Comparison

Downology vs DStation Remote

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

Head to head
About

Downology

Remotely initiate downloads on your Synology NAS with this straightforward utility. It offers a clean, ad-free experience with no account required, focusing solely on efficient download management. Supports custom URL schemes for integration with personal services.

Highlights
  • Remote download initiation
  • Synology NAS support
  • Ad-free experience
  • No account required
  • Custom URL scheme support
Features
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Downology is a fast, native client for Download Station on your Synology NAS. Queue a download from anywhere, keep an eye on what is running, and never open DSM in a browser again. ADD A DOWNLOAD IN SECONDS • Paste a link, a magnet, or open a .torrent file • Share from Safari or any other app — Downology appears in the share sheet • Browse your NAS to choose the destination folder, or create a new one on the spot • For torrents, pick exactly which files you want before the download starts • Protected links supported, with username, password and archive extraction password STAY IN CONTROL • Live list of every task with status, progress bar and current speed • Pause, resume or remove a task — or pause, resume and clear them all at once • Sort and filter the queue the way you think about it • Task details: files with per-file priority, trackers, and connected peers • Auto-refresh keeps the list current while you watch TUNE YOUR SERVER • BitTorrent upload and download limits • Download schedule • FTP/HTTP and NZB limits • Default destination folder • Storage usage per volume, at a glance CONNECT THE WAY YOU ALREADY DO • QuickConnect ID, hostname or IP address • Separate local address, so the app switches between home and outside automatically • HTTPS • Two-factor authentication • Face ID lock on the app Built entirely in SwiftUI, and translated into English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Korean and Simplified Chinese. Downology needs a Synology NAS with the Download Station package installed. It is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Synology Inc.

About

DStation Remote

Manage and monitor your Synology NAS Download Station tasks remotely. This app offers full control over downloads, including adding, pausing, and managing files, with secure login and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Secure encrypted login storage
  • QuickConnect and SSL/2FA support
  • Full task management (start, pause, delete)
  • Effortless new task addition
  • Task file management
  • Priority selection for tasks and files
  • Share menu integration for adding tasks
Features
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DStation Remote is the ultimate mobile client for managing and monitoring tasks on your Synology NAS using Download Station. Take full control of your tasks with a fast, reliable, and user-friendly interface. Key Features: • Your login credentials are fully encrypted and stored securely on your device. We never share or transmit your login details. • QuickConnect Support: Seamlessly connect to your Synology NAS locally or remotely with full SSL and 2FA authentication. • Full Task Management: Start, pause, resume, delete, and clear your tasks with ease. • Simply Add New Tasks Effortlessly. • Task File Management: Select and manage individual files within your tasks for better control. • Priority Selection: Set priority levels for tasks and files to optimize downloads. • New Share Integration: Add files directly as tasks from other apps using the share menu. • Folder Selection: Choose specific folders on your NAS to save tasks exactly where you need them. • Clean and Intuitive Design: Enjoy a smooth, hassle-free experience with a focus on usability. Why Choose DStation Remote? Built specifically for Synology users, DStation Remote offers an efficient and secure solution for managing Download Station tasks. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can keep your tasks organized and under control. Requirements: • Synology NAS with DSM 7.0+ and Download Station installed. • Proper network setup to allow remote access. DStation Remote – the Best & Fast NAS Task Manager for your Synology Download Station!

Screenshots

Downology4 screens
DStation Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Downology at 3.7 against DStation Remote's 3.0. Downology also leads on ratings volume (19 vs 2). DStation Remote's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 36%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, 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. Downology sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DStation Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Downology holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Downology has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of Downology's written reviews are positive against 75% of DStation Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Downology ships an update weekly, DStation Remote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and June 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Downology versus DStation Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDownologyDStation Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (19 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better2
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.612.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB73 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMeweyPavlo Stovpivskyi

Customer experience

Downology

All ratings19 ratings
Positive73.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.3%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative58.6%

DStation Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Downology

One-time1
  • Tip Me$0.99
None

DStation Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Downology free?
Downology is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DStation Remote free?
DStation Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Downology or DStation Remote?
Downology is rated higher. Downology averages 3.7 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while DStation Remote averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Downology or DStation Remote have ads?
Neither Downology nor DStation Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Downology or DStation Remote?
Downology ships an update weekly, and DStation Remote every 3 days. Most recently, Downology was updated on September 21, 2026 and DStation Remote on June 7, 2026.

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