Comparison

StarVPN vs simREF

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

Head to head
About

StarVPN

This app provides a fast and secure way to browse privately online. It offers unlimited speed and strong protection for your internet connection, especially on public Wi-Fi. Advanced features like DNS switching and cloaking enhance your online privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Unlimited speed and strong protection
  • Public Wi-Fi security
  • IP address hiding
  • Fast and reliable servers
  • DNS switching and cloaking
  • Socks5 & WireGuard support
  • Lite and Ultra modes
Features
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Star VPN: Fast Unlimited Proxy Star VPN is your trusted Super Unlimited Proxy VPN app for iPhone and iPad. Whether you want something lighter than the big VPN apps, or just a simple way to stay private online, Star VPN gives you unlimited speed and strong protection. WHY CHOOSE STAR VPN -- Super Unlimited Proxy VPN – connect instantly for browsing, streaming, and downloads -- WiFi Security & Privacy – stay protected on public WiFi networks and hotspots -- Private & Anonymous – hide your IP address and reduce tracking -- Fast & Reliable Servers – enjoy stable, high-speed VPN connections worldwide EXTRA FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE -- DNS Switching – change DNS servers with one tap for better performance -- DNS Cloaking – keep DNS requests private for stronger security -- Socks5 & Wire Support – advanced proxy options for flexibility -- Lite & Ultra Modes – choose lightweight browsing or ultra-fast streaming BETTER THAN THE REST -- Clean and simple design -- Fast connections without draining your battery -- Advanced tools made easy -- Built for everyday browsing and privacy ALL-IN-ONE PROTECTION -- Protect your WiFi connections -- Keep your IP address private -- Switch and cloak DNS for more control -- Unlimited usage on iPhone and iPad SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS -- Annual Plan: $29.99 per year (best value) -- Quarterly Plan: $14.99 every 3 months -- Monthly Plan: $4.99 per month All subscriptions include full access to every Star VPN feature with no ads or limits. Cancel anytime in your iTunes account settings. Pricing includes applicable taxes. IMPORTANT SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS -- Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period -- Charges are billed to your iTunes account at purchase confirmation -- Renewal is billed within 24 hours before the end of the current period -- Manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renew in iTunes account settings PRIVACY COMMITMENT Star VPN: Fast Unlimited Proxy has a strict zero-logs policy. We do not collect or store information that could compromise your security. Privacy Policy: https://thelivesupport.com/privacy-policy/ Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download Star VPN: Fast Unlimited Proxy today and enjoy a fast, private, and secure online experience.

About

simREF

This app provides quick-reference checklists and operational data for flight simulation on iPad. It features interactive normal and abnormal checklists, essential flight data, and a CG/Trim calculator for takeoff planning in a distraction-free, dark UI optimized for cockpit environments.

Highlights
  • Interactive Normal & Abnormal Checklists
  • Operational Data at a glance
  • CG/Trim calculator
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark UI for cockpit environments
  • iPad landscape optimized
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simREF is a quick-reference companion for flight simulation on iPad. Navigate realistic normal & abnormal checklists and operational data in a distraction-free UI. Features - Interactive Normal & Abnormal Checklists (A319/A320/A321/A330/A340/A350) - Operational Data at a glance (speeds, limitations, references) - CG/Trim calculator for takeoff planning (non A350) Works offline, designed for iPad in landscape Dark UI optimized for cockpit environments Who it’s for Flight-sim enthusiasts seeking a structured, QRH-style workflow on iPad. Notes For flight simulation use only. Not for real-world flight operations or training. simREF is not affiliated with or endorsed by any aircraft manufacturer or add-on developer.

Screenshots

StarVPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: simREF at 5.0 against StarVPN's 4.4. simREF also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). StarVPN's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, 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. StarVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and simREF sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

simREF holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of StarVPN's written reviews are positive against 100% of simREF's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StarVPN ships an update every 2 months, simREF every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
StarVPN versus simREF: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarVPNsimREF
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (14 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB148 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThe Software Support LLCChris-Luca Fischer

Customer experience

StarVPN

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

simREF

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StarVPN

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Quarterly$14.993 Months
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
2 purchases

simREF

One-time2
  • IndiGo Virtual Integration$2.99
  • simREF Full Access$8.99

Questions

Is StarVPN free?
StarVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is simREF free?
simREF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, StarVPN or simREF?
simREF is rated higher. StarVPN averages 4.4 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while simREF averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do StarVPN or simREF have ads?
StarVPN shows ads; simREF does not.
Which is updated more often, StarVPN or simREF?
StarVPN ships an update every 2 months, and simREF every 10 days. Most recently, StarVPN was updated on October 24, 2026 and simREF on October 24, 2026.

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