Aurora vs Device Protection+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Aurora
This app guides you through setting up and optimizing your broadband connection with specific devices. It offers step-by-step instructions for both Fixed Wireless and Home Broadband, including Wi-Fi 7 gateways. The app helps find optimal device placement and configure network settings for faster internet.
- Step-by-step setup guidance
- Fixed Wireless and Home Broadband support
- Wi-Fi 7 gateway setup
- QR code device pairing
- Signal strength analysis
- Wi-Fi network configuration
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The Aurora Device Assistant app is your all-in-one companion for setting up and optimising your broadband connection with NetComm devices. Whether you’re using Fixed Wireless or Home Broadband, Aurora helps ensure your home or office achieves the best possible broadband speeds. With intuitive, step-by-step guidance, Aurora simplifies the setup of both Fixed Wireless and Home Broadband gateways, including our latest Wi-Fi 7 gateway with WAN and VDSL support. Simply scan the QR code to pair your phone with the device and follow the guided setup flow. For Fixed Wireless devices, Aurora helps you find the ideal placement by analysing signal strength and obstructions for optimal connectivity. For Home Broadband users, Aurora supports setup for Ethernet (WAN) or VDSL connections, including configuring your Wi-Fi network, so you can set up your gateway with ease and get online faster.
Device Protection+
Securely back up and restore your device's data, including photos, videos, and documents. Access live tech support, manage protection plans, and enhance cybersecurity with advanced VPN technology.
- Secure data backup and restore
- Live tech support via chat/call
- Cybersecurity with VPN
- Protection plan management
- Self-service troubleshooting
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Device Protection+ is your personal tech genius that works behind the scenes to help keep your device secure and running smoothly. It provides the tools you need to make the most of your mobile device and smart solutions to help you thrive in a connected world. Core Functionality With Device Protection+ you can securely backup and restore photos, videos, music, documents, and contacts with your allotted amount of storage. Device Protection+ provides a solution for syncing, storing, backing up, and restoring content. In addition to backing up your personal data and content, it lets you access your protection plan benefits and provides live support though call or chat. You can manage your own device with self-service troubleshooting, helpful tips, and built-in protection features. Additional Features * Cybersecurity by Avast — Block malware-infected links and fake websites commonly used in phishing attacks. Protect your identity and personal information from cybercriminals, and stay away from phishing and malicious websites with advanced VPN technology. * Coverage Dashboard — View program features and benefits, check your service fees and deductibles, review your coverage documents and full program details, and file and track a claim. * Live Tech Support — Enjoy firsthand support from tech pros via chat, call, screen share, or camera share. Access fast solutions to tech challenges. Learn how to set up, connect, and sync your smart home devices. * Self-Help Center — Access thousands of device-specific tips, tricks, and step-by-step quick fixes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Aurora at 5.0 against Device Protection+'s 4.1. Device Protection+'s advantage is ratings volume (59 vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 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.
Aurora holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Protection+ has 59 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Aurora ships an update every 2 months, Device Protection+ every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Aurora | Device Protection+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.1 (59 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 59 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NetComm Wireless Pty Ltd | Assurant, Incorporated |
Customer experience
Aurora
Device Protection+
In-app purchases
Aurora
No in-app purchases
Device Protection+
No in-app purchases
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