Comparison

Asterysk vs ShiftBadge

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

Head to head
About

Asterysk

This AI chat assistant integrates with your browser to let you interact with any webpage. It supports multiple leading AI models and allows you to use your own API keys for enhanced privacy and direct interaction with AI providers.

Highlights
  • AI chat on any webpage
  • Support for Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic
  • Bring Your Own API Key (BYOK)
  • Context-aware page analysis
  • Conversation history by domain
  • Slash commands for quick actions
  • Floating window or sidebar view
Features
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Asterysk brings AI chat to any webpage in your Browser. Use your own API keys to chat with leading AI models — no middleman, no tracking, no servers. Features: - Multi-AI: Switch between Google Gemini, OpenAI, and Anthropic models on the fly - BYOK: Bring your own API keys — your data goes directly to the provider - Context Aware: Reads the current page so you can ask about any article, doc, or code - Conversation History: Chats organized by domain, pick up right where you left off - Slash Commands: Quick actions like summarize, explain, analyze, and generate code - Floating or Sidebar: Choose between a draggable window or full-height sidebar - 100% Privacy: No servers, no tracking — everything stays on your device

About

ShiftBadge

Features
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ShiftBadge is the shift calendar app built specifically for law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS workers, and all first responders who work rotating schedules. Unlike generic shift apps, ShiftBadge understands the unique demands of badge-wearers. From cross-midnight overnight shifts to FLSA 7(k) overtime compliance tracking, every feature is designed for the job you do. KEY FEATURES Shift Calendar Visual month, week, and day views with color-coded shift types. Cross-midnight shifts display correctly across both calendar days. Tap any day to view or edit shift details, add notes, and flag overtime. Shift Pattern Engine Create unlimited rotation patterns with any cycle length. Apply patterns to your calendar instantly. Supports all common first responder rotations including 5/2-5/3, 4/2, 2/2/2, and fully custom cycles. FLSA 7(k) Overtime Tracking The only personal app on the App Store with built-in FLSA 7(k) compliance tracking. Set your work period (7, 8, 14, or 28 days), track hours against the threshold, and get alerts before you exceed limits. Generate overtime reports for payroll. Overtime Log Log overtime hours by type: regular OT, double time, holiday, and comp time. View totals by pay period with interactive charts. Time-Off Balance Tracking Track vacation, sick, personal, comp time, and Kelly days with running balances and carryover. Always know how much time you have available. Court Appearance Tracking Log court dates with case numbers, appearance times, and conflict detection against your regular shifts. Never miss a subpoena again. iOS Calendar Sync Two-way sync with your iPhone calendar. Your shifts appear in the Apple Calendar app alongside personal events. Widgets and Apple Watch Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets show your next shift at a glance. Apple Watch complication for quick shift lookup right from your wrist. PDF Export Generate professional shift reports for payroll, records, or department submissions. PRIVACY FIRST All data stays on your device. No servers, no accounts, no sign-ups, no data collection. Your schedule is your business. FREE TIER Basic shift calendar view, one shift pattern, and manual shift entry. PREMIUM UNLOCK Unlimited patterns, overtime tracking, FLSA 7(k) calculator, time-off balances, court tracking, calendar sync, widgets, Apple Watch, PDF export, custom shift types, and priority support. Choose your plan: Monthly: $3.99/month Yearly: $29.99/year (save 37%) Lifetime: $59.99 one-time purchase 7-day free trial available with monthly subscription. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. TERMS OF USE https://asunnyboy861.github.io/ShiftBadge/terms.html PRIVACY POLICY https://asunnyboy861.github.io/ShiftBadge/privacy.html

Screenshots

Asterysk4 screens
ShiftBadge4 screens

Verdict

The call

Asterysk and ShiftBadge are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Asterysk sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ShiftBadge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Asterysk versus ShiftBadge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAsteryskShiftBadge
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB4 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperShivkanth Bagavathy贺 周

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Asterysk

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
3 purchases

ShiftBadge

Subscriptions2
  • ShiftBadge Monthly$3.991 Month
  • ShiftBadge Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • ShiftBadge Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Asterysk free?
Asterysk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShiftBadge free?
ShiftBadge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Asterysk or ShiftBadge have ads?
Neither Asterysk nor ShiftBadge shows ads.

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