KA vs Starlink Satellite Passes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Optimizes antenna pointing
- Configures and activates modems
- Smartphone operation (no computer needed)
- Generates certified installation reports
- Includes photos in reports
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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
Starlink Satellite Passes
Visualize satellite paths in real-time using augmented reality. Track over 3200 satellites, including 5G, and discover when they will be visible in your area, day or night. Find the nearest satellite and determine its communication readiness.
- Augmented reality satellite tracking
- Real-time satellite location
- Day and night pass visibility
- Nearest satellite identification
- Satellite communication readiness check
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Discover the satellite passes in your sky. Check them tonight or even during the day. The AR technology will allow you to watch them. Discover in augmented reality the location of 5G satellites in real time. More than 3200 satellites are located about 320 miles high. And much more are prepared for launch in next months.You can check all of them around the Earth. Check the nearest satellite for your position.Press available button and check if the angle is higher than 35 degrees, then these satellites are ready to communicate with your device. It does not have to be night or day, you can see them at any time and you can see when they will be visible in your area. How does it work? Move around with the device and watch the satellites and the direction towards they are moving. Download now and enjoy!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: KA at 100% against Starlink Satellite Passes's 33%. KA also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). Starlink Satellite Passes's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads 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. Starlink Satellite Passes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. KA asks for nothing beyond the download.
KA ships an update every 4 months, Starlink Satellite Passes monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KA | Starlink Satellite Passes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.3 (171 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 171 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Viasat Inc. | Jorge Gregorio Martin Bello |
Customer experience
KA
Starlink Satellite Passes
In-app purchases
KA
No in-app purchases
Starlink Satellite Passes
- Unlock all Features$2.99
Questions
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