StarSteady: AI-Powered Google Review Responses and SMS Requests for Local Businesses
StarSteady is a new SaaS tool that helps local businesses (auto shops, dentists, restaurants, salons) respond to Google and Yelp reviews using AI, and request new reviews via SMS. Built solo in a few weeks by u/dpanev, it handles Twilio A2P compliance and billing under the hood.
Key Features
- AI review responses: Paste a Google or Yelp review, choose a tone (professional, warm, casual), and get a response in seconds.
- SMS review requests: Send one-click SMS to customers with a direct link to your Google review page.
- Dashboard: Tracks monthly usage, response history, and all data in one place.
Pricing
- Free trial: 5 AI responses + 5 SMS requests.
- Paid plans: Start at $39/month.
Backstory
The solo founder built StarSteady alone — no co-founder, no team. The biggest technical hurdle was Twilio A2P 10DLC compliance (an 'absolute nightmare'). The first paying client is an auto transport company. The AI responses are reported to be genuinely good, and the SMS requests actually work.
Who It's For
Local business owners who want to improve their Google ranking by responding to reviews and proactively requesting them, without manual effort.
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