Comparison

Plex Dash vs DSPhoto Backup

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

Head to head
About

Plex Dash

Monitor your Plex Media Server in real-time. Track streams, DVR recordings, and server resources with detailed graphs. Manage media artwork and refresh libraries directly from your device.

Highlights
  • Real-time playback status
  • DVR recording monitoring
  • Bandwidth and resource graphs
  • Top media and user history
  • Artwork management
  • Library refresh
  • Server log inspection
Features
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** You'll need a Plex Media Server and an active Plex Pass to use this app ** ** From the same people who brought you the Plex app ** ** PS - If you’re new to Plex, download the Plex app first ** Pop quiz, hotshot: how many streams is your Plex Media Server dishing out RIGHT NOW? What’s your most-watched movie in the past month? Is that CPU you picked up from a sketchy eBay vendor up to the task? More importantly, are you sure that’s the best poster for Speed (1994)? Plex Dash is a tool created by obsessive Plex Media Server admins for obsessive Plex Media Server admins. Get real-time status of playbacks, DVR recordings, Sync conversions, and more. Monitor bandwidth and server resources with sexy graphs. Dig deeper and learn about top items or individual user history. Fix up artwork. Refresh libraries. Inspect nerdy media details. If it all goes south, check out the raw server logs. MASTER YOUR MEDIAVERSE Who’s streaming what right now? Plex Dash answers in spades. Gorgeous Now Playing tiles keep you apprised of all the latest shenanigans, across all of your servers. Put that giant iPad to great use by duct-taping it to the wall (landscape, duh); lean back, pet your hairless cat, and keep an eye on your empire. DIVE UNDER THE HOOD Server up to something? DVR recording? Media Optimizer doing its… optimizing? You get a chonky lightning bolt to make sure this doesn’t go unnoticed. ONE-HANDED CURATION Browse and change artwork from the palm of your hand while checking out at your local co-op. It’s like that other swipey app, but with less risk of disease.

About

DSPhoto Backup

Securely back up your photos and videos to your Synology NAS with end-to-end encryption. Manage your NAS files, free up local storage by identifying large or duplicate media, and enjoy automatic background syncing. This app offers a private and efficient solution for your digital memories.

Highlights
  • Automatic photo and video backup
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Local storage cleaner
  • Browse and manage NAS files
  • Smart background sync
  • Duplicate detection
  • EXIF and GPS data preservation
Features
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Automatically back up all your photos and videos to your Synology NAS. DSPhoto Backup is the complete solution to secure your memories on your DiskStation while managing and freeing up local storage. SECURE & PRIVATE BACKUP • End-to-end encryption for your credentials • Your data never leaves your device • No tracking, no ads, complete privacy guaranteed • Works on local network & remotely via QuickConnect • SSL/TLS encryption & 2FA authentication support AUTOMATIC PHOTO & VIDEO BACKUP • Smart background backup without user action • Compatible with DSM 6.0 & DSM 7.0+ • All formats supported: HEIC, RAW, JPEG, MP4, MOV • Preserves EXIF metadata & GPS location data • Keeps original file names and capture dates • Intelligent duplicate detection • Advanced filtering by date, size, and album • Detailed backup history with task tracking BROWSE & MANAGE NAS FILES • Navigate through your Synology DiskStation files • Preview photos, videos, and documents directly • Download files from your NAS to iPhone • Upload any files from your device • Multi-selection and batch operations • Search and organize your NAS content ON-DEVICE CLEANER • Identify large photos and videos consuming space • Detect and remove similar and duplicate photos • Find screenshots and optimize library • Clean contacts, events, and reminders • Battery optimization tips and guides • Free up iPhone storage after backup • "Already backed up" section to free up space safely EASY TO USE • Quick setup in minutes — no technical knowledge required • Monitor backups with iOS widgets & Live Activities • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing • Background notifications for status updates • Intuitive interface for all features FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY • QuickConnect: connect from anywhere • Direct IP/Host connection • Custom DDNS support • Automatic reconnection after network issues Perfect alternative to Google Photos or iCloud if you own a Synology NAS or DiskStation. Keep full control of your photo library and manage your device storage efficiently. Works seamlessly with DS File, DS Photo, and other Synology mobile apps. Made by the Synology community for Synology users. Need help? Any suggestion or feature request for the app? Email me at contact@dsphotobackup.app! --- Some features require DSPhoto Backup Pro: monthly or yearly subscription, or lifetime purchase. Free trial available. Family Sharing included. DSPhoto Backup is not affiliated with Synology Inc. Terms: https://dsphotobackup.app/resources/terms.html

Screenshots

Plex Dash4 screens
DSPhoto Backup4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plex Dash at none against DSPhoto Backup's 5. Plex Dash also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 58%) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 382). DSPhoto Backup's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, rating, ads 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. DSPhoto Backup sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Plex Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Plex Dash against 4.7 for DSPhoto Backup. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plex Dash has 2.2K ratings behind it against 382, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Plex Dash's written reviews are positive against 58% of DSPhoto Backup's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plex Dash ships an update monthly, DSPhoto Backup every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Plex Dash versus DSPhoto Backup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlex DashDSPhoto Backup
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.2K ratings)4.7 (382 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews — better57.5% of reviews
Number of ratings2.2K — better382
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlex Inc.Thomas Le gravier

Customer experience

Plex Dash

All ratings2,151 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews592 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral5.7%
Negative13.0%

DSPhoto Backup

All ratings382 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive57.5%
Neutral4.1%
Negative38.4%

Bugs and requests

Plex Dash

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Difficulty connecting to server or finding servers
  • Crashes when viewing server graphs
  • Inaccurate or incomplete playback history

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add ability to manage users and permissions
  • Integrate more server administration functions
  • Improve library browsing and media details
  • Provide more detailed playback statistics
  • Add support for GPU monitoring
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  • Allow remote server control and updates

DSPhoto Backup

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Plex Dash

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

DSPhoto Backup

Subscriptions4
  • Pro version - Month$2.991 Month
  • Pro version - Month$3.991 Month
  • Pro version - Year7 Days trial$12.991 Year
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  • Pro version - Year7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro version - Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is Plex Dash free?
Plex Dash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DSPhoto Backup free?
DSPhoto Backup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Plex Dash or DSPhoto Backup?
DSPhoto Backup is rated higher. Plex Dash averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while DSPhoto Backup averages 4.7 from 382 ratings.
Do Plex Dash or DSPhoto Backup have ads?
Neither Plex Dash nor DSPhoto Backup shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Plex Dash or DSPhoto Backup?
Plex Dash ships an update monthly, and DSPhoto Backup every 2 weeks. Most recently, Plex Dash was updated on October 21, 2026 and DSPhoto Backup on October 18, 2026.

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