Comparison

DrayTek AVS vs Jumpstart

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

Head to head
About

DrayTek AVS

Features
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*** You must own a DrayTek VigorSwitch V1281 to use this app *** DrayTek AVS is a companion app for the VigorSwitch V1281, which is a switch designed for distributing IP video feeds from multiple sources (e.g. Set-top boxes, DVD players, media systems, cameras etc) over Ethernet/IP to multiple outputs (TVs, monitors or projectors). It's suitable for homes, offices, pubs or restaurants or any commercial applications with multiple screens requiring easy distribution and selection. With this app, you can transform your iPad®, iPod® or iPhone® into a handheld controller to control the source and output selection of equipment within your home or buildings, such as home entertainment or security system. Note: For more information about DrayTek VigorSwitch V1281, please visit www.draytek.com and contact the distributor in your area via our "Global Partners" pages.

About

Jumpstart

Control your network devices remotely with this mobile client. Wake, sleep, reboot, or shut down computers and other compatible hardware from anywhere. Features smart network discovery and secure authentication for easy management.

Highlights
  • Remote device control (wake, sleep, reboot, shutdown)
  • Real-time device status monitoring
  • Automatic network device discovery
  • Secure token-based authentication
  • Intuitive touch-optimized interface
  • Home screen widgets for quick access
Features
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Jumpstart - Your pocket-sized Wake-on-LAN companion for UpSnap servers. Wake, sleep, reboot, and shutdown devices on your network from anywhere with Jumpstart — the mobile client for UpSnap. Perfect for home labs, remote workstations, or gaming rigs that need to be ready when you are. FEATURES: Complete Device Control - Wake devices instantly with Wake-on-LAN - Put devices to sleep, reboot, or shutdown remotely - View real-time device status (online/offline/unknown) - Manage multiple devices with ease Smart Network Discovery - Auto-scan your home network to find Wake-on-LAN compatible devices - One-tap device addition from scan results - See device details including MAC addresses, IPs, and vendors Intuitive UI - Beautiful, modern interface optimized for touch - Dark mode support - Home Screen widgets for instant access Secure Authentication - Secure login with username or email - Token-based authentication with UpSnap servers - Keep your network safe with encrypted connections Perfect for: • Home lab administrators • Remote workers • Gamers with gaming PCs • IT professionals managing remote workstations • Anyone who needs to control devices on the go Requirements: • An UpSnap server instance running on your network • Devices with Wake-on-LAN enabled in BIOS/UEFI • Local network access for optimal performance Jumpstart connects to your existing UpSnap server — no cloud subscription required. Take control of your devices from anywhere, right from your iPhone. UpSnap: https://github.com/seriousm4x/UpSnap

Screenshots

DrayTek AVS3 screens
Jumpstart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DrayTek AVS at 9.0 against Jumpstart's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
DrayTek AVS versus Jumpstart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrayTek AVSJumpstart
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrayTek Corp.Joshua Higgins

In-app purchases

None

DrayTek AVS

No in-app purchases

None

Jumpstart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DrayTek AVS free?
DrayTek AVS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jumpstart free?
Jumpstart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DrayTek AVS or Jumpstart have ads?
Neither DrayTek AVS nor Jumpstart shows ads.

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