termtrack
The premium Open Source alternative to Heavens-Above
🎯 Best for:Terminal users needing real-time satellite passes without a GUI.
What is termtrack?
Replaces proprietary satellite tracking software with a lightweight CLI interface. Uses TLE data to calculate and display real-time orbital positions directly in the terminal.
Tech Stack
PythonPhysics & Astronomy
Why termtrack?
- • Low system overhead
- • Offline TLE support
- • Native terminal visualization
Limitations
- • No mobile interface
- • Steep learning curve for CLI
- • Limited color palette
2/21/2026
Last Update
48
Forks
3
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Heavens-Above)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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