ISS Spotter

Name: ISS Spotter
Rating: 4.4 (648 reviews)
Author: Mediapilot

By: Mediapilot

Education

This app was removed from Apple Apps Store on 2026-05-12

Features & Capabilities

ISS Spotter is an education-focused tool that helps you spot the International Space Station using real-time visibility forecasts, alarms, and a built-in compass.

Designed for students, teachers, and space enthusiasts, this ad-free extension provides reliable viewing data with full functionality available in the free version, making it ideal for classrooms, students, and space enthusiasts.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education

By:

Mediapilot

Rating:

4.40

(648)

Version:

1.6.1 Last updated: 2016-12-20

Version code:

841411425

Creation date:

2012-05-10

Compatible devices:

Size:

17.15MB

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-05-12

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Developed by:

Mediapilot

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/iss-spotter/id523486350

User Reviews

ISS Spotter is praised for letting users locate and watch the ISS overhead without any equipment and for its free, focused design. For many longtime fans, it was reliable and simple to use. However, a large number of reviews report crashes and instability, especially when accessing forecast or settings, after OS updates (notably iOS 17/18). Some users say the app no longer works, loads slowly, or closes on launch, and a few note limited developer updates or support. Overall, the concept and past performance were strong, but recent updates have degraded usability.

Pros

Easy to track and watch the ISS overhead without any equipment.
Free, lightweight app that provides essential ISS-tracking features without bloat.
Longstanding, years-long availability that many users enjoyed.
Clear, focused interface that centers on ISS location and visibility.

Cons

Frequent crashes or instability when trying to use forecast/settings.
Not compatible with the latest iOS versions/devices, causing crashes.
App often stops working, closes on launch, or fails to load.
Remains unupdated for a long time, with limited support.

Recent reviews

I’ve had this APP for over 4 years. I check it frequently so that I can run outside and find ISS. It is amazing to be able to locate and watch. I highly recommend this App to everyone.

by TJ*****, 2026-01-25

Used to love the app!! If you fix it I will still love it. BUT, it just doesn’t work anymore. It crashes as soon as you try to open the forecast or settings.