Sat>IP Alignment vs SatFinder (MGE)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sat>IP Alignment
This utility app assists in aligning satellite dishes and antennas using augmented reality and device sensors. It guides users to the correct orbital position and provides calculated values for precise calibration. After setup, it helps fine-tune pointing for signal lock and channel scanning.
- Augmented reality alignment tracker
- Uses location, compass, and camera
- Calculates azimuth, elevation, and tilt
- SAT>IP server integration
- Transponder scanning for signal lock
- Channel list display
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This application is designed to help users point their satellite dish/antenna using a SAT>IP server or a SAT>IP compliant IP-LNB. For a semi-precise first alignment, users can first use the augmented reality tracker which will save time while searching for the orbital position. It uses location, compass and camera sensors from the user's mobile phone or tablet and will guide the user in the right direction. After this initial step, the user can use the calculated azimuth, elevation and tilt values to calibrate the satellite dish/antenna. Once everything is set up correctly, the user should connect to the SAT>IP server, select the satellite transponder used for pointing and then press "scan". The analyzer will give the user all required information to fine-tune the pointing and after signal lock has been obtained will provide a list all of the available channels on that transponder.
SatFinder (MGE)
This tool helps you set up a satellite dish by providing azimuth, elevation, and LNB tilt based on your location and chosen satellite. It displays results numerically and graphically on a map, and includes a compass and augmented reality view to help you find the satellite.
- GPS-based azimuth, elevation, and LNB tilt
- Satellite list
- Numeric and graphical map display
- Built-in compass
- Augmented reality satellite view
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SatFinder (MGE) is a tool which will help you to set up satellite dish. It will give you azimuth, elevation and LNB tilt for your location (based on GPS) and chosen satellite from list. The result is shown both as numeric data and graphical on google maps. It has also built in compass which will help you to find proper satellite azimuth. It also can use augmented reality to show where is satellite on camera view. Subscription pricing and terms: Satfinder (MGE) offers ads-free version available as an auto-renewable subscription for $3.49 per year. Price may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy: http://www.mge.net.pl/satfinder_privacy_policy.html Terms of use: http://www.mge.net.pl/satfinder_eula.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sat>IP Alignment at none against SatFinder (MGE)'s 1. Sat>IP Alignment also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). SatFinder (MGE)'s advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 17%). On price, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. SatFinder (MGE) sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.49 per year. Sat>IP Alignment asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sat>IP Alignment | SatFinder (MGE) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Christian Hackbart | Maciej Grzegorczyk |
Customer experience
Sat>IP Alignment
SatFinder (MGE)
In-app purchases
Sat>IP Alignment
No in-app purchases
SatFinder (MGE)
- Remove Ads$3.491 Year
Questions
Is Sat>IP Alignment free?
Is SatFinder (MGE) free?
Do Sat>IP Alignment or SatFinder (MGE) have ads?
Which is updated more often, Sat>IP Alignment or SatFinder (MGE)?
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