Lathrop Cares vs STAART
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lathrop Cares
Easily report local issues like potholes and graffiti directly to your city. This app streamlines the process of getting problems addressed in your neighborhood quickly and efficiently.
- Report potholes
- Report graffiti
- Submit neighborhood issues
- Fast issue reporting
- Direct city contact
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See a pothole that needs filling? Graffiti making a mess of your neighborhood? Tap right into your city and report the issue fast with Lathrop Cares!
STAART
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FastSTAART (Stockton Takes Action Against Retail Theft) Community-Powered Tool Against Retail Theft, is a free incident reporting app. This app allows the community to anonymously report, and submit evidence (photos and/or videos), to protect local businesses and create a safer shopping environment. Key Features Include: -Quick & Anonymous Reporting: Submit photos and videos of suspicious activity in less than a minute -GPS Integration: Accurately pinpoint locations of reported incidents -Direct Merchant Alerts: Send tips directly to affected businesses -User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design for all ages and tech levels How It Works: -Witness suspicious activity -Take a photo or video -Open the app to upload evidence -Add any additional details like suspect or vehicle descriptions -Submit your tip anonymously FastSTAART is your tool to make a difference. By letting potential thieves know "The community is watching," we can create safer shopping environments for everyone. Developed by SJCOE CodeStack in partnership with the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce and the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, FastSTAART is part of a county-wide initiative to safeguard local businesses and combat economic losses from retail theft. Download FastSTAART today and support your local small business community. Together, we can make San Joaquin County a safer place to shop and do business. Note: This app is intended for use in San Joaquin County, California. Always prioritize your safety and contact local law enforcement for emergencies.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: STAART at every 2 weeks against Lathrop Cares's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Lathrop Cares ships an update every 3 months, STAART every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lathrop Cares | STAART |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 126 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | GOGov, Inc. | San Joaquin County Office of Education |
In-app purchases
Lathrop Cares
No in-app purchases
STAART
No in-app purchases







