WebAccess i vs DR Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WebAccess i
Access your Buffalo NAS device remotely to stream, download, and upload files. Share content with others and configure your NAS settings securely from your iOS device. Supports various LinkStation, TeraStation, and AirStation models.
- Remote file streaming
- File download to mobile
- File upload to NAS
- Secure file sharing
- SSL encrypted communication
- NAS configuration from mobile
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WebAccess gives you easy access to your Buffalo NAS device from anywhere. Access terabytes of storage directly from your iOS device! Features: • File streaming: play terabytes of image, video, and audio files from anywhere, anytime. • File download: save files onto your mobile device from your Buffalo NAS device. Before a long flight, download video and audio files and enjoy them in the air. • File upload: upload files, such as image, video, and audio files, to your Buffalo NAS device so you don’t have to worry about using up storage on your mobile device. • File sharing: easily share files from your Buffalo NAS device with your friends and family. • SSL support: encrypted communication ensures confidentiality and message integrity. • WebAccess configuration: set up WebAccess directly from your mobile device, without needing a computer. • Settings access: open Settings, the interface from you can configure the NAS device. Supported models: ○ LinkStation • LS200 series • LS500 series • LS700 series ○ TeraStation • TS3010 series • TS3020 series (including TeraStation Essentials 2019 models) • TS3030 series (including TeraStation Essentials 2025 models) • TS5010 series • TS5020 series • TS6000 series • TS7010 series ○ AirStation • WXR-6000AX12 • WTR-M2133HS • WXR-5950AX12 Notes: • Some NAS icons are not available in the app, but you can still access files and data from the NAS. • Thumbnails and backups are not available if you register any AirStation devices.
DR Controller
Manage and configure your RECBOX device directly from your smartphone or tablet. Control server settings, manage downloaded content, and initiate content transfers from compatible devices.
- RECBOX basic settings
- Digital Rack configuration
- Content management and deletion
- Content downloading
- Automatic download setup
- Detailed RECBOX settings
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◆ スマホでRECBOXの設定ができる!「DR Controller」 DR ControllerはRECBOXの設定アプリです。 RECBOXの基本設定はもちろん、ダビングされたコンテンツの管理や削除、対応機器からのダビング操作などができます。 スマホやタブレットで使いやすいインターフェイスです。 -------------------------- ■「DR Controller」の主な機能 -------------------------- RECBOXと同じネットワーク内であれば、「DR Controller」一つでRECBOXの設定がすべてできます。 ・サーバーの基本設定 RECBOXの基本的な設定が行えます。サーバーの起動・停止などができます。 ・デジタルラックの基本設定 (HVL-DRシリーズのみ対応) 宅内のサーバー機器が公開するコンテンツ情報を収集し、中継配信するサーバーです。 起動・停止や収集対象の選択等ができます。 ・コンテンツの管理 ダウンロード済みの番組の確認や削除、ネットワーク転送などが行えます。 長い番組タイトルを好きな名前に変更したり、データを圧縮して容量を節約することができます。 ・ダウンロード 対応機器から録画番組をRECBOXへダウンロードすることができます。 ・自動ダウンロード設定 対応機器から自動ダウンロード(自動ダビング)するための機器登録や設定が行えます。 ・各種設定 RECBOXの詳細設定が行えます。 -------------------------- ■ 対象機器 -------------------------- HVL-DRシリーズ HVL-RSシリーズ HVL-LSシリーズ ※各製品の詳細は、アイ・オー・データ機器のホームページをご参照ください。 -------------------------- ■ 対応機器 -------------------------- iOSとiPadOS 端末にインストールできます。 ※ 動作確認済み機器は、アイ・オー・データ機器のホームページをご確認ください。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: WebAccess i at every 5 months against DR Controller's every 20 months. WebAccess i also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 5%). DR Controller's advantage is iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
WebAccess i ships an update every 5 months, DR Controller every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WebAccess i | DR Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (74 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews — better | 5.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 74 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months — better | Every 20 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BUFFALO INC. | I-O DATA, INC. |
Customer experience
WebAccess i
DR Controller
Bugs and requests
WebAccess i
Reported bugs
3 issues- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Auto-upload feature not working
- Inability to browse folders with large number of files
Requested features
5 requests- Support for additional video/audio formats
- Ability to upload multiple files
- Integration with cloud storage services
- Playlist management for music playback
- Improved remote access and file management
DR Controller
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
WebAccess i
No in-app purchases
DR Controller
No in-app purchases






