# DVBFinder

> An easy satellite finder tool.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dvbfinder.dvbfinder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dvbfinder.dvbfinder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dvbfinder.dvbfinder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DVBFinder
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,261,262
- **Rating:** 4.01 / 5 (3,572 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-03
- **First published:** 2017-06-14
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dvbfinder.dvbfinder)
- **Website:** [http://www.freedvb.com/](http://www.freedvb.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vF9I\_see0v6IR9xPUfJYE14TaouWpFvjd-21-AC12mY/pub](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vF9I_see0v6IR9xPUfJYE14TaouWpFvjd-21-AC12mY/pub)

## Description

DVBFinder is a user-friendly Chrome extension designed to simplify satellite dish installation. It works seamlessly with the DVBFinder dongle or compatible satellite receivers, providing real-time azimuth, signal strength, and quality metrics to help you adjust your dish for optimal reception. By connecting via Bluetooth and enabling GPS on your device, DVBFinder guides you with visual cues and signal feedback, ensuring precise alignment and better satellite signal lock.

Ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts, DVBFinder streamlines the setup process by allowing easy selection of satellites and transponders (sat/tp), configuring antenna settings including LNB, 22K, and DiSEqC switch controls, and offering instant program scanning once aligned. This extension enhances satellite TV installation efficiency with its intuitive interface and reliable measurements.

## Rankings

- #59,722 — Overall

## Review summary

DVBFinder elicits mixed reviews. Many users praise its ease of use, good/very good ratings, and useful features like Bluetooth finder with compass and satellite guidance, plus an all-in-one Setup Box solution. However, several reviews report instability and disconnections, along with general non-functionality in some cases. There are recurring requests for updates and new features, and a few warn about unwanted payment prompts. Overall, the app is liked by many, but reliability and update cadence are common concerns.

### Pros

- Generally positive reception with many users calling it good/very good.
- User-friendly interface as highlighted by reviewers.
- Long-term reliability with users noting 8+ years of use and ongoing satisfaction.
- Feature-rich aspects like Bluetooth finder with compass and satellite guidance.
- All-in-one Setup Box solution feel and utility as noted by users.

### Cons

- Stability issues: automatic disconnections and the app not working properly after connecting.
- Intermittent non-functionality reported by some users, indicating overall reliability concerns.
- Requests for updates and newer features (e.g., TP blind scan) point to outdated features and update needs.
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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dvbfinder.dvbfinder)