Comparison

Connected vs ASO

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

Head to head
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.

About

ASO

This tool helps developers improve their app's visibility in app stores by identifying and tracking relevant keywords. It provides insights into search rankings to boost discoverability and engagement.

Highlights
  • Keyword identification
  • App ranking tracking
  • Search visibility analysis
  • Competitive insights
  • App discoverability enhancement
Features
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Maximize your app's potential with our cutting-edge ASO (App Store Optimization) Tool, designed specifically for developers looking to elevate their app's visibility and success in the app store. Our intuitive application assists in uncovering the most relevant and impactful keywords for your app, ensuring your product stands out in a crowded marketplace. With our tool, you can effortlessly track and analyze your app's ranking performance across various keywords, gaining valuable insights into your app's search visibility. Stay ahead of the competition and optimize your app's discoverability with our comprehensive ASO solution. Perfect for developers eager to boost their app's reach and engagement, our tool is the key to unlocking your app's full potential.

Screenshots

Connected4 screens
ASO3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ASO at every 3 days against Connected's every 2 weeks. ASO also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1). Connected's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

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: ASO has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Connected ships an update every 2 weeks, ASO every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Connected versus ASO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnectedASO
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (5 ratings)
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer寰宇 骆Marcelo Diefenbach

Customer experience

Connected

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

ASO

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Connected

No in-app purchases

None

ASO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Connected free?
Connected is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ASO free?
ASO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Connected or ASO?
Connected is rated higher. Connected averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ASO averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Connected or ASO have ads?
Neither Connected nor ASO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Connected or ASO?
Connected ships an update every 2 weeks, and ASO every 3 days. Most recently, Connected was updated on October 30, 2026 and ASO on November 2, 2026.

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