# AppStart for iPad (2012 Edition) — user reviews > 264 indexed App Store user reviews of AppStart for iPad (2012 Edition) by AppAdvice.com, rated 4.50/5 from 960 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appstart-for-ipad-2012-edition/id408984648/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appstart-for-ipad-2012-edition/id408984648.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 675 · 4★ 175 · 3★ 46 · 2★ 25 · 1★ 39 ## What do users think of AppStart for iPad (2012 Edition)? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Great for beginners - 💡 Helpful tips and tricks - 🚀 Informative and easy to navigate - 👍 Useful app recommendations **Cons** - 🐛 Outdated information and broken links - 🔋 Not regularly updated - 👎 Lacks relevance for non-US users **Commonly reported bugs** - Crashes and stability issues - Compatibility problems with newer devices **Most requested features** - Regular content updates - More international app recommendations - Improved search and filtering options ## Newest reviews (14 of 264) ### 3/5 — Last update - more than a year ago *2014-01-14, version 1.5* I just ran through the entire appstart guide--some info is old. Apps are constantly being modified and these changes should be reflected in appstart more frequently. ### 2/5 — Not easily understood *2013-09-01, version 1.5* I don't really understand what it is trying to accomplish. The same old stuff has been on the app since I first got it...,no refreshes, no new app reviews, nothing changes. ### 5/5 — Amazing *2013-08-10, version 1.5* App is so perfect ### 5/5 — A good start *2013-07-15, version 1.5* Most of the apps I use regularly were discovered on AppStart. I've recommended it to anyone who has purchased their first iPad and always get a thank-you. ### 5/5 — Excellent initiation to iPad *2013-07-08, version 1.5* This app is a great way to learn about your new iPad. You cannot go wrong with AppStart. ### 4/5 — Review of Appstart *2013-07-08, version 1.5* I really wish I had found this app when I first got my ipad. Would have saved a lot of time searching and then deleting apps not truly applicable for my work or browsing. I pass on to all friends who get the ipad and those new to the ipad I may not know. ### 5/5 — Roberta Young *2013-06-26, version 1.5* It was very helpful and I use it frequently ### 5/5 — Great for learning *2013-06-24, version 1.5* What you really need ### 5/5 — Superb *2013-06-15, version 1.5* Should be everyone's first app, ### 4/5 — Very good *2013-06-02, version 1.5* A super reference. ### 5/5 — Very helpful! *2013-05-26, version 1.5* I enjoy learning about the various apps available! ### 5/5 — AppStart *2013-05-23, version 1.5* Great for leading you to apps that might be just right. ### 5/5 — Great apps! *2013-05-17, version 1.5* Beautiful and indispensable apps! ### 5/5 — Nice! *2013-05-10, version 1.5* Nice app! Very helpful. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Update *2023-11-02, version 1.5* Update, or remove ### 1/5 — outdated and not updated *2016-08-21, version 1.5* I don't mind that they've gone free with this app. What I do mind is that the app is not updated anymore and none of the information is up-to-date. In terms of the former, It used to have a very readable format, and now it just has the text and graphics in small print with video files that no longer work. In terms of the latter, nothing is updated anymore. The lists represent very good advice for FOUR YEARS AGO, but it is increasingly less relevant. This is a pity because they keep the website up to date, but the companion app (AppAdvice) and this no longer connect to that new content. :-( They should at least point to updated articles. ### 1/5 — Doesn't work for this iPad *2015-01-01, version 1.5* Neither this nor AppAdvice another product from the same people will work for me. Maybe the server is down? Whatever, no five stars here, no two star either. Fix or delete from app store !! ### 1/5 — Crashes *2013-08-22, version 1.5* Wouldn't work for me. ### 1/5 — Disappointing *2013-08-07, version 1.5* Apple needs to be aware the Ipad / IPhone is a global product, not just aimed at the US market. All recommended apps are priced in dollars and not pound sterling or any other currency. The idea of Appstart is very useful for the newcomer to Ipad/IPhone in understanding the systems. Please rectify monetary problems and this app would be a global hit. ### 1/5 — Is this updated? *2013-06-15, version 1.5* I just tried to get 3 apps noted on this app and none is available in the US. Is this app updated regularly? Info about using ipad is helpful. ### 1/5 — Crashes *2012-12-24, version 1.5* Some text displays wrong. What I assume should read "you'll" was displayed as "you#8412ll" or similar followed by the app crashing. Deleted app within having had it installed for less than 5 mins. Disappointing as I use other apps by appadvice ### 1/5 — Crashes constantly *2012-07-12, version 1.5* This app is THE worst performing app I have ever downloaded. It crashes constantly and I do mean constantly. We're talking regularly within seconds of opening it. Ironic that this is an app which provides advice about which other apps are the better ones. Avoid. ### 1/5 — Could be good.. *2012-04-14, version 1.5* Interface is ok. The app that are suggested however are NOT the best apps by a long shot. Go to app store and do your research, it is just as fun and more rewarding. ### 1/5 — Sloppy *2012-04-04, version 1.5* Although well put together, the presentation of this app only serves to disguises its vacuity. There's so much repetition, it becomes tedious. The strong American slant renders many of the app recommendations useless. It's also out of date - I find it much easier to get a gauge of the best apps in any category by simply spending a few minutes browsing the app store by category. If you rely on this app, you'll miss out on an awful lot of gems. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — update the app *2014-09-10, version 1.5* the up needs to be updated ### 5/5 — Great for beginners! *2014-02-15, version 1.5* Didn't think I would need the app. But the visuals were pretty captivating and I ended up learning more than I thought. Great app. Hope they come up with more 😊 ### 5/5 — Would LOVE an update! *2013-12-27, version 1.5* I recommend this app to all my friends who are new iOS owners. It’s getting a bit “long in the tooth” though. How about an update? ### 5/5 — Perfect App for Newbies *2013-12-10, version 1.5* All in a nutshell for everybody new to the iPad. ### 5/5 — Makes finding decent apps quicker. *2013-11-03, version 1.5* Great time saver & simplifies finding decent apps for your needs. ### 5/5 — Great info *2013-09-30, version 1.5* Quickly get an overview of helpful apps you might want to try. ### 5/5 — Great App *2013-09-25, version 1.5* I have referred many friends and acquaintances to this app. Very illuminating and helpful. ### 5/5 — Charlotte D. *2013-09-23, version 1.5* This is a very helpful app! I knew my iPhone and iPad had a lot to offer but this app taught me things I would never have learned on my own. Thank you so much! ### 5/5 — Great *2013-09-10, version 1.5* This is a great app. It has a lot of very useful info that makes using an iPad fun. ### 5/5 — Fantastic App. *2013-08-26, version 1.5* App Start is a very useful and informative application for all users. Beginners, Moderate, and Advanced iPad users will find this App has useful information for each of them. I love this App and highly recommend that other's download it and see what it has to offer. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*