Comparison

Larktun vs AstroBox

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

Head to head
About

Larktun

Features
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Larktun is a private networking and remote access app designed for personal users, developers, IT administrators, and networking enthusiasts. With Larktun, your iPhone or iPad can securely join your private network and access your home computer, NAS, server, router, development machine, or office devices anytime, anywhere. You can complete networking, device discovery, remote access, and remote control directly inside the app. 【App-Based Private Networking】 Traditional networking tools often require system-level VPN configuration, which may affect other VPN, proxy, or network tools. Larktun uses an app-based private networking approach: No system profile installation required No occupation of the system VPN channel No conflict with other proxy or network tools Access private network devices directly from the app Better suited for iPhone and iPad remote access 【Main Features】 1. Secure Private Network Access After signing in, your iPhone or iPad becomes part of your private network. Wherever you are, as long as you have internet access, you can connect to your devices as if you were on the same local network. Multiple accounts are supported, allowing you to switch between home networks, development environments, remote office networks, and operations management scenarios. 2. Smart Discovery and Home Network App Center Larktun supports smart discovery to help you quickly find devices and common services in your private network, reducing the need to manually enter IP addresses, ports, and protocols. You can discover NAS devices, servers, Windows PCs, routers, Web services, SSH services, RDP services, and more. For home users, Larktun can also serve as a home network app center, providing centralized access to computers, NAS devices, routers, media services, smart home services, and self-hosted applications. 3. Built-in Remote Access Toolbox Larktun includes commonly used remote access tools, so you do not need to install multiple third-party apps. SSH Terminal: Access Linux servers, routers, NAS devices, and development machines with password or key authentication. SFTP File Management: Upload, download, rename, and edit remote files. Built-in Web Browser: Access NAS dashboards, OpenWrt, Home Assistant, self-hosted websites, and internal web systems. RDP Remote Desktop: Connect to Windows computers directly inside the app. WebRTC Remote Control: Remotely control computers through the built-in WebRTC capability. 4. Multi-Tab and Detachable Tabs Larktun supports multi-tab workflows. You can open multiple SSH, RDP, Web, or remote control sessions and quickly switch between devices and services. On iPad, SSH and RDP tabs can also be detached, making remote sessions more flexible for multitasking. 5. External Display Support Larktun supports external display usage. RDP and WebRTC remote control can work with an external monitor to provide a larger workspace and a more desktop-like remote experience on iPad. 6. Device Overview View the status of devices in your private network, add device notes, search quickly, and start SSH, SFTP, Web, RDP, or remote control sessions directly from the device list. 7. Security Protection Larktun is built on modern encrypted networking technology. Only authenticated devices can join your private network, and data transmission is protected by encryption, helping reduce public exposure and unauthorized access risks. Larktun keeps your devices securely online and always within reach. Privacy Policy: https://larktun.com/legal/privacy-policy Service Terms: https://larktun.com/legal/terms-of-service Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

AstroBox

Manage your compatible smart wearable devices with this toolkit. Connect via Bluetooth to view device status, install custom watch faces and mini-apps, and track transfer tasks. Offers a streamlined experience for both everyday users and developers.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth device connection
  • View device status (battery, storage, steps)
  • Install watch faces and mini-apps
  • Manage transfer tasks
  • Resource community browsing
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Features
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AstroBox is a device management tool built for smart wearable users, developers, and creators. It helps you connect supported smart bands and watches via Bluetooth, view device status, install compatible resources, and manage transfer tasks with ease. After connecting your device, AstroBox presents useful information such as battery level, storage, steps, and connection status in a clear dashboard. This makes it easier to understand your device status and access the information you care about. In the resource community, you can browse curated watch faces, mini apps, and other compatible content, then install supported resources to your wearable device. Whether you want to refresh your watch face style or try small tools designed for your device, AstroBox guides you through the process. AstroBox provides practical features such as resource package installation, device information viewing, and transfer task management. It is designed to be simple enough for everyday users while still offering a convenient workflow for developers and creators. AstroBox is available across multiple platforms. Whether you use a iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you can enjoy a consistent and smooth experience. We value privacy. AstroBox is designed to process device-related data locally whenever possible. We do not actively collect your personal information or access your private data without your consent. Privacy Policy: https://astrobox.online/privacy_en.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://astrobox.online/eula_en.html *Note: Some features are available only for supported device models, system versions, and resource formats. Actual availability may vary depending on device, system version, and app version.

Screenshots

Larktun4 screens
AstroBox3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Larktun at fortnightly against AstroBox's monthly. Larktun also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Larktun sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year and AstroBox sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Larktun ships an update fortnightly, AstroBox monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Larktun versus AstroBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLarktunAstroBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—38.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB129 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperNingbo Xianyu Network Technology Co., Ltd骋 马

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Larktun

Subscriptions1
  • Larktun Annual Subscription$19.991 Year
6 purchases

AstroBox

Subscriptions6
  • AstroBox Pro$1.991 Month
  • AstroBox CreatorPlus$5.991 Month
  • AstroBox CreatorPro$7.991 Month
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  • AstroBox Pro (Annual)$19.991 Year
  • AstroBox CreatorPlus (Annual)$49.991 Year
  • AstroBox CreatorPro (Annual)$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Larktun free?
Larktun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AstroBox free?
AstroBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Larktun or AstroBox have ads?
Neither Larktun nor AstroBox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Larktun or AstroBox?
Larktun ships an update fortnightly, and AstroBox monthly. Most recently, Larktun was updated on October 31, 2026 and AstroBox on November 10, 2026.

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