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AppASO vs Astro: Mac-Only iOS Tracker or Cross-Platform ASO?
· Updated · 5 min read
Astro is one of the most popular ASO tools among solo iOS developers, and for good reason: it's simple, it's affordable, and it uses Apple's own data. AppASO covers a different shape of need. Here's an honest comparison using Astro's published pricing as of October 2026.
At a glance
| Astro | AppASO | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9/mo, billed yearly ($108/yr) | Free plan, or Pro at $29/mo ($24/mo billed yearly) |
| Platforms | App Store only | App Store & Google Play |
| How you use it | Native Mac app (macOS 14+) | Web app, works on any OS |
| Keywords and apps | Unlimited | 100 keywords free, unlimited on Pro |
| Popularity data | Apple Search Ads popularity | AppASO's model built from public search results |
| Rank tracking | Daily | At least weekly, plus on demand |
| Relevancy scoring | No | Yes |
| Downloads per keyword | No | Yes, on Pro |
| Team access | Single Mac license | 3 seats on Pro |
Choose Astro if
- You only ship on iOS and work on a Mac.
- You want Apple's popularity numbers and daily rankings at the lowest possible price.
- You work alone and don't need to share the tool with a team.
Choose AppASO if
- You have an Android app, or plan to. Astro doesn't cover Google Play.
- You work on Windows or Linux, or with teammates who do.
- You want relevancy scoring to filter out keywords that don't fit your app.
- You want to see which keywords bring in downloads, using your real App Store Connect or Play Console totals.
- You want to start free before paying anything.
The two also work well together: Astro for quick iOS checks on your Mac, and AppASO's free plan for Google Play, relevancy, and team access.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Astro support Google Play?
- No. Astro covers the Apple App Store only. AppASO covers both the App Store and Google Play.
- Can I use Astro on Windows?
- No. Astro is a native Mac app that requires macOS 14 or later. AppASO runs in the browser, so it works on Windows, Linux, and Mac.
- How much does Astro cost compared with AppASO?
- Astro costs $9/mo billed yearly ($108 a year). AppASO is free for 100 keywords, and Pro costs $29/mo, or $24/mo billed yearly, for unlimited keywords plus relevancy scoring and downloads per keyword.
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Track 100 keywords across unlimited iOS and Android apps for free. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited keywords, relevancy scoring, and download estimates from $24/mo billed yearly. No credit card required.
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