Comparison

D'AGOSTINO DSM vs Stylus Tracker

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

Head to head

★ 4.04 ratingsView app →

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

Stylus Tracker

This app helps vinyl enthusiasts track their turntable stylus lifespan to maintain optimal sound quality and protect their record collection. Log listening sessions, view history, and know exactly when to replace your stylus to prevent damage and ensure perfect playback.

Highlights

Log listening sessions
Track accumulated stylus hours
View and edit listening history
Prevent accidental date changes
Vinyl-inspired design

Features

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Stylus Tracker is the essential app for serious vinyl collectors who want to maintain optimal sound quality and protect their precious record collection. This elegant, intuitive tracker helps you monitor the lifespan of your turntable stylus to ensure perfect playback every time. FEATURES Simple Hour Tracking: Easily log listening sessions with just a few taps Beautiful Vinyl-Inspired Design: Enjoy a sleek interface that celebrates vinyl culture Detailed History: View and edit your complete listening history by date Running Total: Keep track of accumulated hours on your current stylus Date Locking: Prevent accidental changes to your tracking start date WHY TRACK YOUR STYLUS? Most styli have a recommended lifespan between 500-1000 hours of play. Using a worn stylus can permanently damage your vinyl collection and compromise sound quality. Stylus Tracker helps you know exactly when it's time for a replacement. Perfect for audiophiles, vinyl collectors, and anyone who values their analog music experience. Keep your records sounding their best with Stylus Tracker – where precision meets passion. "For the love of vinyl, track your stylus."

Screenshots

D'AGOSTINO DSM4 screens

Stylus Tracker3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: D'AGOSTINO DSM at Free against Stylus Tracker's $3.99. D'AGOSTINO DSM also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). On 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

D'AGOSTINO DSM is free to download; Stylus Tracker costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

D'AGOSTINO DSM ships an update every 4 months, Stylus Tracker every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level

D'AGOSTINO DSM versus Stylus Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	D'AGOSTINO DSM	Stylus Tracker
Price	Free — better	$3.99
Rating	—	4.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews	—	33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings	—	4 — better
Update frequency	Every 4 months — better	Every 8 months
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	—	Paid
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better	iPhone, iPad
Requires iOS	13.0 — better	18.2
Further details — not scored
Size	87 MB	4 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	Dan D'agostino Master Audio Systems	Rick DeCost

In-app purchases

None

D'AGOSTINO DSM

No in-app purchases

None

Stylus Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is D'AGOSTINO DSM free?

D'AGOSTINO DSM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is Stylus Tracker free?

Stylus Tracker costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

Do D'AGOSTINO DSM or Stylus Tracker have ads?

Neither D'AGOSTINO DSM nor Stylus Tracker shows ads.

Which is updated more often, D'AGOSTINO DSM or Stylus Tracker?

D'AGOSTINO DSM ships an update every 4 months, and Stylus Tracker every 8 months. Most recently, D'AGOSTINO DSM was updated on October 25, 2026 and Stylus Tracker on October 24, 2026.