Comparison

NASDL Manager vs DS Downld

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

Head to head
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/

About

DS Downld

Features
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DS Downld is a fast, native companion for Synology Download Station. Connect to your own Synology NAS and manage your downloads from iPhone, iPad, and Mac — without opening the web interface. Built for the people who already run a Synology: add a link, keep an eye on progress, and tidy up your queue from anywhere. WHAT YOU CAN DO • See every task at a glance — live progress, download/upload speeds, and status. • Add downloads by pasting a magnet or HTTP/FTP link, or by opening a .torrent file. • Pause, resume, and remove tasks — one at a time or in bulk. • Open a task for full details: size, destination, transfer stats, and peers. • Search using the search modules you've configured in Download Station, and queue a result in a tap. • Pick a destination folder by browsing your NAS shares. • Adjust BT transfer limits and see system info like model, DSM version, and temperature. GREAT FOR • Linux distributions and other large open-source images. • Public-domain and Creative-Commons media. • Your own backups, software updates, and personal files. Only add content you own or are authorized to download. NATIVE ON EVERY DEVICE • iPhone & iPad: a clean tabbed app with light and dark themes. • Mac: a proper menu-bar app plus a sidebar window — and it can open magnet links and .torrent files straight from your browser and Finder. • Quick "Recent Connections" so you can hop between servers (passwords stored securely in the Keychain). CONNECT YOUR WAY • On your local network by IP or hostname. • Remotely via DDNS or QuickConnect. • Two-factor authentication supported. PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No account to create. Your server address, credentials, and downloads stay on your NAS and your device — passwords live in the iOS/macOS Keychain. • Only anonymous, aggregate usage analytics are collected to improve the app. No tracking, no advertising identifiers, no personal data. REQUIREMENTS • A Synology NAS running DSM 7 with the Download Station package installed and enabled. • A Download Station user account. DS Downld is an independent, third-party app. It is not made by, affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by Synology Inc. "Synology", "DSM", and "Download Station" are trademarks of Synology Inc., used here only to describe compatibility.

Screenshots

NASDL Manager4 screens
DS Downld4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NASDL Manager at Free against DS Downld's $1.99. DS Downld's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

NASDL Manager is free to download; DS Downld costs $1.99 up front. NASDL Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per year. DS Downld asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NASDL Manager versus DS Downld: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNASDL ManagerDS Downld
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.7 (132 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings132 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrigory StolyarovStoprocent

Bugs and 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

DS Downld

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NASDL Manager

Subscriptions1
  • Sponsored Version (1 year)$3.491 Year
One-time1
  • Sponsored Version (Lifetime)$8.49
None

DS Downld

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NASDL Manager free?
NASDL Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DS Downld free?
DS Downld costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do NASDL Manager or DS Downld have ads?
Neither NASDL Manager nor DS Downld shows ads.

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