Comparison

BlockGraver vs StarLight

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

Head to head
About

BlockGraver

Edit and manage structured game data like LevelDB and NBT directly on your iOS device. This tool allows for precise browsing, editing, and optimization of game files, including world settings and map items.

Highlights
  • Import & Export LevelDB Data
  • Edit LevelDB Keys & Values
  • Modify World Settings
  • Delete Chunks
  • Preview Map Items
  • Full NBT Data Management
  • Import & Export NBT Data
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Take full control of your LevelDB and NBT data directly on your iPhone and iPad! This advanced tool lets you browse, edit, and manage structured game data with precision. Key Features: ・Import & Export LevelDB Data ・Edit LevelDB Keys & Values ・Modify World Settings (level.dat) ・Delete Chunks to optimize performance ・Preview Map Items ・Full NBT Data Management   → Multi-Tag Editing   → Create, Delete   → Copy, Paste, Replace ・Import & Export NBT Data Disclaimer: NOT AN OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG. In accordance with https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/terms#terms-brand_guidelines.

About

StarLight

Access and stream your PC content to your iPhone or iPad with low latency. Control your desktop, use apps and games remotely, and test game controllers. Supports Apple Pencil input and customizable virtual controls for a flexible experience.

Highlights
  • Remote PC access and control
  • Low-latency video streaming
  • Apple Pencil input support
  • Virtual controls and gamepads
  • Controller testing and diagnostics
  • High-performance video enhancements
Features
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StarLight is a remote PC access and streaming utility designed for iPhone and iPad. It provides low-latency video streaming, Apple Pencil input, virtual controls, controller testing, and flexible display options. Whether you want to control your desktop, access installed apps and games, or stream content between your own devices, StarLight provides a convenient and customizable experience. Core Features Remote PC Access • Connect to and control your own PC • View and interact with your desktop remotely • Support for local and remote network connections • High frame rates, multiple resolutions, and portrait or landscape streaming • Suitable for remote desktop use, installed apps, games, and personal content Video and Audio Enhancements • High-performance Metal rendering • MetalFX upscaling, sharpening, and multiple scaling modes • HDR and multiple video codecs on supported devices • Adjustable video alignment, safe area, and orientation • Audio haptics that convert sound into tactile feedback • Performance statistics for frame rate, latency, and network conditions Apple Pencil and Touch • Apple Pencil input support • Follow Touch, Native Pen, and Mouse modes • Native Pen mode for compatible drawing, design, and productivity apps • Mouse mode turns Apple Pencil into a pointer • Multi-touch, trackpad, and mouse control options Virtual Controls and Gamepads • Support for external game controllers • Customizable on-screen buttons and virtual gamepads • Adjustable joystick range, sensitivity, opacity, and margins • Multiple controllers, motion input, and vibration feedback • Backup, import, and restore virtual control layouts Controller Testing • Real-time controller button detection • Test analog sticks, triggers, directional pads, and motion input • Visualized input response • Support for a wide range of game controllers • Helps diagnose controller connection, input, and vibration issues Common Uses • Access your PC from an iPhone or iPad • Remotely use apps, games, and personal content installed on your PC • Use Apple Pencil with compatible drawing and productivity software • Connect to a home or office PC over a local network • Access your own device while away from home • Test controller buttons, sticks, triggers, and input behavior Compatible host software must be configured on your own PC before use. Video quality, latency, and feature availability depend on your host performance, network conditions, and device capabilities. StarLight does not sell or provide digital content, games, or in-app game items. It is intended only for remotely accessing and controlling PCs owned or managed by the user.

Screenshots

BlockGraver4 screens
StarLight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BlockGraver at Free against StarLight's $2.99. StarLight's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

BlockGraver is free to download; StarLight costs $2.99 up front. BlockGraver sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. StarLight asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarLight holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of BlockGraver's written reviews are positive against 83% of StarLight's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BlockGraver ships an update every 6 weeks, StarLight weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BlockGraver versus StarLight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockGraverStarLight
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.4 (26 ratings)5.0 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings26 — better17
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSai Seisawa健 耿

Customer experience

BlockGraver

All ratings24 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral7.4%
Negative14.8%

StarLight

All ratings17 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

BlockGraver

One-time5
  • Apple!$0.99
  • Bread!$2.99
  • Pro Version$3.99
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  • Meat!$4.99
  • Cake!$9.99
None

StarLight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BlockGraver free?
BlockGraver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StarLight free?
StarLight costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BlockGraver or StarLight?
StarLight is rated higher. BlockGraver averages 4.4 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while StarLight averages 5.0 from 17 ratings.
Do BlockGraver or StarLight have ads?
Neither BlockGraver nor StarLight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BlockGraver or StarLight?
BlockGraver ships an update every 6 weeks, and StarLight weekly. Most recently, BlockGraver was updated on November 4, 2026 and StarLight on November 8, 2026.

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