SkyView® Satellite Guide is an augmented reality reference tool for identifying satellites on iOS and Android.
Product velocity
Maintenance
Daily rank 🇺🇸
#18
▼7Reference · paid
Sentiment
4.2
581 reviews
Nemesis
Night Sky
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
It removes the connectivity dependency required by rival sky-mapping tools, allowing users to track satellites in remote, offline environments.
For Astronomy enthusiasts and satellite spotters requiring offline-capable reference tools.
What does it look like?
Key features
Uses device orientation to identify satellites passing overhead in real-time.
Interactive 3D globe view for panning and zooming into satellite positions.
Operates without data signal or GPS by utilizing local satellite databases.
How much does it cost?
The paid model targets users seeking a one-time fee over subscription-based reference tools.
Velocity
Maintenance developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: maintenance.
Who built it?
Terminal Eleven
4 apps tracked · Reference
SkyView®
SkyView® Lite
SkyView® Explore the UniverseUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
The recent review mood reads frustrated. Users appreciate augmented reality satellite tracking provides an engaging way for hobbyists to identify objects in the night sky and detailed information depth regarding satellite orbits and characteristics satisfies users looking for more than basic sky maps.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- Augmented reality satellite tracking provides an engaging way for hobbyists to identify objects in the night sky
- Detailed information depth regarding satellite orbits and characteristics satisfies users looking for more than basic sky maps
- Integration with external telescope hardware allows users to coordinate their viewing equipment with real-time satellite data
- Removing the global earth-view map in the latest update forces a restrictive sky-only perspective that frustrates long-term users
49 of 49 recent reviews analyzed · high confidence · Frustrated overall
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Competitive landscape for SkyView® Satellite Guide
How's the Reference market?
SkyView® Satellite Guide maintains a presence in the reference category with a $3.99 price point. The disparity between its paid-chart rankings and grossing performance suggests that the current monetization model is not capturing the full value of its discovery features.
Read the market outlookThe rivals identified
By iCandi Apps Ltd.
Both apps target astronomy enthusiasts with AR-based sky mapping, creating direct competition for users seeking satellite and constellation identification tools.
- Night Sky uses LiDAR for ceiling-removal immersion, while SkyView® Satellite Guide relies on standard AR tracking.
- Night Sky integrates cross-device hardware connectivity, whereas SkyView® Satellite Guide focuses on offline-first satellite reference data.
- Night Sky employs a subscription model, while SkyView® Satellite Guide offers a one-time purchase.
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Key takeaways for SkyView® Satellite Guide
Where is it heading?
Users report: The reference category is increasingly defined by real-time data accuracy and frequent orbital updates. SkyView® Satellite Guide's maintenance-mode cadence leaves it exposed to more agile, data-current rivals, which will erode its user base if the database remains static.
- The removal of the Earth-view toggle in the latest update forces a restrictive perspective, driving negative sentiment among long-term users.
- Outdated satellite databases fail to include modern constellations, rendering the app less useful for current sky watching and increasing churn risk.
The SWOT
- Offline-first architecture removes connectivity dependency
- Automating database refreshes for Starlink constellations
Next best moves
Restore the global Earth-view toggle because its removal is the #1 driver of negative sentiment → stabilize user satisfaction.
+ 1 more prioritized moveThe counter-intuitive read
The app's offline-first design is a retention lever…
Read the full takeSince the last report: The removal of the global Earth-view toggle and the failure to update satellite databases have triggered a decline in user sentiment and utility. These regressions have shifted the app's status from a standard reference tool to one facing significant churn risk among long-term hobbyists.
Bottom line
Restoring the Earth-view toggle and updating the satellite database would address the primary friction points driving churn. These moves would align the app with user expectations for a modern reference tool and stabilize the retention of long-term hobbyists.
Unlock 2 critical frictions, 1 market threat, 1 more prioritized move and the analyst’s take.
Access the full report for freeFAQ
Is SkyView® Satellite Guide worth paying for if I only watch the sky occasionally?
Does SkyView® Satellite Guide work without an internet connection?
Does the app include modern satellite constellations like Starlink?
Sources
- [1] App Store listing, source
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