# PutSync vs Helmarr

The clearest difference is rating: Helmarr at 4.9 against PutSync's 4.2. Helmarr also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (172 vs 15). PutSync's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Helmarr sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PutSync asks for nothing beyond the download.

Helmarr holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Helmarr has 172 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 75% and 76% positive.

PutSync ships an update every 2 months, Helmarr weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PutSync | Helmarr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putsync/id1469183163/reviews) | **[4.9 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helmarr/id1638624921/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **172** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **75.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 170 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ben Bailey](https://appshunter.io/developer/879851788) | [Florian Ernst](https://appshunter.io/developer/979192685) |

## What reviewers say

### PutSync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putsync/id1469183163)

Manage and stream your cloud drive content with a personalized library experience. Upload, download, and enjoy your files seamlessly on iOS devices.

**Highlights:** Manage files and downloads, Stream cloud content, Personalized library browsing, Upload and download functionality, Native iOS experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Helmarr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helmarr/id1638624921)

Manage all your self-hosted services from a single, native iOS interface. Seamlessly integrate and control applications like Sonarr, Radarr, and Unraid with advanced features and customization.

**Highlights:** Unified experience for multiple services, Smart multi-network connectivity, Deep customization options, Home screen widgets, Unraid control, Push notifications, SSH & SFTP access, Download management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Helmarr Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Ultra Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Helmarr Pro Yearly Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Bazarr | $3.99 | one-time |
| Deluge | $4.99 | one-time |
| Plex | $4.99 | one-time |
| Transmission | $4.99 | one-time |
| NZBGet | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lidarr | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unraid | $4.99 | one-time |
| SABnzbd | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tautulli | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sonarr | $4.99 | one-time |
| Radarr | $4.99 | one-time |
| Seerr | $4.99 | one-time |
| qBt | $4.99 | one-time |
| Prowlarr | $4.99 | one-time |
| Helmarr Pro - Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PutSync free?

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

### Is Helmarr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PutSync or Helmarr?

Helmarr is rated higher. PutSync averages 4.2 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Helmarr averages 4.9 from 172 ratings.

### Do PutSync or Helmarr have ads?

Neither PutSync nor Helmarr shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PutSync or Helmarr?

PutSync ships an update every 2 months, and Helmarr weekly. Most recently, PutSync was updated on October 3, 2026 and Helmarr on October 12, 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.*