DS finder vs PowerPanel Cloud
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DS finder
Easily set up and manage your Synology NAS directly from your phone. Receive important NAS notifications and access the Synology app ecosystem. Simplifies NAS management and setup, eliminating the need for complex computer-based configurations.
- NAS setup and management
- NAS-related notifications
- Access Synology apps
- Simplified mobile interface
- DSM installation support
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*You must own a Synology NAS to run this app, and be running the latest DSM 6.0 or above version to get the complete set of features.* DS finder allows you to set up and manage your Synology NAS, sends you NAS-related notifications, and opens your door to the world of Synology apps. And yes, all these features can be accessed directly from your phone, so wave goodbye to complicated setup and management with DS finder! ．DS finder only supports installing DSM on most models (rack mount models, desktop models of FS and XS series, and EDS14 excluded).
PowerPanel Cloud
Monitor CyberPower UPS systems remotely from your smartphone or mobile device. Gain efficiencies and simplify power monitoring with a dashboard for at-a-glance status, instant problem recognition, and event logs for troubleshooting. Receive real-time alert notifications via email or in-app messaging.
- Mobile UPS power monitoring
- Web-based application access
- Decentralized monitoring by segment
- Easy setup and connection
- Intuitive color-coded dashboard
- Real-time alert notifications
- Multi-language support
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PowerPanel® Cloud makes it easy to monitor CyberPower UPS systems anywhere there is an internet connection. Now from a smartphone or mobile device, you can simplify power monitoring options to gain efficiencies and reduce resources. The dashboard provides at-a-glance UPS status, power conditions, and instant problem recognition. Cloud card installation enables simple remote monitoring from anywhere. Event logs provide key insights for trouble-shooting and prevention of potential power issues. Alert notifications are sent via email or in-app messaging. Features: -Mobile Power Monitoring: An efficient and time-saving UPS remote monitoring app that simplifies power monitoring. Monitor power via a mobile device from anywhere you have an internet connection. -Web-Based Application: Access your account from a web-based application to monitor your power from your workstation. -Decentralized Monitoring: Groups within a company can be monitored separately allowing for monitoring by segment, client, or an individual location. -Easy to Setup & Connect: Just download the app to your phone and setup an account. Install the cloud cards into compatible CyberPower UPS systems and begin monitoring anytime, anywhere after a simple setup process. -Intuitive Design: At-a-glance color graphics and indicators provide instant UPS status, network power conditions, and problem recognition. -Alert Notifications: Receive real-time notifications via email or app. -Languages supported: English, German, French, Japanese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DS finder at none against PowerPanel Cloud's 14. DS finder also leads on rating (2.6 vs 2.2) and review sentiment (30% vs 15%). PowerPanel Cloud's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. PowerPanel Cloud sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. DS finder asks for nothing beyond the download.
DS finder holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 122 and 57 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of DS finder's written reviews are positive against 15% of PowerPanel Cloud's.
DS finder ships an update every 4 months, PowerPanel Cloud every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DS finder | PowerPanel Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (122 ratings) — better | 2.2 (57 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.1% of reviews — better | 15.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 122 — better | 57 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Synology Inc. | Cyber Power Systems, Inc. |
Customer experience
DS finder
PowerPanel Cloud
Bugs and requests
DS finder
Reported bugs
20 issues- Server unreachable error with DDNS connections
- 400 Bad Request HTTP/HTTPS port mismatch
- App fails to detect devices on network
- 2FA causes cryptic login errors
- Wake-on-LAN crashes the app
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- App crashes on iPhone launch
- Desktop mode zoom gets stuck after text field input
- Desktop mode windows cannot be resized or moved
- Package Center window scaling issues
- Notifications crash the app when accessed
- Face ID authentication causes connection failures after 24-48 hours
- Invalid password errors despite correct credentials
- Push notifications not received
- App forgets configured devices after updates
- DSM Mobile displays 'connection is not private' error
- Quick Connect verification requests fail or hang indefinitely
- Setup wizard incompatible with Safari browser
- Setup windows don't scale properly
- Password manager integration issues during registration
- Slow login with no error indication
Requested features
17 requests- Dark mode support
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) support
- Landscape mode for iPad
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Wake-on-LAN over internet
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- CPU and RAM usage monitoring
- Network activity and connected users display
- System logs viewing capability
- Remote package installation and management
- Ability to mount encrypted shared folders
- Mobile-friendly views for File Station, Video Station, Audio Station, Package Center
- Improved notification management and clearing
- VPN toggle functionality
- Ability to add multiple devices with same IP on different ports
- Better zoom and pan controls in desktop mode
- IPv6 support with port specification
- Landscape mode support on iPhone
PowerPanel Cloud
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DS finder
No in-app purchases
PowerPanel Cloud
- Level 1N$11.99
- Level 1N , 2 years$21.99
- Level 1N , 3 years$28.99
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- Level 1$35.99
- Level 1 , 2 years$64.99
- Level 2, 2 years$71.99
- Level 1 , 3 years$86.99
- Level 2, 3 years$95.99
- Level 2 Plus, 1 year$99.99
- Level 10N$119.99
- Level 2 Plus, 2 years$179.99
- Level 2 Plus, 3 years$239.99
- Level 3$269.99
- Level 2$309.99
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