DS finder vs ChipStation
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).
ChipStation
This utility app connects to a home device to resolve printer cartridge issues caused by firmware updates. It offers a small, smart, and simple solution for home and office use, updating chips quickly via Bluetooth.
- Resolves cartridge trouble from firmware updates
- Connects to ChipStation Home Device
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Automatic model reading
- Built-in operating instructions
- Fast chip updates (approx. 5 seconds)
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This app works with ChipStation Home Device which is designed to deal with cartridge trouble caused by printer firmware updates. --Features-- Small — Easy to store. Perfect for home and office use. Smart — Bluetooth connection. Automatic model reading. Simple — Built-in operating instructions. Speedy — Chip is updated in about 5 seconds.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DS finder at 2.5 against ChipStation's 1.0. DS finder also leads on ratings volume (123 vs 2). ChipStation's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). 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.
DS finder holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DS finder has 123 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
DS finder ships an update every 4 months, ChipStation every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DS finder | ChipStation |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (123 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 25.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 123 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Synology Inc. | Hangzhou Chipjet Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
DS finder
ChipStation
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
ChipStation
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DS finder
No in-app purchases
ChipStation
No in-app purchases
