Astra - Life Advice 9+

Conversion

This app was referred to me by a few friends. I’ve always been an astrology skeptic but Astra is starting to change my mind. The clean and concise presentation of the content makes it very approachable for a beginner and I while it may not always have all the answers, chatting with this app gives me tons to think about and fresh perspectives. Love it

Misleading and Inaccurate

I was excited to try it out after seeing it promoted and reviewed on social media, mistake #1. My experience has been disappointing. Here's why:

Pricing Deception: The app is advertised to be free but actually offers only a 3-day trial before charging $6.99 a *week*. This is misleading at best.
Astrological Inaccuracies: It repeatedly and confidently provided incorrect information. For example, it insisted that my moon (2* ♊️) is in my 2nd House instead of my 1st House, which I know to be correct using Traditional astrology and the Placidius House system. Despite verifying its uses both Traditional astrology and the Placidius House system, I had to prompt it multiple times using my AC (16* ♉️) and the cusp of my 2nd House (14* ♊️) to get the accurate answer. It also mixed up mine and my partner’s charts twice in the compatibility report, attributing incorrect planetary placements. When I pointed out the errors for the third time, it promised a new report but failed to do so.
Consumer Trust and High Cost: Astra's inaccuracies are concerning, especially for users less familiar with astrology. It seems to provide "Al hallucinations" rather than reliable insights. Considering the flaws, the app's price is not justifiable.
In summary, Astra falls short on accuracy and transparency. I recommend seeking alternative astrology apps that provide better value for your money.

Well made, Needs tinkering

Initially, the first look is great. The formatting, overall aesthetic, and simple style leaves for practical and straight forward use.

I find the overall idea is great.

My first issue would remain in the accuracy. My first example has to deal with a, “Romantic Partner”, birth chart. Under, Compatibility, “Approach to Relationships”, it mixes up my mars sign, and signifies in the further details that he is my mars sign.

My second issue is the overall complexity. I understand it’s in its first few stages of development. Which so far is absolutely amazing. Though when asking the AI in the, “Romantic Compatibility” chat, my partners mars sign; it was unable to answer. In its response it restates that there is only access to the, sun, moon and rising sign.

Overall the, AI’s response (assuming) they only have the intellectual ability to converse information through the top 3 is very impressive.

I love what it has to offer so far. I look forward to see where the app developers take this app.

Developer Response ,

Thank you for this thoughtful review ❤️ We really appreciate you trying Astra. We hear your feedback and are working super hard to fix any kinks. Expect Astra to get much better over time!!

Also please feel free to reach us directly any time via the "get in touch" menu option!!