ISS Detector
7.3#4 in astronomy apps$17.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitISS Detector vs SkyORB
What both publish
| Fact | ISS Detector | SkyORB |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The privacy policy lists Space-Track for orbital data, RevenueCat for subscriptions, Google Analytics and Firebase for app statistics, met.no for weather, and Minor Planet Center for comet and celestial data. | SkyORB ∞ uses ARKit for automatic location detection, according to the maker’s development post. |
| Security | The maker says anonymous user IDs and subscription statuses are stored securely and that it uses industry-standard security measures. | The privacy policy says the app implements reasonable security measures, but does not name a certification or compliance standard. |
| Support | The app listing provides support by email at [email protected]. | The maker directs users to contact SkyORB support at [email protected]. |
ISS Detector plans
- ISS Detector Satellite TrackerFree
- ISS Detector Pro$17.99, paid once
SkyORB plans
- SkyORB ClassicFree
- SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch$4.99, paid once
- SkyORB ∞ for Mac$6.99, paid once
Pick ISS Detector if…
It suits people who want alerts and local conditions for ISS sightings, as well as users interested in tracking other listed objects. Amateur radio satellite followers may value the transmitter and Doppler details.
Pick SkyORB if…
SkyORB suits people who want to explore the sky, plan observations for different times or locations, and follow astronomical events. SkyORB Classic offers a free option with a star catalog and interactive map.