Comparison

DS Next vs SmartTracker

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

Head to head
About

DS Next

Features
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DS Next makes it easy to connect to your NAS, offering a modern user interface and smooth interaction experience. Your personal data is never sent to any server — all NAS-related operations are handled locally on your device. What's New: • File Manage: Browse files, copy, move, delete, manage favorites, share links, and more. • Download Manage: Manage downloads, create new tasks, and more. • File Upload & Download: Supports batch files, folder upload, and file download. • Hardware Status: Check your NAS CPU, memory, network, and storage status. Key Features: File Manage • Supports video thumbnails for easier file browsing. Download Manage • Automatically add trackers when creating download tasks. • Select specific files by folder level when using torrent files. Premium Feature (available via in-app subscription): • Enjoy an ad-free experience. • Have your feedback prioritized for development. If you have suggestions or feature requests, feel free to contact me at zenyu.liam@gmail.com. Policy policy: [https://dsnext.danteware.cc/privacy_policy] Terms of Service: [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula]

About

SmartTracker

Effortlessly monitor prices on any website and receive instant alerts when deals drop. Visualize price history with clear charts and organize wishlists. Integrates with Siri and Shortcuts for seamless price tracking.

Highlights
  • Track prices on any website
  • Set smart price alerts
  • View price history charts
  • Home and Lock Screen widgets
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
  • Organize wishlists and collections
  • Export data to CSV
Features
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Stop refreshing product pages just to catch a discount. SmartTracker watches prices for you and tells you exactly when it is time to buy. SmartTracker is your private price‑tracking companion for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Track prices on any website, set smart alerts, and see clear price history charts so you always buy at the right moment. Features: • Track prices and discounts on any website in any currency. • Watch any text on a page — stock status, shipping ETA, version numbers — and get alerted the moment it changes. • Set target prices and get notified when deals drop below your budget. • See clear price history charts to spot trends at a glance. • Glance at your latest prices right from your Home Screen and Lock Screen with widgets. • Stay hands‑free with Siri and the Shortcuts app — add items, refresh prices, and open deals with a tap or your voice. • Organize wishlists and collections for different stores, products, or projects. • Sync everything instantly across iPhone, iPad, and Mac with iCloud. • Export your full history as CSV files. • Keep full control of your data – no accounts, no tracking, no data sharing. • And much more… SmartTracker is built for privacy. Your data stays on your devices and in your iCloud account. There are no accounts, no data sharing — everything stays private. Start free with up to 5 tracked items and 3 collections. Once you are ready, unlock unlimited items, unlimited collections, and background refresh with a single one‑time purchase or, if you prefer, an annual subscription at a discounted rate. Download SmartTracker today, add your first few products, and let it watch the prices so you don’t have to. Privacy Policy: https://www.smarttracker.tech/privacy Terms and Conditions: https://www.smarttracker.tech/terms

Screenshots

DS Next4 screens
SmartTracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartTracker at every 5 days against DS Next's fortnightly. DS Next's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DS Next sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and SmartTracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DS Next ships an update fortnightly, SmartTracker every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DS Next versus SmartTracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDS NextSmartTracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB43 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developer镇宇 梁Hugo Prione

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DS Next

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly$3.991 Year
2 purchases

SmartTracker

Subscriptions1
  • Premium - Annual$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium - One-time purchase$19.99

Questions

Is DS Next free?
DS Next is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartTracker free?
SmartTracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DS Next or SmartTracker have ads?
Neither DS Next nor SmartTracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DS Next or SmartTracker?
DS Next ships an update fortnightly, and SmartTracker every 5 days. Most recently, DS Next was updated on September 9, 2026 and SmartTracker on September 11, 2026.

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