Comparison

StarLinkAssistant vs Highline Fast

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

Head to head
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).

About

Highline Fast

Manage your smart home network with advanced controls. Features include robust parental controls, guest network creation, usage monitoring, and enhanced network security for a safer online environment.

Highlights
  • Parental controls
  • Guest network creation
  • Network usage monitoring
  • Network security
  • Smart home management
Features
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Control your smart home experience with Highline Fast by Highline Internet. Fully manage your network with parental controls, creating guest networks, monitoring network usage, and network security.

Screenshots

StarLinkAssistant4 screens
Highline Fast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Highline Fast at none against StarLinkAssistant's shown. Highline Fast also leads on ratings volume (191 vs 1) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). StarLinkAssistant's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

StarLinkAssistant holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Highline Fast has 191 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of StarLinkAssistant's written reviews are positive against 48% of Highline Fast's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StarLinkAssistant ships an update every 3 weeks, Highline Fast every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
StarLinkAssistant versus Highline Fast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarLinkAssistantHighline Fast
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (191 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better47.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1191 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB138 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHerbert Richard LawsonHighline Internet

Customer experience

StarLinkAssistant

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

Highline Fast

All ratings191 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral0.5%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive47.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative47.8%

In-app purchases

None

StarLinkAssistant

No in-app purchases

None

Highline Fast

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StarLinkAssistant free?
StarLinkAssistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Highline Fast free?
Highline Fast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, StarLinkAssistant or Highline Fast?
StarLinkAssistant is rated higher. StarLinkAssistant averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Highline Fast averages 4.8 from 191 ratings.
Do StarLinkAssistant or Highline Fast have ads?
StarLinkAssistant shows ads; Highline Fast does not.
Which is updated more often, StarLinkAssistant or Highline Fast?
StarLinkAssistant ships an update every 3 weeks, and Highline Fast every 3 months. Most recently, StarLinkAssistant was updated on June 1, 2026 and Highline Fast on September 26, 2026.

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