Update DIY vs PrintedWaste
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Update DIY
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A Bluetooth control app that upgrades devices through Bluetooth. The main functions of the app include switching languages, searching for connected devices, and upgrading devices
PrintedWaste
Monitor GeForce NOW server queues and game status in real-time across multiple regions. Optimize your cloud gaming experience with live data, historical trends, and smart notifications.
- Real-time queue monitoring
- Game status tracking
- Global server overview
- Historical queue data
- Push notifications
- Offline data caching
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Stay ahead of the queue with real-time monitoring of GeForce NOW servers worldwide. This comprehensive app gives you everything you need to optimize your cloud gaming experience. REAL-TIME QUEUE MONITORING - Live queue lengths for all GeForce NOW servers across 15+ regions - Color-coded status indicators (green = low wait, red = high wait) - Find the fastest server in your region instantly - Historical queue data to track patterns GAME STATUS TRACKING - Monitor which games are experiencing issues or maintenance - Detailed breakdown by region and server - Real-time updates on game availability - Track maintenance schedules and patching status GLOBAL SERVER OVERVIEW - Comprehensive view of all GeForce NOW regions - Server hardware information and specifications - Regional performance comparisons - Best server recommendations based on current conditions SMART FEATURES - Automatic refresh for up-to-date information - Push notifications for status changes - Offline data caching - Dark mode support - Native iOS design with smooth animations DETAILED ANALYTICS - 24-hour historical queue data - Server performance trends - Regional availability statistics - Queue prediction based on patterns - Whether you're a casual gamer or a competitive player, GFN Status ensures you always connect to the fastest, most reliable GeForce NOW server. No more guessing games - get instant access to the information you need to maximize your gaming time. Perfect for: - GeForce NOW subscribers - Competitive gamers - Anyone who wants to minimize wait times - Users who need to plan their gaming sessions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PrintedWaste at fortnightly against Update DIY's monthly. Update DIY's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.4). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Update DIY ships an update monthly, PrintedWaste fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Update DIY | PrintedWaste |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 海洋 刘 | MUHAMMED EMIN YILMAZER |
In-app purchases
Update DIY
No in-app purchases
PrintedWaste
No in-app purchases
