Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Buds vs Device Tracker

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

Head to head
About

Samsung Galaxy Buds

Manage your Samsung Galaxy Buds+ and Buds Live on your iPhone. Connect, check battery, customize sound with EQ and ANC, and locate your earbuds. Requires iOS 10+ and specific Galaxy Buds models.

Highlights
  • Connect/disconnect earbuds
  • Check battery status
  • Ambient Sound control
  • Active Noise Cancelling
  • Equalizer settings
  • Touchpad customization
  • Find my Earbuds
Features
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*This application is for Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds Live. Support for Galaxy Buds (SM-R170) is not available. Open the charging case. On your mobile device, tap Settings -> Bluetooth and then connect earbuds and mobile devices. Launch the Samsung Galaxy Buds app, and the follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. * The Samsung Galaxy Buds application connects Samsung Galaxy Buds+ and Samsung Galaxy Buds Live to your iPhone. * Use the Samsung Galaxy Buds application to set up and manage the following features. - Connect to and disconnect from a mobile device - Earbuds & Charging Case battery status - Ambient Sound (Samsung Galaxy Buds+ only) - Active Noise Cancelling (Samsung Galaxy Buds Live only) - Equalizer Setting - Touchpad Setting - Advanced Feature - Find my Earbuds - Earbuds Software Update * Compatibility: - iPhone 7 or later models with the iOS 10 and higher version - The Galaxy Buds application is not compatible with Galaxy Buds (SM-R170) * Settings and features provided by the Galaxy Buds application are only available when Galaxy Buds+ or Galaxy Buds Live is connected to your mobile device. Features will not work properly without a proper connection between your earbuds and your mobile device. * If you have any questions, please contact to the web page below. (http://www.samsung.com/support/) ※ User Agreement Following User Agreements are required for the app service. Even if you don't agree the agreements you can use basic service but can't use disagree services. [Required User Agreements] - Bluetooth: Required for communication with Buds+ or Buds Live

About

Device Tracker

Easily locate lost Bluetooth devices like headphones and watches. Features include a real-time device radar, a distance meter, and proximity alerts to guide you directly to your missing item. Keep track of your gadgets and stay connected.

Highlights
  • Device Radar
  • Distance Meter
  • Proximity Alerts
  • Live Map Location
  • Broad Compatibility
  • Favorite Devices
Features
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With Device Tracker, locating your lost Bluetooth devices is quick and effortless. In just a few taps, you can find your wireless headphones, watch, or any other Bluetooth-enabled device. Our advanced algorithms keep continuous track of your devices, so you’ll always stay connected and never lose them again! KEY FEATURES • Device Radar: Instantly view all nearby devices in real-time. • Distance Meter: Measure your proximity to a device on a 100-point scale, guiding you directly to your lost item. • Broad Compatibility: Works with a wide range of Bluetooth devices, including wireless earphones, portable speakers, fitness trackers, and more. • Live Map Location: Access precise, live location updates to easily pinpoint your lost device. • Alerts on Proximity: Receive sound and vibration alerts when your device is nearby. • Favorite Devices: Pin your most-used devices to the top for faster access and improved tracking efficiency. HOW IT WORKS • Open Device Tracker to start scanning. • The app will automatically detect nearby Bluetooth devices. • Walk around and observe the distance score to locate your device. • When you’re close, Device Tracker will alert you with a sound, letting you know your device is within reach. • Success! You’ve found your lost device. END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA) Read our full end-user license agreement here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Choose from the following auto-renewable subscription options: • $4.99 per week • $19.99 per year Subscriptions renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions and disable auto-renewal anytime in Account Settings. Please note, any unused portion of a free trial (if offered) is forfeited once a subscription is purchased. CONNECT WITH US Questions or feedback? We’d love to hear from you! Visit our website at https://devicetracker.app.

Screenshots

Samsung Galaxy Buds4 screens
Device Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Device Tracker at 4.7 against Samsung Galaxy Buds's 1.8. Device Tracker also leads on ratings volume (37K vs 6K) and review sentiment (25% vs 15%). Samsung Galaxy Buds's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Device Tracker sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Samsung Galaxy Buds asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Device Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Tracker has 37K ratings behind it against 6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Samsung Galaxy Buds's written reviews are positive against 25% of Device Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds ships an update every 3 weeks, Device Tracker every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Samsung Galaxy Buds versus Device Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamsung Galaxy BudsDevice Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (6K ratings)4.7 (37K ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.2% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6K37K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size115 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSamsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Find My Device LLC

Customer experience

Samsung Galaxy Buds

All ratings6,009 ratings
Positive16.1%
Neutral4.5%
Negative79.5%
Written reviews729 reviews
Positive15.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative79.4%

Device Tracker

All ratings36,913 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews384 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral2.6%
Negative72.4%

User reviews

Samsung Galaxy Buds

From 6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well
  • 👍 Excellent functionality
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 💡 Customizable touch controls
  • 👍 Ambient sound mode

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Battery life problems
  • 🚫 Not compatible with older Galaxy Buds
  • 🚫 Not compatible with iPads
  • 🚫 Lack of support for newer Galaxy Buds models

Device Tracker

From 37K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helpful in finding lost devices
  • 👍 Accurate location tracking
  • 🔒 Provides security features

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription required for full functionality
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔍 Limited free version capabilities

Bugs and requests

Samsung Galaxy Buds

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App unable to detect connected earbuds
  • Earbuds not playing audio when connected through app
  • Earbuds randomly disconnecting

Requested features

4 requests
  • Custom EQ settings
  • Support for more Galaxy Buds models
  • Improved iPad compatibility
  • Gaming mode for reduced latency

Device Tracker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Devices not detected despite being nearby
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel
  • Misleading app description

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to track individual devices without subscription
  • Improved accuracy and range for device detection
  • Ability to track devices even when in case

In-app purchases

None

Samsung Galaxy Buds

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Device Tracker

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription with Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription with Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Purchase$29.99
  • Lifetime Purchase$39.99

Questions

Is Samsung Galaxy Buds free?
Samsung Galaxy Buds is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Device Tracker free?
Device Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Samsung Galaxy Buds or Device Tracker?
Device Tracker is rated higher. Samsung Galaxy Buds averages 1.8 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Device Tracker averages 4.7 from 37K ratings.
Do Samsung Galaxy Buds or Device Tracker have ads?
Neither Samsung Galaxy Buds nor Device Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samsung Galaxy Buds or Device Tracker?
Samsung Galaxy Buds ships an update every 3 weeks, and Device Tracker every 6 weeks. Most recently, Samsung Galaxy Buds was updated on October 25, 2026 and Device Tracker on October 25, 2026.

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