features
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SkyLive — Real-Time Satellite Tracker & 3D Space Map Track the ISS, Starlink, weather satellites, constellations, planets, and thousands of spacecraft in real time. Explore a stunning 3D Earth, predict satellite passes, and discover the night sky with one powerful app. Whether you're spotting the International Space Station, following Starlink satellites, planning an astrophotography session, exploring constellations, or simply wondering what's moving overhead, SkyLive makes space exploration beautiful, accurate, and easy. FEATURES Real-Time Satellite Tracking Track thousands of satellites with continuously updated positions, orbital paths, and live movement around Earth. Follow • International Space Station (ISS) • Starlink Satellites • Amateur Radio Satellites • CubeSats • Weather Satellites • GNSS & Navigation Satellites • Geostationary Satellites • Scientific Missions Interactive 3D Earth Experience a beautiful interactive globe with glowing orbital paths, live satellite markers, smooth animations, and real-time Earth visualization. Rotate, zoom, and explore every orbit from any angle. Satellite Pass Predictions Never miss another overhead pass. View detailed predictions including: • Rise & Set Times (AOS / LOS) • Maximum Elevation • Azimuth • Visibility • Duration • Peak Pass Time Receive alerts before your favorite satellites become visible. Star Map & Constellations Explore the night sky with an interactive star map featuring constellations, bright stars, planets, and celestial objects. Learn what's above you in real time and navigate the sky with confidence. AR Sky Viewer Point your device toward the sky to locate satellites, planets, constellations, and celestial objects using immersive augmented reality guidance. Moon & Solar System Discover the Moon and planets with real-time positions, beautiful visualizations, and an intuitive space-inspired interface. Amateur Radio Support Designed for radio enthusiasts. View available frequencies, operating modes, radio bands, and Doppler information for supported amateur radio satellites. Detailed Satellite Information Tap any satellite to view: • Altitude • Speed • Latitude & Longitude • Azimuth & Elevation • Slant Range • Orbital Path • Upcoming Passes Built for Night Observing A carefully designed dark interface inspired by professional mission control systems, optimized for comfortable nighttime viewing. Perfect For • Space enthusiasts • Amateur astronomers • Satellite observers • Ham radio operators • Astrophotographers • STEM students & educators • Teachers • Anyone curious about the night sky Whether you're tracking the ISS, watching Starlink trains, identifying constellations, exploring planets, or simply discovering what's moving above you tonight, SkyLive puts the wonders of space in your pocket. SkyLive Pro Unlock advanced features including: • Expanded satellite database • Premium tracking tools • Extended pass predictions • Advanced notifications • Enhanced orbital information • Future Pro features as they are released Subscription Information SkyLive Pro is available as a monthly or annual subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://skylive.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://skylive.app/terms

About

OrbitRadar

Features
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OrbitRadar turns your iPhone and iPad into a live window on the sky. Watch 15,000+ real satellites orbit a photorealistic 3D Earth in real time — from the same orbital data mission controllers use. • LIVE 3D GLOBE — Spin a beautiful day-and-night Earth and watch the whole satellite swarm move in real time. • EVERY SATELLITE — The full active catalog: Starlink, the ISS, GPS, weather and science craft, each on its true orbit. • TAP ANYTHING — Live altitude, speed, position, orbit details, operator and country for any object. • AR SKY VIEW — Point your device at the sky and see what's passing overhead right now. • CINEMATIC MODE — Sit back and let an auto-director fly you between the coolest objects. • BEYOND EARTH — Track the James Webb Space Telescope, Voyager 1 & 2, and even the Tesla Roadster ("Starman") out by the planets. • THE SOLAR SYSTEM — Explore the planets, moons and Sun at their real positions in the sky. • PRIVATE BY DESIGN — No account, no ads, no tracking. Works offline. Whether you want to catch the Space Station overhead tonight or just watch the sky come alive, OrbitRadar makes satellite tracking effortless and beautiful.

Screenshots

SkyLive4 screens
OrbitRadar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OrbitRadar at none against SkyLive's 7. OrbitRadar also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. SkyLive sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. OrbitRadar asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyLive ships an update monthly, OrbitRadar weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SkyLive versus OrbitRadar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyLiveOrbitRadar
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperATIL IHSAN YALIOFL AS

In-app purchases

7 purchases

SkyLive

Subscriptions5
  • SkyLive Pro$0.991 Month
  • SkyLive Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • SkyLive Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
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  • SkyLive Pro Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • SkyLive Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • SkyLive Pro Lifetime$39.99
  • SkyLive Pro Lifetime$59.99
None

OrbitRadar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SkyLive free?
SkyLive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OrbitRadar free?
OrbitRadar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SkyLive or OrbitRadar have ads?
Neither SkyLive nor OrbitRadar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyLive or OrbitRadar?
SkyLive ships an update monthly, and OrbitRadar weekly. Most recently, SkyLive was updated on October 23, 2026 and OrbitRadar on October 9, 2026.

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