# IST vs Panel Manager

The clearest difference is rating: Panel Manager at 5.0 against IST's 2.6. Panel Manager also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). IST's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Panel Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. IST asks for nothing beyond the download.

Panel Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IST has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

IST ships an update monthly, Panel Manager every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IST | Panel Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ist-mydoor/id1370246240/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panel-manager/id6760704566/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IST-MyDoor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1370246239) | [MICHAEL ANTHONY SLOCUM JR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885822647) |

## What reviewers say

### IST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ist-mydoor/id1370246240)

Monitor your home's entrance remotely with live video streaming and two-way audio. Receive instant alerts for doorbell triggers or motion detection directly on your smartphone. The adjustable camera ensures you can view any angle of your doorstep.

**Highlights:** Live video streaming, Two-way audio communication, Motion detection alerts, Adjustable camera angle, Remote monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Panel Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panel-manager/id6760704566)

Streamline electrical panel scheduling directly from your mobile device. Quickly add circuit details, automatically calculate loads, and generate professional PDF reports for permits and inspections. Collaborate with your crew in real-time without needing individual accounts.

**Highlights:** Real-time load calculation, Automatic space assignment, 1-phase and 3-phase support, Crew project sharing, PDF export for permits, Compact door label generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Panel Manager Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IST free?

IST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Panel Manager free?

Panel Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, IST or Panel Manager?

Panel Manager is rated higher. IST averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Panel Manager averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do IST or Panel Manager have ads?

Neither IST nor Panel Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IST or Panel Manager?

IST ships an update monthly, and Panel Manager every 9 days. Most recently, IST was updated on October 24, 2026 and Panel Manager on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*