StarLinkAssistant vs Paper Safe Scan
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).
Paper Safe Scan
Digitally store and organize important paper documents like receipts, warranties, and medical forms. Easily scan, edit, and search your saved files, reducing clutter and improving accessibility.
- Scan paper documents into PDFs
- Import digital PDF documents
- Extract and edit document details
- Smart suggested filenames
- Search saved documents
- Share and print PDFs
- Organize papers in one place
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Paper Safe Scan helps you scan, store, and find important documents in one clean, searchable place. Use your iPhone to scan paper documents, review and edit key details, and save them with clear filenames so they are easier to organize later. Paper Safe Scan is designed to reduce paper clutter and make it easier to keep up with the documents you actually want to keep. Whether it’s household records, receipts, warranties, school papers, medical forms, letters, or other important documents, Paper Safe Scan gives you one simple place to keep them organized and easier to find. Features include: • Scan paper documents into PDFs • Import digital PDF documents • Extract and review document details before saving • Rename files with smart suggested filenames • Search saved documents • Open, share, and print saved PDFs • Export and import your vault archive with Paper Safe Pro • Organize important papers in one place Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://papersafepro.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StarLinkAssistant at none against Paper Safe Scan's 2. StarLinkAssistant also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.2). Paper Safe Scan's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Paper Safe Scan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. StarLinkAssistant asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for StarLinkAssistant against 5.0 for Paper Safe Scan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.
StarLinkAssistant ships an update every 3 weeks, Paper Safe Scan weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StarLinkAssistant | Paper Safe Scan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Herbert Richard Lawson | GoalGetter LLC |
In-app purchases
StarLinkAssistant
No in-app purchases
Paper Safe Scan
- Paper Vault Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Paper Vault Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
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