# LaunchBuddy vs Helm for App Store Connect

The clearest difference is update cadence: Helm for App Store Connect at every 2 weeks against LaunchBuddy's every 6 weeks. Helm for App Store Connect also leads on review sentiment (97% vs 85%). LaunchBuddy's advantage is chart position (#202 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LaunchBuddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Helm for App Store Connect sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for LaunchBuddy against 4.7 for Helm for App Store Connect. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 106 and 37 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of LaunchBuddy's written reviews are positive against 97% of Helm for App Store Connect's.

LaunchBuddy ships an update every 6 weeks, Helm for App Store Connect every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LaunchBuddy | Helm for App Store Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (106 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchbuddy-app-planner/id1615169630/reviews)** | [4.7 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helm-for-app-store-connect/id6479357934/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **106** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | 85.0% of reviews | **97.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#202** | — |
| Size | 89 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Florian Schweizer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1142213239) | [Modum B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/917457194) |

## What reviewers say

### LaunchBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launchbuddy-app-planner/id1615169630)

**Currently charting:** #202 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Weekly) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Annually) | $49.99 | per year |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Small) | $4.99 | one-time |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Medium) | $9.99 | one-time |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Large) | $24.99 | one-time |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime) | $36.99 | one-time |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Giant) | $49.99 | one-time |
| LaunchBuddy Pro (Lifetime) | $149.99 | one-time |


### Helm for App Store Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helm-for-app-store-connect/id6479357934)

Streamline your app update process with this tool. It offers faster uploads, AI-powered text enhancements for localizations, and App Store Optimization insights. Manage screenshots, TestFlight releases, and invite beta testers efficiently.

**Highlights:** Faster app updates, AI-powered text translation and enhancement, App Store Optimization insights, Screenshot management, Effortless TestFlight releases, Beta tester invitation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Helm Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Helm Pro Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Helm Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Helm Pro Year | $54.99 | per year |
| Helm Pro Lifetime | $274.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Speeds up app submission
- 👍 Replaces App Store Connect
- 💡 Streamlines tedious tasks
- ✨ Delightful user experience
- 👍 Saves significant time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy refreshes
- 🐛 Missing ASC functionality
- 🐛 Some features are slow
- 🐛 Passport message intrusive
- 🐛 Status not always accurate

**Reported bugs**

- Manage screenshots freezes app
- Translate button overwrites translations
- App status not matching actual status
- Passport message takes up space
- Bug in latest version

**Requested features**

- App Analytics in Helm
- iPhone/iPad version
- Download trends
- Actual App Store rejection reasons
- Full reviewer reply texts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LaunchBuddy free?

LaunchBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Helm for App Store Connect free?

Helm for App Store Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LaunchBuddy or Helm for App Store Connect?

LaunchBuddy is rated higher. LaunchBuddy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 106 ratings, while Helm for App Store Connect averages 4.7 from 37 ratings.

### Do LaunchBuddy or Helm for App Store Connect have ads?

Neither LaunchBuddy nor Helm for App Store Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LaunchBuddy or Helm for App Store Connect?

LaunchBuddy ships an update every 6 weeks, and Helm for App Store Connect every 2 weeks. Most recently, LaunchBuddy was updated on October 21, 2026 and Helm for App Store Connect on October 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*