StarLinkAssistant vs Ham2K Portable Logger
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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).
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.
- 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
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | StarLinkAssistant | Ham2K Portable Logger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.7 (61 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | 86.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 61 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Herbert Richard Lawson | Sebastian Delmont |
Customer experience
StarLinkAssistant
Ham2K Portable Logger
In-app purchases
StarLinkAssistant
No in-app purchases
Ham2K Portable Logger
- Ham2K Log Filer - Monthly$2.991 Month
- Ham2K Log Filer - Annual$24.991 Year
- Show a bit of support…2 variants$4.99
- Show your support!$12.99
- Show your support!$14.99
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- Show a lot of support!!!2 variants$29.99
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