Comparison

StarLinkAssistant vs Ham2K Portable Logger

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

Ham2K Portable Logger

Log your amateur radio contacts (QSOs) efficiently while on the go. Supports popular operating events like POTA, SOTA, and Field Day, offering features like QRZ lookups, QSO maps, and offline data. Quickly find nearby parks and receive duplicate warnings.

Highlights
  • Log QSOs on the go
  • Support for POTA, SOTA, Field Day
  • QRZ.com name lookups
  • QSO Maps
  • Offline data files
  • Duplicate QSO warnings
  • Search nearby parks
Features
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The best app to log your QSOs on the go. Support for Parks On The Air (POTA), Summits On The Air (SOTA), Field Day, Winter Field Day, Worldwide Flora and Fauna (WWFF) and more. Fast and efficient yet fully-featured: QRZ.com name lookups, QSO Maps, offline data files, contact rates, duplicate warnings, POTA spots, search parks nearby or by name, etc. See https://www.ham2k.com/legal/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

StarLinkAssistant4 screens
Ham2K Portable Logger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StarLinkAssistant at none against Ham2K Portable Logger's 8. StarLinkAssistant also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Ham2K Portable Logger's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (86% vs 60%). On price, update cadence, 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. Ham2K Portable Logger sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. StarLinkAssistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarLinkAssistant holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ham2K Portable Logger has 61 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of StarLinkAssistant's written reviews are positive against 86% of Ham2K Portable Logger's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StarLinkAssistant ships an update every 3 weeks, Ham2K Portable Logger monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
StarLinkAssistant versus Ham2K Portable Logger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarLinkAssistantHam2K Portable Logger
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.7 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews86.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings261 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB110 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHerbert Richard LawsonSebastian Delmont

Customer experience

StarLinkAssistant

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

Ham2K Portable Logger

All ratings61 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive86.5%
Neutral5.4%
Negative8.1%

In-app purchases

None

StarLinkAssistant

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Ham2K Portable Logger

Subscriptions2
  • Ham2K Log Filer - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Ham2K Log Filer - Annual$24.991 Year
One-time4
  • Show a bit of support…2 variants$4.99
  • Show your support!$12.99
  • Show your support!$14.99
Show 1 more
  • Show a lot of support!!!2 variants$29.99

Questions

Is StarLinkAssistant free?
StarLinkAssistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ham2K Portable Logger free?
Ham2K Portable Logger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, StarLinkAssistant or Ham2K Portable Logger?
StarLinkAssistant is rated higher. StarLinkAssistant averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Ham2K Portable Logger averages 4.7 from 61 ratings.
Do StarLinkAssistant or Ham2K Portable Logger have ads?
StarLinkAssistant shows ads; Ham2K Portable Logger does not.
Which is updated more often, StarLinkAssistant or Ham2K Portable Logger?
StarLinkAssistant ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ham2K Portable Logger monthly. Most recently, StarLinkAssistant was updated on October 24, 2026 and Ham2K Portable Logger on October 23, 2026.

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