Comparison

Author CONNECT vs StarLine 2

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

Head to head
About

Author CONNECT

Monitor your vehicle's status and location remotely. Control anti-theft systems, start the engine, and track key parameters. View event logs and trip history for enhanced car management and security.

Highlights
  • Remote IGLA anti-theft system management
  • Remote engine start and blocking
  • Scheduled engine autostart
  • Remote car parameter monitoring
  • Car location tracking
  • Trip recording and viewing
Features
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Author CONNECT helps you monitor your car's status and location remotely, carry out configuration, and ensure the car’s security via IGLA anti-theft systems. Key benefits: • Configure and manage IGLA anti-theft systems manufactured by AUTHOR. • Carry out remote start* and engine blocking. • Set a schedule for engine autostart. • Monitor the car's key parameters remotely (including engine temperature, mileage, fuel, and battery power)*. • View the event log. • Display your car's location. • Record and view your trips. • Enjoy other useful features. *Depending on the car’s brand, model, and equipment. For more information, please contact installers or our Technical Support. Looking forward to your feedback: support@author-alarm.com

About

StarLine 2

Manage your car's security and settings remotely from your smartphone. Control alarm systems, start or stop the engine, and receive real-time alerts about your vehicle's status and events.

Highlights
  • Remote engine start/stop
  • Arm/disarm security system
  • Vehicle location tracking
  • Real-time event notifications
  • Valet mode
  • Anti-hijack mode
  • Sensor adjustment
Features
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StarLine Telematics: your vehicle is on your palm! Download the free StarLine mobile application to manage your car security settings from your smartphone. The application will work with any StarLine GSM alarm systems, GSM modules and trackers. Use the demo mode to learn more about the application. For non-commercial use only. The positioning accuracy depends on the satellite signal strength and may vary according to the map service of choice. APPLICATION FEATURES Simple registration - Register your car security system using a simple installation wizard. Easy device selection - Manage several StarLine devices: convenient for owners of several vehicles Easy to set up and manage - Arm and disarm your car security system; - Start and shut down your engine at unlimited distance - (*) Choose auto-start parameters with certain timer and temperature settings, set up a time for engine warm-up - In emergencies use "Anti-hijack" mode: your vehicle's engine will shut down at a safe distance from you - (*) If you pass your vehicle for repair or diagnostics, set your security settings to "valet" mode - Find your vehicle on a parking lot by activating a short siren signal - (*) Adjust shock and tilt sensor settings manually or turn them off when parking in a busy place - Create shortcuts for often used commands Intuitive vehicle's status indication - Make sure that the alarm system is armed - (*) The intuitive interface allows interpreting and understanding all security messages at a glance. - (*) You can see your device’s SIM card balance, car battery voltage, engine and interior temperature Get messages about any events with your vehicle - Receive PUSH messages on any events with your vehicle (alarm, engine started, security disarm etc.) - Select the types of messages you want to receive - Browse the log list to control an engine start-ups - (*) Learn device SIM card balance: low balance alerts delivered via PUSH messages Monitoring of your vehicle - (*) Comprehensive monitoring with track record. Review the routs length and speed on each part of track - Find your car location at online map in just seconds - Select the most convenient type of map - Find your own positioning Quick Help - Call to StarLine Support hotline directly from your App! - Rescue and assistance service numbers have been added (you change it to your local rescue numbers) - Feedback form has been embedded. We are always happy to answer your questions. The StarLine team is on call 24 hours StarLine support hotline: - Russia: 8 800 333-80-30 - Moscow: 8 495 935-80-30 - Kazakhstan: 8 800 070-80-30 - Belarus 810 8000 333-80-30 - Ukraine 0 800 502-308 - Kyrgyzstan 0 800 111-80-30 - Germany +49 2181 81955-35 - Italy +39 011 6998016 - Poland +48 602 199-049 - Estonia +372 510-4800 - Lithuania +372 510-4800 - Latvia +372 510-4800 - Spain +34 602 484657 - Greece +30 2310 477192 +30-2310-477192 - Azerbaijan +994 55 2020471 - Uzbekistan +998 71 2050830 - Slovakia +421 905 618856 - Saudi Arabia +966 505 335898 StarLine LLC, developer and manufacturer of security telematic equipment under StarLine brand, reserves the right to unilaterally make improvements in design and interface of the mobile application. StarLine: Affordable Telematics!

Screenshots

Author CONNECT4 screens
StarLine 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: StarLine 2 at 4.4 against Author CONNECT's 1.8. StarLine 2 also leads on ratings volume (678 vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Author CONNECT's advantage is review sentiment (44% vs 26%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarLine 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StarLine 2 has 678 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Author CONNECT's written reviews are positive against 26% of StarLine 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Author CONNECT ships an update every 4 months, StarLine 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Author CONNECT versus StarLine 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthor CONNECTStarLine 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (4 ratings)4.4 (678 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.0% of reviews — better25.8% of reviews
Number of ratings4678 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAUTHOR-ALARM d.o.o.StarLine LLC

Customer experience

Author CONNECT

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive44.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative48.0%

StarLine 2

All ratings678 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews392 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral10.2%
Negative64.0%

Bugs and requests

Author CONNECT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

StarLine 2

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • Incorrect balance display
  • Disappearing UI elements
  • Unreliable auto-start function

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add widget support
  • Improve language options
  • Enhance map and location features
  • Customize alarm sounds
  • Integrate with virtual assistants

In-app purchases

None

Author CONNECT

No in-app purchases

None

StarLine 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Author CONNECT free?
Author CONNECT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StarLine 2 free?
StarLine 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Author CONNECT or StarLine 2?
StarLine 2 is rated higher. Author CONNECT averages 1.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while StarLine 2 averages 4.4 from 678 ratings.
Do Author CONNECT or StarLine 2 have ads?
Neither Author CONNECT nor StarLine 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Author CONNECT or StarLine 2?
Author CONNECT ships an update every 4 months, and StarLine 2 monthly. Most recently, Author CONNECT was updated on June 10, 2026 and StarLine 2 on September 27, 2026.

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