Comparison

D'AGOSTINO DSM vs PS Connect

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

Head to head
About

D'AGOSTINO DSM

Features
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The D'AGOSTINO DSM App provides complete unit control and music management. Unit Control Power, Volume, Input Selection, Balance, Phase, and Dark Mode. Inputs Analog 2 RCA, 1 with optional phono module 4 XLR, 1 with home theater bypass Digital USB. Coaxial, Optical Network/Control RJ45 WiFi RS-232 12V trigger in/out Connectivity: DLNA/UPnP, Spotify Connect and ROON. Audio Decoding: FLAC, Apple Lossless, AAC, AIFF, MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, Monkey’s. MQA(Master Quality Authenticated) Support: MQA Decoding & Unfolding up to 4x (192kHz) audio out via I2S. Integrated Internet Streaming Music: Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer and vTuner. Users use the Spotify App for Spotify Connect, and other music services are integrated into the Progression Integrated app. Cloud server integrated into the app: OneDrive and Dropbox Supports native DSD64 and DoP64 and 24bit/192KHz PCM audio input.

About

PS Connect

Stream music to your Strata Amplifier from various providers or your home network. Control volume and view track information directly from your mobile device. Enjoy a high-definition audio experience with seamless integration.

Highlights
  • Stream music from multiple providers
  • Access music from home network
  • Control volume remotely
  • Display track information
  • Seamless amplifier integration
  • Save favorite songs and playlists
Features
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Transform the Strata Amplifier into a streaming platform using your mobile device or tablet. Access your favorite providers, such as Tidal, Spotify and more; or stream music from your home network or mobile device. Control volume from either your smart device or the Stellar Strata Amplifier. INTEGRATE Integrate your Stellar Strata Amplifier with popular music streaming services such as Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, iHeartRadio and more. Access music across your network or directly from your mobile device. Save your favorite songs, playlists or radio stations. ORCHESTRATE Seamless integration allows PS Connect to work with your Stellar Strata Amplifier. Display track information on the amplifier, control volume from either the Strata Amplifier or your mobile device and take calls without interrupting your music. HARMONIZE Strata's fully balanced analog preamplifier circuitry, state-of-the-art DAC and Analog Cell™ based power amplifier fully complements the no compromise high-definition streamer to create an extraordinarily rich, full-bodied musical experience few products can match. PS Connect and Stellar Strata combine for the perfect foundation for those unwilling to compromise sound quality. Rich. Lush. Powerful.

Screenshots

D'AGOSTINO DSM4 screens
PS Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PS Connect at 10.0 against D'AGOSTINO DSM's 13.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
D'AGOSTINO DSM versus PS Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterD'AGOSTINO DSMPS Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB148 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDan D'agostino Master Audio SystemsPS Audio, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

D'AGOSTINO DSM

No in-app purchases

None

PS Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is D'AGOSTINO DSM free?
D'AGOSTINO DSM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PS Connect free?
PS Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do D'AGOSTINO DSM or PS Connect have ads?
Neither D'AGOSTINO DSM nor PS Connect shows ads.

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