Amber AlertGPS vs Device Settings
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Amber AlertGPS
This app allows caregivers to monitor a user's location, receive alerts for registered sex offender proximity, and manage emergency contacts and user permissions. It provides peace of mind through location tracking and safety features.
- Real-time location monitoring
- Sex offender proximity alerts
- SOS emergency contact management
- User permission management
- Device calling functionality
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Using the Amber AlertGPS Companion App, caregivers can: (i) monitor the carrier’s location throughout the day, (ii) see when their carrier is near the home of a registered sex offender, (iii) call their device, (iv) change the SOS Emergency Contact number (the number that the device calls when the carrier presses the SOS button), (v) add and delete new users, and (vi) assign users the desired permissions.
Device Settings
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.
- 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
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Take Full Control of Your iOS Device with My Device Settings My Device Settings gives you quick access to key device information, powerful tools, and essential settings, all in one place. Designed for a simple and intuitive experience, the app helps you understand, monitor, and optimize your iPhone or iPad. Get the information you need View important device details like model, iOS version, screen size, UUID, and more. Perfect when you need accurate data for apps, troubleshooting, or support. Monitor performance in real time Track battery status, storage usage, and system performance. Understand how your device is running and make smarter decisions. Manage your device with ease Access useful tools and settings quickly, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hotspot, brightness, sound, NFC, and more. Solve network issues faster Check network type, signal strength, and IP address to quickly identify and fix connectivity problems. Advanced tools Explore extra features like a digital compass, customizable flashlight, battery monitor, and more. Key Features - Device information: model, version, UUID - Battery and storage monitoring - Network insights: Wi-Fi, IP, signal strength - Quick access to essential settings - Performance and system data - Useful tools like compass and flashlight Premium Subscription (optional) My Device Settings is free to use with ads. A Premium subscription is required to remove ads and to unlock premium features such as advanced insights and the full ad-free experience. Features that require a purchase are clearly marked in the app. - Title: Premium (Monthly) - Length: 1 month, auto-renewable - Price: USD 1.99 per month, after a 3-day free trial Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://yalintech.com/legal/device/terms Privacy Policy: https://yalintech.com/legal/device/privacy Visit Us https://www.yalintech.com/ Support support@yalintech.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Device Settings at 4.1 against Amber AlertGPS's 3.0. Device Settings also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 48 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 23). Amber AlertGPS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Device Settings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Amber AlertGPS asks for nothing beyond the download.
Device Settings holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Settings has 1.2K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Amber AlertGPS's written reviews are positive against 51% of Device Settings's.
Amber AlertGPS ships an update every 48 months, Device Settings every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 2, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Amber AlertGPS | Device Settings |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (23 ratings) | 4.1 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 38.9% of reviews | 51.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 23 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 48 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AmberAlertGPS | Yalintech |
Customer experience
Amber AlertGPS
Device Settings
Bugs and requests
Amber AlertGPS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Device Settings
Reported bugs
7 issues- 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
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- Trial information not displayed before purchase
- Unexpected charges without proper disclosure
Requested features
4 requests- Better explanation of DNS settings
- More useful additional information beyond standard settings
- Improved security features for WiFi
- Free version with full functionality
In-app purchases
Amber AlertGPS
No in-app purchases
Device Settings
- Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- oneyear_subscription3 Days trial$6.991 Year
- One time purchase$8.99
Questions
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