Comparison

DS finder vs LightTune

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

Head to head

DS finder

Free

🔧 Utilities

★ 2.5123 ratingsView app →

About

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.

Highlights

NAS setup and management
NAS-related notifications
Access Synology apps
Simplified mobile interface
DSM installation support

Features

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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).

About

LightTune

Features

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LightTune is a Bluetooth lighting control app designed for compatible lightVision Spot Light fixtures. Main features: • Turn compatible spotlights on and off • Adjust brightness • Adjust color temperature • Organize and control spotlights by group • Pair and unpair compatible spotlights • Create and save custom lighting modes • Apply lighting modes to selected groups • Set an automatic switch-off timer from 1 to 720 minutes LightTune uses Bluetooth broadcasts to send control commands to nearby compatible spotlights. Bluetooth must be enabled on your iPhone, and Bluetooth permission must be granted to LightTune. No account registration is required. Group names, custom lighting modes, language preferences and control information are stored locally on your device and are not uploaded to the developer's servers. Uninstalling the app removes this locally stored data. Please note: LightTune only supports lightVision Spot Light fixtures that are compatible with the LightTune control protocol. It does not support every Bluetooth light.

Screenshots

DS finder4 screens

LightTune3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LightTune at every 3 days against DS finder's every 4 months. DS finder's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DS finder ships an update every 4 months, LightTune every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level

DS finder versus LightTune: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	DS finder	LightTune
Price	Free	Free
Rating	2.5 (123 ratings) — better	—
Positive reviews	25.5% of reviews	—
Number of ratings	123 — better	—
Update frequency	Every 4 months	Every 3 days — better
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	Free	—
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS	13.0 — better	15.0
Further details — not scored
Size	69 MB	23 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	Synology Inc.	艺龄胡

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

LightTune

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DS finder

No in-app purchases

None

LightTune

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DS finder free?

DS finder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is LightTune free?

LightTune is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do DS finder or LightTune have ads?

Neither DS finder nor LightTune shows ads.

Which is updated more often, DS finder or LightTune?

DS finder ships an update every 4 months, and LightTune every 3 days. Most recently, DS finder was updated on October 20, 2026 and LightTune on October 15, 2026.