# DevMate vs Syncthing Monitor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DevMate at 33% against Syncthing Monitor's 0%. DevMate also leads on rating (3.3 vs 3.0) and chart position (#162 vs unranked). Syncthing Monitor's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DevMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Syncthing Monitor sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DevMate holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of DevMate's written reviews are positive against 0% of Syncthing Monitor's.

DevMate ships an update every 8 days, Syncthing Monitor every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DevMate | Syncthing Monitor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devmate-connect-and-debug/id6757657259/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syncthing-monitor/id6760628047/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#162** | — |
| Size | 26 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小玲 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573722736) | [FarFetched](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737990864) |

## What reviewers say

### DevMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/devmate-connect-and-debug/id6757657259)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Free · Developer Tools, #172 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage and debug ADB-enabled devices remotely. Control files, apps, and device information, including screen mirroring and log viewing. Offers subscription for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Device discovery and connection, File and app management, Remote control and input, Screen mirroring and recording, Device information monitoring, Logcat viewer with filtering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DevMate Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| DevMate Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| DevMate Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |


### Syncthing Monitor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syncthing-monitor/id6760628047)

Monitor and manage your Syncthing instances remotely. View folder and device status, system information, and logs. Connect securely using API keys and manage multiple instances from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Monitor Syncthing folders and devices, View system information and logs, Manage multiple Syncthing instances, Secure API key authentication, Browse folder and device details, Review pending invitations and diagnostics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO | $2.49 | per month |
| PRO | $6.99 | per year |
| PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| PRO | $12.99 | one-time |
| PRO | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DevMate free?

DevMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Syncthing Monitor free?

Syncthing Monitor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DevMate or Syncthing Monitor?

DevMate is rated higher. DevMate averages 3.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Syncthing Monitor averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do DevMate or Syncthing Monitor have ads?

Neither DevMate nor Syncthing Monitor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DevMate or Syncthing Monitor?

DevMate ships an update every 8 days, and Syncthing Monitor every 4 days. Most recently, DevMate was updated on November 5, 2026 and Syncthing Monitor on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*