Comparison

LaunchBuddy vs Connected

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

Head to head
About

LaunchBuddy

This app helps indie developers plan, track, and ship their applications more efficiently. It allows users to capture ideas, manage project details, and organize release tasks in one centralized location to streamline the development process.

Highlights
  • Capture app ideas
  • Track project status
  • Plan releases and updates
  • Manage release tasks
  • Centralized app dashboard
  • Create custom checklists (Pro)
Features
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Ship and grow your iOS apps — without the wrong tools. LaunchBuddy is the release manager built for indie iOS developers. Plan each version, write release notes, stay on top of App Store Connect work, and keep ASO and analytics in the loop from first build to ship day. BUILT FOR INDIE DEVELOPERS Apps Dashboard Every app you ship, one place. Track status, platforms, store links, and the work that still blocks release. Release Planning Create a release, set a target date, and break down what has to happen before review. Changelogs and checklists live with the version — not in a generic productivity app. Release Notes & Changelog Draft what’s new as you build. Keep a clean history for App Store submissions and your users. App Store Connect Ready Stay oriented around submission, metadata, and the steps that matter for indie releases. ASO & Growth Context Keep keywords, positioning, and growth work next to the release you’re actually shipping. GENEROUS FREE TIER Use LaunchBuddy with up to 2 apps, free forever. No time limits on the basics. UPGRADE TO PRO - Unlimited apps - Custom checklists for every release - Dashboard filters - Priority support and early access Whether you’re preparing a first App Store submission or shipping updates across a portfolio, LaunchBuddy keeps release work focused on shipping and growing. AVAILABLE ON MAC Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Plan on the go, then sit down and ship. Terms of Use: https://flowritesco.de/launchbuddy/tos.html

About

Connected

This unofficial app enhances the App Store Connect developer experience by allowing you to manage app information, localizations, submissions, and user access. It also integrates with Xcode Cloud for build management.

Highlights
  • Update app information and localizations
  • Submit and cancel app review versions
  • Manage build runs and Xcode Cloud
  • Manage users and sandbox testers
  • Access App Store Connect Open APIs
Features
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Connected is an unofficial app for App Store Connect that enhances the developer experience with additional features. To begin using this app, you need to create an App Store Connect API Key. Highlighted Features: - Check and update app information and localizations. - Add app versions for review, submit them for review, or cancel submissions that are waiting for review. - Manage your workflow and build runs, or start a new build in Xcode Cloud. - Manage users, their access, and sandbox testers. More features are coming! In the future, we will cover all aspects of the App Store Connect Open APIs. Connected is not affiliated with or endorsed with Apple. App Store and Xcode are trademarks of Apple Inc. Privacy Policy: https://luohuanyu.com/good-station/connected/ For feedback and feature requests, please contact us at lhuany@gmail.com.

Screenshots

LaunchBuddy4 screens
Connected4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Connected at none against LaunchBuddy's 10. Connected also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). LaunchBuddy's advantage is ratings volume (107 vs 1). On price, ads 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. LaunchBuddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Connected asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Connected holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LaunchBuddy has 107 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LaunchBuddy ships an update every 5 weeks, Connected every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
LaunchBuddy versus Connected: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLaunchBuddyConnected
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (107 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings107 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlorian Schweizer寰宇 骆

Customer experience

LaunchBuddy

All ratings107 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral2.8%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%

Connected

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

LaunchBuddy

Subscriptions4
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Annually)$49.991 Year
One-time6
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Small)$4.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Medium)$9.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Large)$24.99
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  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime)$36.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Giant)$49.99
  • LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime)$149.99
None

Connected

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LaunchBuddy free?
LaunchBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Connected free?
Connected is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LaunchBuddy or Connected?
Connected is rated higher. LaunchBuddy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while Connected averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do LaunchBuddy or Connected have ads?
Neither LaunchBuddy nor Connected shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LaunchBuddy or Connected?
LaunchBuddy ships an update every 5 weeks, and Connected every 2 weeks. Most recently, LaunchBuddy was updated on October 12, 2026 and Connected on October 2, 2026.

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