Comparison

KA vs SatCatcher

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

Head to head
About

KA

This app assists antenna installers by optimizing antenna pointing and modem configuration for a specific satellite service. It enables setup and activation without a computer, directly from a smartphone. Installers can also generate certified installation reports with photos.

Highlights
  • Optimizes antenna pointing
  • Configures and activates modems
  • Smartphone operation (no computer needed)
  • Generates certified installation reports
  • Includes photos in reports
Features
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KaSat Pointer is an application designed for antenna installers for the Tooway Ka-sat service. It optimizes the antenna pointing, configure and activate the modem without a computer using a smartphone. The apps also allows the distributor to get an installation report with photos certified and secure. User guide : http://www.tooway-instal.com/index.php?option=com_docman&task=cat_view&gid=27&Itemid=1 Video example of use : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLb7LwkWjns WIFI mini-router and config : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqZ47_5tq3s

About

SatCatcher

This app simplifies satellite dish installation and alignment using augmented reality and GPS. It guides you through choosing a satellite, finding its position in space, and adjusting your antenna for optimal signal reception.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality satellite display
  • GPS location and satellite direction
  • Compass and sound assistant for orientation
  • Accelerometer for vertical support check
  • LNB polarization calculation
  • Elevation adjustment guide
Features
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Dish alignment, pointing and Installation has always been a complicated task, especially if you do not have a clue. That is why I posted this application that will simplify this task and allow you to install and align your antenna without the need to call a specialist. SatCatcher is a satellite finder and dish pointer, it allows you to orient your antenna to any satellite. Using augmented reality, this application displays the target satellite in space to better choose the location of your antenna and ensure the absence of any obstacle (wall, tree ...). SatCatcher also uses your phone GPS to show your location on a map and shows the direction of the satellite from your position. The compass accompanied by a beep lets you orient your antenna following the acceleration of beeps or the arrow of the compass. The accelerometer is used to verify that the holder of your antenna is vertical. The antenna adjustment steps: 1- choose a satellite and authorize geolocation to determine the direction of the antenna orientation. 2- Show satellite in augmented reality with your camera and make sure there are no obstacles and validate the location of your antenna. 3. Check that the support of your antenna is vertical. 4. Calculate the polarization and adjust the rotation of the LNB (the head of your antenna) 5. Set the elevation 6- Search orientation with visual and sound assistant 7- Fine adjustments. For the good functioning of the application, SatCatcher will need the camera, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer and the GPS of your smartphone. tips: - If your smartphone does not have GPS, you can manually move the "marker" on the card until it points your exact location. Use zoom for more detail. - The compass is very important to adjust your dish, but if your smartphone does not have one, you can still use the application. In this case, it will help you to find clues and marks on the map from your location. It also allows you to calculate the orientation. Than you can use a manual compass to get a good orientation. - Do not hesitate to recalibrate the compass and avoid too close to the antenna arm, because it is sensitive to metallic elements. Try to place your smartphone where there is less magnetic interference. SatCatcher Free is the lite version of SatCatcher. Augmented reality and compass orientation are only available in the full version here: https://appsto.re/fr/Gb6Hbb.i Contact : infosoftycontactfree@gmail.com

Screenshots

KA4 screens
SatCatcher4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KA at 100% against SatCatcher's 53%. KA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KA ships an update every 4 months, SatCatcher every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
KA versus SatCatcher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKASatCatcher
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (80 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better52.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—80 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViasat Inc.Souria HAKKAR

Customer experience

KA

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SatCatcher

All ratings80 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral8.8%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive52.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.4%

In-app purchases

None

KA

No in-app purchases

None

SatCatcher

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KA free?
KA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SatCatcher free?
SatCatcher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KA or SatCatcher have ads?
SatCatcher shows ads; KA does not.
Which is updated more often, KA or SatCatcher?
KA ships an update every 4 months, and SatCatcher every 9 months. Most recently, KA was updated on September 28, 2026 and SatCatcher on September 24, 2026.

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