Comparison

Neko Dash vs StarLight

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

Head to head
About

Neko Dash

This app provides a remote dashboard for managing Clash, OpenWrt, and Surge controllers. It offers real-time monitoring, proxy group control, and connection analysis for users with existing controller setups.

Highlights
  • Multi-controller management
  • Real-time status dashboard
  • Widget support
  • Proxy group control
  • Connection and traffic analysis
  • Rule and configuration management
Features
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Neko Dash is a modern dashboard client for remotely connecting to and managing Clash-compatible cores, OpenWrt controllers, and Surge controllers. It is not a VPN or proxy application itself. Please note before purchasing or using: • This app requires an already deployed Clash / OpenWrt / Surge controller to function properly. • This app does not provide proxy nodes, subscriptions, routing services, VPN services, or network access. • This app is best suited for users who already understand the basic concepts of controller dashboards. If you already have a working controller environment, Neko Dash helps you monitor and manage it remotely and conveniently on your iPhone. If you do not have a connectable controller environment, or if you do not understand what a “Controller” is, please download and purchase with caution. 【Trial and Purchase】 Neko Dash includes a 7-day free trial. After the trial period ends, a one-time in-app purchase is required to continue using the app. This purchase unlocks the full app experience permanently and is not an auto-renewing subscription. Users who previously purchased or downloaded the paid version of Neko Dash may continue using the app without purchasing again, subject to App Store receipt validation. You can restore your purchase at any time from the unlock page. 【Core Features】 • Multi-Controller Management Add and manage multiple Clash cores, OpenWrt controllers, and Surge controllers simultaneously. • Real-Time Status Dashboard Monitor upload and download speeds in real time with a clean, native iOS-style dashboard. • Widget Support Home Screen widgets and Lock Screen widgets help you quickly view important controller status. • Powerful Proxy Group Control Visualized policy groups clearly display included nodes and their current status. One-tap latency testing helps you test nodes within policy groups. Quick switching provides a smooth interactive experience for changing proxy nodes. • Connection and Traffic Analysis View active TCP/UDP connections in real time, including source IP, target domain, upload/download data usage, and connection duration. Force disconnect allows you to manually close specific connections when needed. • Rule and Configuration Management Preview active routing rules directly inside the app. Modify supported controller settings remotely, including running mode, log level, and port settings, without manually editing configuration files. • Visual Experience Designed for iOS with support for both Light Mode and Dark Mode. Neko Dash icon design: Gholts (Hugo Lee) Privacy Policy: https://testflight.notion.site/privacy-policy-for-neko-dash Terms of Use: https://testflight.notion.site/term-of-service-for-neko-dash

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

Neko Dash4 screens
StarLight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Neko Dash at Free against StarLight's $2.99. StarLight's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (83% vs 50%). On ratings volume, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Neko Dash is free to download; StarLight costs $2.99 up front. Neko Dash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. StarLight asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarLight holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Neko Dash's written reviews are positive against 83% of StarLight's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Neko Dash ships an update every 2 weeks, StarLight weekly. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Neko Dash versus StarLight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeko DashStarLight
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.8 (8 ratings)5.0 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings817 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHE BORING LAB LIMITED健 耿

Customer experience

Neko Dash

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.7%
Negative39.3%

StarLight

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

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Neko Dash

One-time1
  • Neko Dash Pro$1.99
None

StarLight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Neko Dash free?
Neko Dash 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, Neko Dash or StarLight?
StarLight is rated higher. Neko Dash averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while StarLight averages 5.0 from 17 ratings.
Do Neko Dash or StarLight have ads?
Neither Neko Dash nor StarLight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Neko Dash or StarLight?
Neko Dash ships an update every 2 weeks, and StarLight weekly. Most recently, Neko Dash was updated on November 9, 2026 and StarLight on November 9, 2026.

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