# Lodestar vs DSG Flash

The clearest difference is rating: DSG Flash at 5.0 against Lodestar's 1.0. DSG Flash also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). Lodestar's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

DSG Flash holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lodestar | DSG Flash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lodestar/id1530887735/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dsg-flash/id6463642948/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 33 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Antraks](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530888067) | [Mobile Flash Solutions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683126213) |

## What reviewers say

### Lodestar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lodestar/id1530887735)

Monitor power grid processes with this app designed for smart devices from a specific company. View real-time operational data and gain insights into grid performance.

**Highlights:** Power grid process monitoring, Smart device integration, Real-time data visualization, Grid performance insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### DSG Flash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dsg-flash/id6463642948)

Customize and tune your VAG gearbox directly from your iOS device. This app allows for custom code patches, datalogging, and reading/clearing trouble codes. An OBD adapter is required to flash your vehicle.

**Highlights:** Remap/Flash car with custom tunes, Datalogging, Read & Clear Trouble Codes, Apply custom code patches, Tweak common tune settings, Supports multiple DSG gearbox models

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lodestar free?

Lodestar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DSG Flash free?

DSG Flash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lodestar or DSG Flash?

DSG Flash is rated higher. Lodestar averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while DSG Flash averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Lodestar or DSG Flash have ads?

DSG Flash shows ads; Lodestar does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*