Dev Utils vs zero
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dev Utils
This app provides mobile developers with essential tools to streamline their workflow. It offers timely notifications for OS and Xcode releases, accessibility features, device information, and a reference for HTTP status codes. Customize your experience with themes and app icons.
- OS and Xcode release notifications
- System font and color comparison
- Device information lookup
- HTTP status code reference
- Light/dark themes
- Customizable app icons
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Dev Utils is the ultimate toolkit for mobile developers. With features designed to streamline your workflow and increase productivity, Dev Utils is the essential companion for building amazing mobile apps. Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Releases and Betas - Get notified about the latest betas and full releases of Apple's operating systems (iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS) and Xcode. - Easily check release notes for the latest Xcode. See the macOS requirements and view included SDKs for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. - Stay informed with the latest developer news and important information about App Store Connect, TestFlight, and more. Ensure Your App is Accessible to All Users - Compare system fonts and colors with adjustable sizing and dark mode support. Get Device Information Quickly and Easily - Check which versions of Apple's operating systems (iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS) are currently supported on any device. - Quickly view your device's type, storage, connectivity, cameras, and more. Easily share device info with others. Additional Tools - Quickly search and learn about HTTP status codes with a comprehensive reference guide. Customize Your Experience - Enjoy light and dark themes and customize your home screen with alternate app icons. Download Dev Utils now and elevate your mobile development to the next level!
zero
Control your burglar alarm remotely via SMS commands. This application simplifies sending instructions to your alarm system without manual text input.
- Remote alarm control
- SMS command sending
- Multiple location support
- Simplified interface
- No manual text typing
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This program is designed to control the burglar alarm in zero locations and the way it works is that it will send the desired commands to the burglar through SMS and you don't need to type the text of the SMS and send it to the burglar.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dev Utils at 92% against zero's 50%. Dev Utils also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). zero's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, chart position and iOS requirement 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.
Dev Utils holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dev Utils has 101 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Dev Utils's written reviews are positive against 50% of zero's.
Dev Utils ships an update every 4 months, zero every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dev Utils | zero |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (101 ratings) — better | 4.3 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.5% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 101 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | #159 — better | #202 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryan Fielder | Mohammad Alipour Behzadi |
Customer experience
Dev Utils
zero
Bugs and requests
Dev Utils
Reported bugs
5 issues- Unknown errors
- Find my iPhone error
- Apple ID locked
- Privacy concerns
- Being attacked
Requested features
6 requests- Update release notes/version numbers
- Adapt to iOS 26 and dark icon
- Update data promptly
- Allow development usage
- More access to watch design UI
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- Enable installation on Mac M series
zero
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dev Utils
No in-app purchases
zero
No in-app purchases
