QRS Mobile vs Danby
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QRS Mobile
Easily set up your home network directly from your smartphone. This app guides you through the process of getting your compatible router or extender operational quickly and conveniently, eliminating the need for a computer.
- Home network setup from phone
- Quick router setup (QRS)
- Simple step-by-step instructions
- Configure routers and extenders
- No computer required
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Now you can set up your home network right from your phone. Imagine being able to get your QRS (Quick Router Setup) Mobile-enable rouer up and running in no time from the comfort of your couch or favorite chair - no more need to hunch over a computer to setup your network. Just follow the simple instructions to get started. QRS Mobile only work with D-Link DIR-series home router and DAP series extender. System Requirements: iOS 9.0 or later.
Danby
Manage your home appliances remotely from anywhere. This app allows for voice control, device interworking based on conditions, and easy sharing with family members, all while providing real-time safety alerts.
- Remote appliance control
- Voice control (Amazon Echo, Google Home)
- Device interworking automation
- Family device sharing
- Real-time safety alerts
- Control multiple devices
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Danby Smart. Smart life, smart living • Remotely control home appliances from anywhere • Add and control multiple devices at once with one App • Voice control via Amazon Echo and Google Home • Interworking of multiple smart devices. Devices automatically start/stop working based on temperature, location and time. • Easily share devices among family members • Receive real-time alerts to ensure safety
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Verdict
QRS Mobile and Danby both sit at 2.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 31% of QRS Mobile's written reviews are positive against 17% of Danby's. QRS Mobile also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 13 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.4 for QRS Mobile against 2.4 for Danby. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 80 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of QRS Mobile's written reviews are positive against 17% of Danby's.
QRS Mobile ships an update every 6 months, Danby every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QRS Mobile | Danby |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (41 ratings) | 2.4 (80 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.7% of reviews — better | 17.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 41 | 80 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months — better | Every 13 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | D-Link Corporation | Danby Products Limited |
Customer experience
QRS Mobile
Danby
User reviews
QRS Mobile
From 41 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Quick and easy setup process
- ✅ Works well when instructions are followed
- 🎯 Simple interface for basic configuration
- ⚡ Fast connection in seconds
- 📱 Allows setup without computer access
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes on startup
- ❌ Fails to detect connected routers
- 🔄 Gets stuck in setup loops
- ⚠️ Inconsistent performance across devices
- 🚫 Limited functionality beyond initial setup
Danby
From 80 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Remote control functionality
- 🚀 Scheduling options
- 👍 Accurate temperature monitoring
- 👍 Reliable performance
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable WiFi connectivity
- 🐛 Incorrect outdoor temperature display
- 🐛 Buggy scheduling features
- 👎 Confusing user interface
Bugs and requests
QRS Mobile
Reported bugs
10 issues- App crashes immediately after pressing start
- Router detection fails despite WiFi connection
- Setup process loops infinitely
- Password field becomes unresponsive during firmware updates
- Incompatibility errors with supported devices
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- App closes when near access point (iOS 13+)
- Cannot reconnect to repeater without reinstalling
- Keyboard stops working in password entry
- App incompatible with certain iPhone models
- Firmware update process broken
Requested features
7 requests- Router monitoring and management capabilities
- Advanced settings and configuration options
- Network speed checking functionality
- Client/user connection viewing
- Firmware upgrade functionality
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- Better user-friendly interface design
- More comprehensive app documentation
Danby
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes when selecting device
- Scheduled tasks not executing properly
- Incorrect outdoor temperature display
- Frequent app logout issues
Requested features
4 requests- Integration with Alexa and Google Home
- Ability to set custom temperature ranges
- Improved scheduling functionality
- Notification settings for when unit is full or needs maintenance
In-app purchases
QRS Mobile
No in-app purchases
Danby
No in-app purchases
