Comparison

DStation Remote vs iLOCL

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

Head to head
About

DStation Remote

Manage and monitor your Synology NAS Download Station tasks remotely. This app offers full control over downloads, including adding, pausing, and managing files, with secure login and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Secure encrypted login storage
  • QuickConnect and SSL/2FA support
  • Full task management (start, pause, delete)
  • Effortless new task addition
  • Task file management
  • Priority selection for tasks and files
  • Share menu integration for adding tasks
Features
Read full description

DStation Remote is the ultimate mobile client for managing and monitoring tasks on your Synology NAS using Download Station. Take full control of your tasks with a fast, reliable, and user-friendly interface. Key Features: • Your login credentials are fully encrypted and stored securely on your device. We never share or transmit your login details. • QuickConnect Support: Seamlessly connect to your Synology NAS locally or remotely with full SSL and 2FA authentication. • Full Task Management: Start, pause, resume, delete, and clear your tasks with ease. • Simply Add New Tasks Effortlessly. • Task File Management: Select and manage individual files within your tasks for better control. • Priority Selection: Set priority levels for tasks and files to optimize downloads. • New Share Integration: Add files directly as tasks from other apps using the share menu. • Folder Selection: Choose specific folders on your NAS to save tasks exactly where you need them. • Clean and Intuitive Design: Enjoy a smooth, hassle-free experience with a focus on usability. Why Choose DStation Remote? Built specifically for Synology users, DStation Remote offers an efficient and secure solution for managing Download Station tasks. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can keep your tasks organized and under control. Requirements: • Synology NAS with DSM 7.0+ and Download Station installed. • Proper network setup to allow remote access. DStation Remote – the Best & Fast NAS Task Manager for your Synology Download Station!

About

iLOCL

Connect with licensed local technicians for on-demand home repairs like appliance, AC, electrical, and plumbing issues. Track your technician in real-time, communicate easily, and pay securely once the job is done right. Service is available in just a few taps.

Highlights
  • On-demand home repair services
  • Licensed local technicians
  • Real-time technician tracking
  • In-app chat and calling
  • Transparent upfront estimates
  • Secure payment options
Features
Read full description

iLOCL connects you with licensed local technicians for on-demand home services. Whether your oven stopped working, Appliance or AC needs repair, Handyman services or you have an electrical or plumbing issue, help is just a few taps away. Your money stays protected until the job is done right. Service in one click. HOW IT WORKS 1. Select a service and enter your address 2. Choose urgency: Emergency (30-90 min), Same Day (4-7 hrs), or Schedule (1-4 days) 3. Pay the booking fee to get matched with a technician 4. Track your technician in real-time on the map 5. Receive an estimate, approve the work, and pay the remaining balance SERVICES - Appliance Repair - AC Repair - Electrician - Plumber - Handyman FEATURES - Real-time technician tracking with live map - In-app chat and calling with your technician - Transparent pricing with upfront estimates - Secure payments via credit card, PayPal, or Cash App - Service history and digital invoices - Rate and review your technician Available in LA and Orange County, California. More areas coming soon.

Screenshots

DStation Remote4 screens
iLOCL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iLOCL at 5.0 against DStation Remote's 3.0. iLOCL also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%). DStation Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iLOCL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of DStation Remote's written reviews are positive against 100% of iLOCL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DStation Remote ships an update every 3 days, iLOCL every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DStation Remote versus iLOCL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDStation RemoteiLOCL
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.2 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB118 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavlo StovpivskyiiLOCL Technologies, Inc

Customer experience

DStation Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

iLOCL

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DStation Remote

No in-app purchases

None

iLOCL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DStation Remote free?
DStation Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iLOCL free?
iLOCL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DStation Remote or iLOCL?
iLOCL is rated higher. DStation Remote averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while iLOCL averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do DStation Remote or iLOCL have ads?
Neither DStation Remote nor iLOCL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DStation Remote or iLOCL?
DStation Remote ships an update every 3 days, and iLOCL every 5 weeks. Most recently, DStation Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and iLOCL on November 5, 2026.

Other comparisons