Comparison

GatesQ vs StarLinkAssistant

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GatesQ

Features
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Take full control of your gates with GatesQ. Manage, open, and monitor all your gates securely from your smartphone — anytime, anywhere

About

StarLinkAssistant

This app helps users set up, troubleshoot, and optimize their Starlink internet system. It provides detailed guides, real-time performance data, and assistance with common issues like obstructions and Wi-Fi configuration.

Highlights
  • Initial setup and wiring guides
  • Router/Wi-Fi status and configuration
  • Dishy (antenna) status and issue detection
  • Real-time satellite tracking and visibility
  • Internet speed and latency testing
  • Obstruction identification and recommendations
  • Direct access to Starlink support resources
Features
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I wrote the Starlink Assistant App(SLA) because integrating the Starlink System into my home Internet system was a bit difficult. Another reason is that seeing how the Starlink system works is great fun. I want this app to help everyone identify and fix issues, use, and enjoy Starlink. The app uses color images and help pages to assist you navigate through most issues. The main page displays general information about how it is performing. The Initial Setup page describes how to unbox & connect all equipment and wiring, install dishy (the Starlink Antenna), and configure the WiFi router. It also has YouTube links to explain how to unbox, install Dishy, configure your wifi router, and how to run a network cable. The Router/Wi-Fi page includes a test of the connection between the app and the router, display status of Uptime, and Wi-Fi software & firmware versions. Detailed instructions on how to use your own router are also included. The Dishy page displays your antenna/Dishy uptime, physical issues (if the motors are stuck, an issue with temperature, mast not level, or unexpected location), and hardware & software versions. The Satellite page will display “No Satellites” time, view all Satellites in real time(View map), show how & when you can see the satellites in the night sky, and a satellite help section. The Satellite help section describes how to use the View Satellite Map and give you a better understanding when satellite positions will be optimal. The Internet page will display whether the Internet is up or down, average latency times, Internet Speed time for Dishy(Direct Internet times), 4 different speed test checkers and Youtube links for instruction. The Obstructions page will display if there is a current Obstruction between Dishy and a satellite, Uptime, Obstruction recommendations and status. In case the obstruction is a tree, the app has information on local tree trimming companies. The Support page how to get Starlink Support, getting the debug information and links to popular Starlink support. The Help page describes in detail how to use each page (Setup, Router, Dishy, Satellite, Internet, Obstructions, & Support).

Screenshots

GatesQ3 screens
StarLinkAssistant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: GatesQ at none against StarLinkAssistant's shown. StarLinkAssistant's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GatesQ ships an update every 11 months, StarLinkAssistant every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GatesQ versus StarLinkAssistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGatesQStarLinkAssistant
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB28 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGetClicksHerbert Richard Lawson

In-app purchases

None

GatesQ

No in-app purchases

None

StarLinkAssistant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GatesQ free?
GatesQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StarLinkAssistant free?
StarLinkAssistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GatesQ or StarLinkAssistant have ads?
StarLinkAssistant shows ads; GatesQ does not.
Which is updated more often, GatesQ or StarLinkAssistant?
GatesQ ships an update every 11 months, and StarLinkAssistant every 3 weeks. Most recently, GatesQ was updated on October 10, 2026 and StarLinkAssistant on October 16, 2026.

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