Comparison

FS Connected Home vs Virtual Task Runner (Windows)

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

Head to head
About

FS Connected Home

Features
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Requires a compatible router/home gateway with DF Data connected home security inside. DF Data connected home security in your router/home gateway protects all internet-connected devices in your connected home, from desktop computers and phones to smart TVs, gaming consoles and baby monitors against cyber attacks. The easy-to-use Connected Home app enables you to manage your connected home security.

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Virtual Task Runner (Windows)

Features
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Virtual Task Runner provides mobile access to Windows Task Scheduler, enabling users to monitor and execute scheduled tasks directly from their iOS devices. With this app, Windows server administrators and IT professionals can remotely view, filter, and initiate tasks without needing desktop access. Key features include: Remote Windows Task Access: Easily view and run tasks from your Windows Task Scheduler, providing flexibility for on-the-go access. Secure Connection: Virtual Task Runner connects to your Windows Server through a secure Web API, protected by access keys over HTTPS. Customizable Task Visibility: Administrators can set filters to control which tasks appear in the app, ensuring tailored access. Limited Permissions: The app is intentionally designed to allow task viewing and running only โ€” no editing, deleting, or changes are permitted, ensuring tasks stay as configured on the server. Detailed Auditing: All activity between mobile devices and the server is logged, allowing administrators to review connection history and actions in a secure SQLite database when you host (we have no access to this data). Privacy-Focused: Known Keep values user privacy, with no tracking or monitoring of individual task usage, protecting both user and company data. Task Filtering: Users can quickly filter tasks by status, such as successful, failed, or currently running, making it easy to locate specific tasks. Virtual Task Runner is the ideal solution for anyone seeking secure, remote management of Windows Task Scheduler on iOS, bridging the gap between mobile convenience and robust task management.

Screenshots

FS Connected Home4 screens
Virtual Task Runner (Windows)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Virtual Task Runner (Windows) at none against FS Connected Home's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
FS Connected Home versus Virtual Task Runner (Windows): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFS Connected HomeVirtual Task Runner (Windows)
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsโ€”
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS16.015.1 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size61 MB55 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDF-Data OyKnown Keep LLC

In-app purchases

None

FS Connected Home

No in-app purchases

None

Virtual Task Runner (Windows)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FS Connected Home free?
FS Connected Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Virtual Task Runner (Windows) free?
Virtual Task Runner (Windows) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FS Connected Home or Virtual Task Runner (Windows) have ads?
FS Connected Home shows ads; Virtual Task Runner (Windows) does not.

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