AprilBeacon vs Acuter Sky
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AprilBeacon
This utility app aids in debugging Beacon devices. It provides tools for developers to manage and troubleshoot their Beacon hardware. The application is free to use and available on iOS devices.
- Debug Beacon devices
- Manage Beacon hardware
- Troubleshoot Beacon issues
- iOS compatible
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A tool for debug Beacon device.
Acuter Sky
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The Acuter Sky app connects your iOS smartphone to an Acuter motorized telescope mount using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. With an intuitive setup wizard, built-in sky map, and instant tracking technology, observing celestial objects has never been easier or more exciting. Designed for amateur astronomers, the app lets you control the telescope mount from your smartphone, eliminating the need for a separate remote. The built-in sky map makes it easy to locate celestial objects, and the instant tracking technology ensures they stay in view. With the Acuter Sky app, you can explore the wonders of the universe with ease. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced astronomer, this app is perfect for anyone looking to observe the night sky.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: AprilBeacon at 12.5 against Acuter Sky's 14.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
AprilBeacon ships an update every 6 weeks, Acuter Sky every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AprilBeacon | Acuter Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.5 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 138 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 灿 颜 | Jiangsu Mark Optoelectronic Instrument Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
AprilBeacon
No in-app purchases
Acuter Sky
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is AprilBeacon free?
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Do AprilBeacon or Acuter Sky have ads?
Which is updated more often, AprilBeacon or Acuter Sky?
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