# DS router

> Remote management and monitoring for Synology Routers. (iPhone/iPad app by Synology Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-router/id963699443 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Synology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/321493109)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 1,373 App Store ratings · 178 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 109 MB
- Languages: Korean, Dutch, Norwegian Nynorsk, Danish, German (Germany), Russian, Norwegian Bokmål, Swedish, European Spanish, American English and 10 more
- Released: 2015-10-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-router/id963699443/reviews.md

## What is DS router?

**You must own a Synology Router to run this app, and be running the latest SRM 1.3 to get the complete set of features.**

DS router allows you to manage you network with just a few taps whenever you want, wherever you go. Easily set up brand new Synology Routers, monitor live traffic, and protect your children's Internet activities with the comprehensive features of DS router.

Key Features:
- Remote Management: Manage your router from anywhere.
- Network Map: Easily view the status of your Mesh Wi-Fi system.
- Guest Network: Create a new network separated from your primary Wi-Fi.
- Traffic Monitor: Supervise real time traffic of all connected devices.
- Device Prioritization: Determine which devices Internet priority.
- Safe Access: Enjoy advanced parental control and security functions.

## Key features

- Remote router management
- Network status monitoring
- Guest network creation
- Real-time traffic supervision
- Device prioritization
- Parental controls and security

## Recent user reviews (10 of 178)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-router/id963699443/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Helpful app

*2026-08-06, version 2.1.1*

Let’s me keep control of my kids wifi access, device by device.

### 1/5 — Poor internet service

*2026-08-05, version 2.1.1*

Spectrum says their side is strong but they my router shuts down internet constantly throughout the day

### 1/5 — Headache

*2026-08-04, version 2.1.1*

Every day I have to delete app, redownload it and log back in for this to work.  Each new day when I attempt to log in I get a message that states unable to connect to router.  Worked great for years, not sure if they updated something but a constant headache the last month or so

### 3/5 — Ok

*2026-06-08, version 2.1.1*

Ok app

### 5/5 — It’s good

*2026-06-03, version 2.1.1*

The interface makes things really easy. Some of the web filtering isn’t very easy to get right

### 2/5 — Ausencia de actualizaciones y evolución.

*2026-04-12, version 2.1.1*

Si bien el software es bastante estable y en principio lo encontraba completo, no se ha actualizado nada durante años y carece de integración de funcionalidades que encuentro relevantes en el router como Threat Protection, DNS Server, etc

### 3/5 — Needs more features

*2026-02-11, version 2.1.1*

I want to be able to configure my access point to prevent certain devices from connecting to it. One of my Sonos speakers in my living room keeps connecting to the AP on a different floor, through cement and steel walls, rather than the router that is less than 20’ away and has direct line of sight. Many cheaper brands have this feature, so my Synology routers are going on Ebay.

### 4/5 — The Best Family Router

*2026-01-08, version 2.1.1*

Really really good router! So much free easy parental control. 
Downside is you can’t ad apps that the Synology NAS drives can have.

### 4/5 — Indicaciones para torpes

*2025-12-30, version 2.1.1*

Me faltan indicaciones para torpes

### 4/5 — Covers the basics decently

*2025-07-25, version 2.1.1*

The app covers the basics most people need but for “tinkerers” accessing settings through a web browser directly is the better way. The app does have a clean, intuitive UI that is a pleasure to use, but really needs a dark mode option.

## Frequently asked questions about DS router

### What does DS router do?

DS router allows you to manage your Synology Router network from anywhere. You can set up new routers, monitor live network traffic, and control internet access for children.

### What are the key features of DS router?

Key features include remote management of your router, viewing the status of your Mesh Wi-Fi system, creating separate guest networks, monitoring real-time traffic, prioritizing devices, and utilizing advanced parental controls and security functions.

### Is DS router free to use?

Yes, DS router is a free application. However, it requires you to own a Synology Router and be running the latest SRM 1.3 to access its full range of features.

### What devices is DS router compatible with?

DS router is designed to manage Synology Routers. To use the app's complete features, you must be running SRM 1.3 on your Synology Router. The app itself is available for mobile devices.

### What are common use cases for DS router?

Common use cases include remotely checking your home network's status, setting up a temporary guest Wi-Fi network for visitors, monitoring which devices are using the most bandwidth, and implementing parental controls to restrict internet access for children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.1 — 2022-11-01

1. Fixed the issue where DS router might display Connection Lost after opening the detailed view of a Wi-Fi point in a mesh Wi-Fi system.
2. Fixed the issue where DS router might not be able to select WPA2/WPA3-Personal as the security level for a Wi-Fi network.
3. Minor bug fixed

### 2.1 — 2022-06-21

What's New
1. Supports sending notifications when a device connects for the first time to a Wi-Fi network (applicable for SRM 1.3.1 and above).
2. Added new activity cards.
3. Supports adding devices to the system block list from the device list.
4. Supports managing traffic of specific devices directly from the traffic monitor page.

Fixed Issues
1. Fixed the display inconsistency between DS router and SRM regarding IPTV profiles.
2. Enhanced the stability of DS router.
3. Minor bug fixes.

### 2.0 — 2022-05-03

Important Note:
1. Adjusted minimum system requirements: iOS 12.0 or above.
2. Compatible with SRM 1.2 and above.

What's New
1. Redesigned the Overview, Device, and Settings tabs and updated the overall structure of the app.
2. Supports editing Internet connection.
3. Supports enabling and disabling Synology Router's VPN client connections.
4. Supports recommending actions for users to take through activity cards.
5. Supports creating and deleting Wi-Fi names (SSIDs).
6. Supports using Google Account and Apple ID to sign in to Synology Account.
7. Supports setting up QuickConnect.
8. Supports relevant SRM 1.3 functions.
9. Minor bug fixes.

### 1.2.9 — 2020-08-26

• Fixed the issue where DS router might crash when firewall rules are being configured.
• Minor bug fixes.

### 1.2.8 — 2020-06-18

• DS router 1.2.8 only supports iOS 11 and above.
• Added support for adding Wi-Fi points to a mesh Wi-Fi system via Ethernet cables during the first-time deployment.
• Unified the behaviors of soft reset on RT1900ac, RT2600ac, and MR2200ac: the username of administrator's account can be customized during the reset.
• Allowed a mesh Wi-Fi system to have Wi-Fi points running different SRM's Update versions (with the same four-digit build number) so as to enhance update experience.
• Re-login to DS router is necessary after SRM is updated to 1.2.4.
• Minor bug fixes.

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