# Device Settings vs ReVu DVR

The clearest difference is rating: ReVu DVR at 5.0 against Device Settings's 4.1. ReVu DVR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). Device Settings's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 2) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Settings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ReVu DVR asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReVu DVR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Settings has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Device Settings ships an update every 4 weeks, ReVu DVR every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Device Settings | ReVu DVR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/revu-dvr/id1664553575/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 54.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426) | [Gentex](https://appshunter.io/developer/1102561666) |

## What reviewers say

### Device Settings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382)

Access and manage your device's information, settings, and performance from a single, intuitive interface. Monitor battery, storage, and network status, and utilize helpful tools for troubleshooting and optimization.

**Highlights:** Device information (model, version, UUID), Battery and storage monitoring, Network insights (Wi-Fi, IP, signal), Quick access to essential settings, System performance data, Digital compass and flashlight

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail | $1.99 | per month |
| oneyear_subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| One time purchase | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 👍 Good customer service
- 👍 Basic device information display
- 👍 Easy to use workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization and paywalls
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- ❌ Duplicates phone's built-in settings
- 🚫 Intrusive pop-ups and ads
- ⚠️ Billing without clear consent

**Reported bugs**

- App won't load (displays blue screen)
- Settings instructions not executing properly
- Incorrect phone model and iOS version detection
- Full-screen advertisements blocking content
- Pop-ups persist even after watching ads

**Requested features**

- Better explanation of DNS settings
- More useful additional information beyond standard settings
- Improved security features for WiFi
- Free version with full functionality


### ReVu DVR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/revu-dvr/id1664553575)

This app connects to compatible mirror-integrated dashcam systems in vehicles. It allows drivers to organize, view, and download recorded footage, access GPS mapping, and receive alerts for parked vehicle impacts.

**Highlights:** Organize, view, and download footage, GPS mapping for recorded media, View front and rearward facing video, Parked vehicle impact alerts, Modify dash cam settings, Wi-Fi communication

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Device Settings free?

Device Settings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ReVu DVR free?

ReVu DVR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Device Settings or ReVu DVR?

ReVu DVR is rated higher. Device Settings averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while ReVu DVR averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Device Settings or ReVu DVR have ads?

Device Settings shows ads; ReVu DVR does not.

### Which is updated more often, Device Settings or ReVu DVR?

Device Settings ships an update every 4 weeks, and ReVu DVR every 2 months. Most recently, Device Settings was updated on October 13, 2026 and ReVu DVR on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*