Comparison

Server Manager vs NASDL Manager

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

Head to head
About

Server Manager

Manage your FileMaker Servers with ease. This app offers iCloud sync, Siri integration, and a dashboard for quick overviews. Perform database actions, manage clients, and configure schedules efficiently.

Highlights
  • iCloud Sync across devices
  • Siri integration for server info
  • Dashboard with status overview
  • Database actions (open, close, delete)
  • Client management and messaging
  • Schedule creation and monitoring
  • 2FA and Claris ID support
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ServerManager brings FileMaker Server admin to your iPhone and iPad — fully native, beautifully designed, and automation-ready. Monitor databases, manage clients, run schedules, and put routine checks on autopilot with Shortcuts. The same app runs on Mac, where AI tools can connect directly. FREE TIER Start with a single FileMaker server at no cost: - Connect to FileMaker Server 2020, 2021, 2025, or FileMaker Cloud - Live dashboard with server stats, clients, and databases - Monitor schedules as they run - Biometric sign-in with Face ID / Touch ID - Sync across your devices via iCloud Keychain PREMIUM — Subscribe to unlock - Unlimited servers. Add and organize every server you manage, from a client's dev box to your production stack. - Shortcuts & App Intents. 13+ modern intents for servers, databases, clients, and schedules. Build "morning status check" workflows that run from your Home Screen, Siri, or a Focus trigger. - Full server settings editing. General, Folders, Notifications, SSL, Data API, OData, ODBC/JDBC, WPE, CWP, plugins, external auth, licensing, restrict access — every knob the Admin Console exposes, redesigned for touch. - AI integration. Let Claude, Codex, Gemini, and other MCP-compatible AI tools query your servers and databases directly. The MCP bridge runs on your Mac; your iPhone sees the live activity log, approval state, and audit trail. - AI activity log. Every AI tool call — protocol, database, account, outcome — is recorded, filterable, and syncs across your devices via iCloud. - Per-server access control. Choose which servers Shortcuts and AI can touch, with optional biometric gates on destructive actions. DESIGNED FOR APPLE - Native SwiftUI — iPhone, iPad, and Mac - iCloud Keychain syncs servers and credentials across your devices - Biometric gates where it counts - Siri Shortcuts and App Intents throughout - Universal purchase — download on iPhone, iPad, or Mac with a single buy WORKS WITH - FileMaker Server 20, 21, and 22 (2025) - FileMaker Cloud - Any MCP-compatible AI client PRIVACY Your credentials live in Keychain and never leave your devices. The MCP server (when running on Mac) binds to localhost only — AI tools on the same Mac can reach it, nothing on your network can. Every AI action lands in the activity log.

About

NASDL Manager

Manage your Synology NAS downloads and system activity efficiently from your mobile device. Monitor download progress, access NAS settings, and view system information with this third-party client.

Highlights
  • List NAS downloads
  • Detailed download info
  • Open links via Share menu
  • Add/remove downloads
  • Sort and filter downloads
  • Change download properties
  • View NAS system info
  • Manage Download Station settings
Features
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This mobile application is designed by a long-time Synology user for fellow Synology enthusiasts, providing an efficient way to manage DS tasks and monitor activity on Synology NAS devices. This app is an independent third-party client and is not affiliated with Synology Inc. Key features are: • Presenting a list of NAS downloads • Display detailed information on each download process • Open links from Safari using Share menu • Open magnet links from any browser • Easy to add or remove downloads • Sort and filter downloads • Change downloads' properties • Display detailed system information for the NAS itself and VPN connection status (Admin rights for account required) • Display and change the key settings of Download Station application • Access to the NAS using the DDNS service (whitelisted IP-address required) • Access to the NAS using QuickConnect • Two-factor authentication supported • Search • RSS • Visual representation of the available disk space on your NAS (Admin and File Station access rights for the account required) • Connection history with the option of iCloud synchronization across all user devices • Widgets What user rights are required for use: • Access to Download Station – required • Access to File Station – optional, to select the download folder and get the info about storage system. Please note that the user must have the default download folder set, otherwise tasks will not be added. You can set the default folder from the application in the Download Station settings (if you have access to File Station), or through the web version of Download Station in the settings. • Administrator rights – optional. If the user has administrator rights, access to NAS system information such as VPN connection status, disk information, etc. will be available. In addition, a user without administrator rights can only see their own downloads. Downloads created by other users will not be displayed All personal data is securely stored in the Keychain (iPhone, iCloud). No data of any kind, including anonymized data, is collected. Synology NAS with DSM version 6.0+ and Download Station installed are required. Some features may only be available for Download Station version 4.0 or later. Please direct any comments or suggestions to support@joinersoft.app. We appreciate your support and cooperation in advance! Disclaimer: This application does not host, provide, or promote any downloadable content or links. Support for custom URL schemes and external connections is provided solely to allow users to manage their own systems, such as personal NAS devices. All use of the application must comply with applicable laws and remains the sole responsibility of the user. By downloading the application, you accept the Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Server Manager4 screens
NASDL Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NASDL Manager at 95% against Server Manager's 43%. NASDL Manager also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (124 vs 1). Server Manager's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Server Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and NASDL Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NASDL Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NASDL Manager has 124 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Server Manager's written reviews are positive against 95% of NASDL Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Server Manager ships an update weekly, NASDL Manager monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Server Manager versus NASDL Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterServer ManagerNASDL Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (124 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews94.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1124 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonolithic AppsGrigory Stolyarov

Customer experience

Server Manager

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

NASDL Manager

All ratings124 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews471 reviews
Positive94.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.6%

Bugs and requests

Server Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NASDL Manager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login screen freezes or shows 'Permission denied' error
  • Incompatible with some Synology NAS models or DSM versions
  • Crashes or connection issues after recent updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to select download folder before starting
  • Ability to add multiple downloads at once
  • iPad version or Mac app
  • Integrate with built-in Synology Download Station search

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Server Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Standard Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Standard Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
2 purchases

NASDL Manager

Subscriptions1
  • Sponsored Version (1 year)$3.491 Year
One-time1
  • Sponsored Version (Lifetime)$8.49

Questions

Is Server Manager free?
Server Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NASDL Manager free?
NASDL Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Server Manager or NASDL Manager?
NASDL Manager is rated higher. Server Manager averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NASDL Manager averages 4.7 from 124 ratings.
Do Server Manager or NASDL Manager have ads?
Neither Server Manager nor NASDL Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Server Manager or NASDL Manager?
Server Manager ships an update weekly, and NASDL Manager monthly. Most recently, Server Manager was updated on June 8, 2026 and NASDL Manager on September 22, 2026.

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