Comparison

Connected vs Helm for App Store Connect

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

Helm for App Store Connect

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
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Helm is a native App Store Connect companion built for developers who ship often. Manage versions, metadata, screenshots, TestFlight, subscriptions, reviews, in-app events, and editorial nominations from one fast interface so everyday listing work stays out of your way. ■ LISTINGS THAT KEEP UP WITH YOUR RELEASES Edit app updates across platforms, tune promotional text and release notes, manage phased releases, and submit for App Review when everything checks out. Open App Store Connect in the browser anytime you still need it. ■ METADATA, LOCALIZATION, AND AI Improve descriptions, explore keywords, and translate listing fields and in-app event copy across locales with tools meant for real submissions, not generic prompts. ■ APP STORE OPTIMIZATION Catch duplicate keywords, review practical guidance, and preview how your listing appears in search results so it reads cleanly before you submit. ■ SCREENSHOTS AND PREVIEWS Reorder and replace assets while Helm handles sizing, alpha cleanup, visionOS simulator workflows, and Magic Upload so files land in the right locale and order. ■ APP INFORMATION AND REVIEW CONTACTS Maintain app-level details and App Review Information, with shortcuts to reuse trusted contact data when Apple needs to reach you. ■ TESTFLIGHT Draft beta release notes, invite internal and external testers and groups, pull contacts when you want speed, submit builds for beta review, and stay on top of feedback. ■ CUSTOMER REVIEWS Filter and sort reviews, reply with templates, translate replies when it helps, export what you need, and copy your App Store review link quickly. ■ IN-APP PURCHASES AND SUBSCRIPTIONS Create and organize products, manage subscription groups and pricing, and handle promotional pricing, offer codes, and win-back offers where available. ■ IN-APP EVENTS Create and duplicate events, localize event copy, and submit them as part of your release workflow. ■ APP STORE NOMINATIONS Track drafts, upcoming, and past editorial nominations so that promoting your app to the App Store team stays organized. ■ ACCESSIBILITY Fill and monitor App Store accessibility nutrition labels so your product page reflects the experience you ship. ■ HELM PASSPORT AND WIDGET Collect developer contacts like stamps, share yours with a QR code or widget, and invite people into TestFlight builds or groups. An App Clip gets new contacts started in seconds when they are not on Helm yet. ■ ACCOUNT FLEXIBILITY Sign in with App Store Connect API keys, keep multiple Helm setups for separate developer accounts, and use Helm setup files to onboard or move configuration between devices. ■ STAY IN THE LOOP Optional notifications for builds, version changes, and TestFlight feedback so important updates do not get lost. Try Helm free and tell us what would make your ship days smoother. Terms and Conditions: https://helm-app.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://helm-app.com/privacy

Screenshots

Connected4 screens
Helm for App Store Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Connected at none against Helm for App Store Connect's 6. Connected also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). Helm for App Store Connect's advantage is ratings volume (35 vs 1) and chart position (#101 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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. Helm for App Store Connect sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Connected asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Connected holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Helm for App Store Connect has 35 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Connected versus Helm for App Store Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnectedHelm for App Store Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (35 ratings)
Positive reviews—97.0% of reviews
Number of ratings135 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#101 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB187 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer寰宇 骆Modum B.V.

Customer experience

Connected

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

Helm for App Store Connect

All ratings35 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive97.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.0%

Bugs and requests

Connected

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Helm for App Store Connect

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Manage screenshots freezes app
  • Translate button overwrites translations
  • App status not matching actual status
  • Passport message takes up space
  • Bug in latest version
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  • Subscription not working on Mac
  • Refreshes are buggy
  • Latest version requires macOS 26

Requested features

12 requests
  • App Analytics in Helm
  • iPhone/iPad version
  • Download trends
  • Actual App Store rejection reasons
  • Full reviewer reply texts
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  • Helper/guide for metadata quirks
  • Guide for purchase/subscription validation
  • Keyword ranking display
  • Offline mode for frequently accessed apps
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • More ASC features implementation

In-app purchases

None

Connected

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Helm for App Store Connect

Subscriptions4
  • Helm Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Helm Pro Month$9.991 Month
  • Helm Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
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  • Helm Pro Year3 Days trial$54.991 Year
One-time1
  • Helm Pro Lifetime2 variants$274.99

Questions

Is Connected free?
Connected is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
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, Connected or Helm for App Store Connect?
Connected is rated higher. Connected averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Helm for App Store Connect averages 4.7 from 35 ratings.
Do Connected or Helm for App Store Connect have ads?
Neither Connected nor Helm for App Store Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Connected or Helm for App Store Connect?
Connected ships an update every 2 weeks, and Helm for App Store Connect every 2 weeks. Most recently, Connected was updated on September 28, 2026 and Helm for App Store Connect on September 29, 2026.

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