Comparison

SecureState vs Dashboarr

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

Head to head
About

SecureState

Features
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Overview SecureState helps you understand your device’s security in a way that’s clear, approachable, and genuinely useful. Instead of digging through technical checklists or guessing whether something is safe, SecureState gives you a real-time security score paired with plain-language guidance. The goal is simple: help you feel safe, confident, and informed every time you use your device. How It Works SecureState checks the key factors that influence your overall security — from device settings to your immediate digital environment. Each category contributes to your score, which updates as conditions change. You’ll know right away when everything looks good, when something needs attention, and what steps can help improve your safety. The app is designed to be educational without ever being overwhelming. Every scan includes straightforward context so you understand why something matters and how it affects your day-to-day security. Most checks involve simple, interactive steps you confirm yourself — such as verifying your environment or reviewing device settings. This keeps the app lightweight, privacy-focused, and fully under your control. (Note: SecureState does not replace antivirus software or provide real-time threat monitoring.) Key Features • Real-Time Security Score – A clear visual indicator showing how secure your current situation is. • Device Safety Checks – iOS version status, lock screen protections, passcode strength, screen recording detection, and more. • Situational Awareness – Understand risks related to your network, surroundings, and connections — such as public Wi-Fi exposure or nearby Bluetooth activity. • Clear Recommendations – Practical, friendly suggestions explaining what’s safe, what’s not, and how to improve your score. • Security Tips & Guidance – Learn everyday habits that help keep your device more secure. Pro Features Upgrade for deeper insight into your security habits: • Theme Color Picker – Personalize your dashboard. • Achievement Badges – Earn badges as you build stronger security habits over time. • Vulnerability Trends – Track how your security improves, stays consistent, or shifts day-to-day. Subscription details are available in the app. Privacy First SecureState doesn’t collect personal data or send your information anywhere. All assessments and calculations happen privately on your device. Your security status belongs to you — and stays with you. Made for Everyday Users You don’t need to be a security expert to understand what’s happening on your device. SecureState focuses on clarity, not complexity, so you always know where you stand and what you can do to feel safer and more in control. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://samgusa.github.io/SecureState-privacy-policy/

About

Dashboarr

This app provides a unified dashboard to control and monitor your self-hosted media server stack. Manage downloads, automation, streaming, and server health from a single, native application. It offers a privacy-first, open-source experience with no accounts, subscriptions, or ads.

Highlights
  • Unified dashboard for all services
  • Control downloads, automation, and streaming
  • Monitor server health (CPU, RAM, disk)
  • Push notifications for events
  • Wake-on-LAN functionality
  • Encrypted API key storage
  • Local/remote URL switching
Features
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Dashboarr is the open-source mobile companion for your self-hosted media server. Control your entire stack — downloads, automation, requests, streaming, and server health — from a single fast,native app. No accounts. No subscriptions. No ads. No tracking. Just a clean, dark-mode interface that talks directly to the services you already run. SUPPORTED SERVICES • qBittorrent — manage torrents, pause/resume, set limits, monitor speeds • Radarr — search, add, and monitor movies; browse queue and missing • Sonarr — search, add shows, track episodes, view airing schedule • Overseerr — browse, search, and request movies or TV shows; approve or decline • Tautulli — live streams, bandwidth, playback history • Prowlarr — indexer status, global search, grab releases, stats • Plex — now playing, recently added, on deck, library browser • Bazarr — manage missing subtitles • Glances — live CPU, RAM, disk, and network monitoring KEY FEATURES • Unified dashboard — every service at a glance • Dark mode native UI, built with React Native • Pull-to-refresh and haptic feedback everywhere • Local vs remote URL switching based on WiFi — seamless at home or away • SSL/TLS and reverse proxy support • Wake-on-LAN — wake your server from anywhere on your LAN • Calendar view of upcoming releases • Activity view across all services • Service health monitoring • Push notifications via optional self-hosted backend relay (completely optional) • Config export / import for easy migration and backup • Encrypted storage for API keys (iOS Keychain) PRIVACY-FIRST Dashboarr is a client-side app. It talks directly to the services on your own server using your own API keys. Nothing is routed through a third-party cloud, no analytics, no telemetry. Your data stays on your devices and your network. OPEN SOURCE Licensed under GPL-3.0. The full source code is on GitHub. No hidden monetization, no paywalls — pure functionality for people who host their own stack. REQUIREMENTS You need to already be running the services you want to manage (qBittorrent, Radarr, Sonarr, etc.). Dashboarr is a control interface — it does not host or stream content itself, and it does not provide any media. Built for self-hosters, home-lab enthusiasts, and anyone tired of juggling nine browser tabs to manage their home server.

Screenshots

SecureState4 screens
Dashboarr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dashboarr at none against SecureState's 3. Dashboarr also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. SecureState sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Dashboarr asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SecureState versus Dashboarr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSecureStateDashboarr
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—16 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul GreenhillRenzo Beux

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SecureState

Subscriptions2
  • SecureState Plus - Monthly$1.991 Month
  • SecureState Plus - Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • SecureState Pro$0.99
None

Dashboarr

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SecureState free?
SecureState is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dashboarr free?
Dashboarr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SecureState or Dashboarr have ads?
Neither SecureState nor Dashboarr shows ads.

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