Comparison

Synology VPN Plus vs DStation Remote

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

Head to head
About

Synology VPN Plus

Access your Synology Router's network resources securely from your mobile device. Enjoy fast, reliable connections with enhanced security and firewall traversal capabilities.

Highlights
  • Synology SSL VPN access
  • Access local network resources
  • Fast connection speeds
  • Enhanced security
  • Firewall traversal
Features
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**You must own a Synology Router to run this app, and be running the latest VPN Plus Server package to get the complete set of features** VPN Plus allows easy access to Internet and local network resources via the Synology SSL VPN service powered by the Synology Router. This mobile application provides you with fast connection speeds, enhanced security, and better capacity to pass through firewalls.

About

DStation Remote

Manage and monitor your Synology NAS Download Station tasks remotely. This app offers full control over downloads, including adding, pausing, and managing files, with secure login and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Secure encrypted login storage
  • QuickConnect and SSL/2FA support
  • Full task management (start, pause, delete)
  • Effortless new task addition
  • Task file management
  • Priority selection for tasks and files
  • Share menu integration for adding tasks
Features
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DStation Remote is the ultimate mobile client for managing and monitoring tasks on your Synology NAS using Download Station. Take full control of your tasks with a fast, reliable, and user-friendly interface. Key Features: • Your login credentials are fully encrypted and stored securely on your device. We never share or transmit your login details. • QuickConnect Support: Seamlessly connect to your Synology NAS locally or remotely with full SSL and 2FA authentication. • Full Task Management: Start, pause, resume, delete, and clear your tasks with ease. • Simply Add New Tasks Effortlessly. • Task File Management: Select and manage individual files within your tasks for better control. • Priority Selection: Set priority levels for tasks and files to optimize downloads. • New Share Integration: Add files directly as tasks from other apps using the share menu. • Folder Selection: Choose specific folders on your NAS to save tasks exactly where you need them. • Clean and Intuitive Design: Enjoy a smooth, hassle-free experience with a focus on usability. Why Choose DStation Remote? Built specifically for Synology users, DStation Remote offers an efficient and secure solution for managing Download Station tasks. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can keep your tasks organized and under control. Requirements: • Synology NAS with DSM 7.0+ and Download Station installed. • Proper network setup to allow remote access. DStation Remote – the Best & Fast NAS Task Manager for your Synology Download Station!

Screenshots

Synology VPN Plus4 screens
DStation Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Synology VPN Plus at 3.5 against DStation Remote's 3.0. Synology VPN Plus also leads on ratings volume (23 vs 2). DStation Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (75% vs 45%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Synology VPN Plus holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Synology VPN Plus has 23 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Synology VPN Plus's written reviews are positive against 75% of DStation Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Synology VPN Plus ships an update every 2 months, DStation Remote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Synology VPN Plus versus DStation Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynology VPN PlusDStation Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (23 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews45.2% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.2
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSynology Inc.Pavlo Stovpivskyi

Customer experience

Synology VPN Plus

All ratings23 ratings
Positive56.5%
Neutral17.4%
Negative26.1%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral11.9%
Negative42.9%

DStation Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Synology VPN Plus

No in-app purchases

None

DStation Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Synology VPN Plus free?
Synology VPN Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DStation Remote free?
DStation Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Synology VPN Plus or DStation Remote?
Synology VPN Plus is rated higher. Synology VPN Plus averages 3.5 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while DStation Remote averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Synology VPN Plus or DStation Remote have ads?
Neither Synology VPN Plus nor DStation Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Synology VPN Plus or DStation Remote?
Synology VPN Plus ships an update every 2 months, and DStation Remote every 3 days. Most recently, Synology VPN Plus was updated on November 3, 2026 and DStation Remote on October 30, 2026.

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