# Satellite Pointer vs DishPointer Pro 2

The clearest difference is rating: Satellite Pointer at 4.4 against DishPointer Pro 2's 1.0. Satellite Pointer also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 0%) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 2). DishPointer Pro 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Satellite Pointer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DishPointer Pro 2 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Satellite Pointer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Satellite Pointer has 3.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Satellite Pointer's written reviews are positive against 0% of DishPointer Pro 2's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Satellite Pointer | DishPointer Pro 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-pointer-dish-setup/id994565490/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dishpointer-pro-2/id6797447699/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **38.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TouchDown Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/968569790) | [DP Tec Solutions GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546987251) |

## What reviewers say

### Satellite Pointer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-pointer-dish-setup/id994565490)

Easily install your TV dish using augmented reality to view geostationary satellites. Access an updated database of over 200 satellites with detailed installation information like angles and frequencies. A PRO version offers a four-step alignment tool for simplified setup.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality satellite view, Calculated azimuth, elevation, and polarization angles, Database of over 200 satellites, Satellite search functionality, Weekly updated satellite database, Four-step dish alignment tool (PRO)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


### DishPointer Pro 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dishpointer-pro-2/id6797447699)

Plan satellite dish installations with 3D maps and augmented reality alignment. Visualize obstructions and optimize dish positioning before physical setup. Offers free basic access with optional Pro and Ultra subscriptions for advanced features.

**Highlights:** 3D planning and visualization, Augmented reality (AR) alignment, Obstruction identification, Support for geostationary satellites, Low/medium-Earth orbit satellite tracking (Ultra), Terrestrial antenna pointing (Ultra)

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Ultra Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Classic | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Ultra Yearly | $199.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Satellite Pointer free?

Satellite Pointer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DishPointer Pro 2 free?

DishPointer Pro 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Satellite Pointer or DishPointer Pro 2?

Satellite Pointer is rated higher. Satellite Pointer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while DishPointer Pro 2 averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Satellite Pointer or DishPointer Pro 2 have ads?

Satellite Pointer shows ads; DishPointer Pro 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Satellite Pointer or DishPointer Pro 2?

Satellite Pointer ships an update monthly, and DishPointer Pro 2 monthly. Most recently, Satellite Pointer was updated on November 11, 2026 and DishPointer Pro 2 on November 10, 2026.

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