Comparison

App Analytics vs Appstead

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

Head to head
About

App Analytics

This app provides app developers with a streamlined way to monitor their App Store portfolio's performance. It offers a consolidated dashboard for tracking downloads, revenue, trends, and update adoption, simplifying data analysis from App Store Connect reports.

Highlights
  • Portfolio dashboard
  • Download and proceeds tracking
  • Trend charts
  • Update cohort analysis
  • Country-specific adoption comparison
  • App-level detail views
  • Metric snapshot sharing
Features
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AppCat gives app developers a faster way to check what is happening across their App Store portfolio. See downloads, proceeds, monetization, trends, and update performance for every app you manage without digging through App Store Connect reports. Built for independent developers and small studios, AppCat turns your App Store Connect sales data into a compact portfolio dashboard you can scan in seconds. Track your portfolio: * See all released apps in one sortable view * Compare daily downloads, proceeds, and proceeds per download * Switch to rolling 30-day metrics to smooth out noisy daily swings * View compact trend charts for each app and portfolio totals * Track update cohorts to see how new versions are being adopted * Compare update adoption by country * Open app-level detail views for larger charts and recent performance * Share clean metric snapshots when you want to show progress AppCat connects through the official App Store Connect API. Credentials are stored locally on your device, and reports are cached so repeat checks are fast. AppCat is made for the quick questions developers ask every day: Which app is growing?
Which one is slipping?
Did that update move the numbers?
Where are proceeds improving?
How does the whole portfolio look right now? Open AppCat, refresh your reports, and get a clear read on your app business. Privacy Policy: https://www.catspaw-systems.com/PrivacyPolicies/AppCatPrivacy.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Appstead

This app provides indie developers with a private dashboard to track app performance, including downloads, revenue, subscriptions, and reviews. It connects directly to App Store Connect, keeping your data secure and accessible from your iPhone and iPad.

Highlights
  • Track downloads, proceeds, and subscriptions
  • Monitor reviews and ratings
  • Manage multiple App Store Connect accounts
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Multi-currency support
  • Direct App Store Connect API integration
Features
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Appstead is a private App Store dashboard for indie developers. Track downloads, proceeds, subscriptions, reviews, trends, payouts, and widgets for every app you ship, right from your iPhone and iPad. Connect your App Store Connect API key and see your whole business in one place. No Appstead account. No third-party server holding your sales data. BUILT FOR INDIE DEVELOPERS • Track one app or your full portfolio • Manage multiple App Store Connect accounts with isolated workspaces • Keep client accounts separate from your own apps • Try every screen first with the built-in demo workspace TODAY DASHBOARD • Yesterday’s downloads, proceeds, and revenue movement • 7-day and 30-day performance summaries • Top apps, top markets, and portfolio snapshots • What Changed feed for new reviews, rating shifts, and sales movement TRENDS AND SUBSCRIPTIONS • Track downloads, proceeds, subscriptions, MRR, trials, and churn • Compare apps side by side • Break results down by country and device • Scrub charts for exact daily values • View 12-month app history REVIEWS INBOX • Read every App Store review in one place • Filter by app, star rating, country, or date • Translate reviews on device • Share polished review cards MULTI-CURRENCY SUPPORT • View proceeds in your preferred currency • See country and market performance clearly • Keep international sales easier to understand WIDGETS AND DIGESTS • Home Screen widgets for portfolio and app performance • Daily downloads digest • Weekly app summaries • Payday reminders for estimated Apple payout dates • Siri and Spotlight shortcuts PRIVACY FIRST • Connects directly to App Store Connect • No Appstead server stores your business data • API credentials stay in Keychain • Credentials can sync with iCloud Keychain • Export your data to CSV anytime TO GET STARTED 1. Create an App Store Connect API key with the Sales and Reports role 2. Enter your API key details in Appstead 3. Save your workspace and start tracking your apps with Appstead Pro APPSTEAD PRO Appstead Pro unlocks live workspaces and refreshing real App Store data. The annual plan includes a free trial. Built for indie developers by an indie developer. Also useful for small studios, client work, and anyone who manages App Store apps without wanting to live in App Store Connect. Appstead is not an ASO or keyword-ranking tool. It is your private App Store business dashboard. Appstead requires an App Store Connect API key and is not affiliated with Apple. Need support or have feedback? https://tally.so/r/2EkrgA Privacy Policy https://appstead.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

App Analytics4 screens
Appstead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Appstead at every 2 days against App Analytics's every 4 days. Appstead also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). App Analytics's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. App Analytics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Appstead sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for App Analytics against 5.0 for Appstead. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

App Analytics ships an update every 4 days, Appstead every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
App Analytics versus Appstead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp AnalyticsAppstead
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCatspaw Systems LLCSEOU B HOUNKANRIN

Customer experience

App Analytics

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Appstead

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

App Analytics

Subscriptions1
  • AppCat Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime access to AppCat$9.99
3 purchases

Appstead

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is App Analytics free?
App Analytics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Appstead free?
Appstead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, App Analytics or Appstead?
App Analytics and Appstead are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do App Analytics or Appstead have ads?
Neither App Analytics nor Appstead shows ads.
Which is updated more often, App Analytics or Appstead?
App Analytics ships an update every 4 days, and Appstead every 2 days. Most recently, App Analytics was updated on October 25, 2026 and Appstead on October 25, 2026.

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