Comparison

SYNO Assistant vs SideTVs

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

Head to head
About

SYNO Assistant

Manage your Synology Network Attached Storage (NAS) remotely. Browse files, manage photos, control downloads, and monitor system status from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • File management
  • Photo browsing and sharing
  • Download task management
  • Package Center control
  • Docker container management
  • System monitoring
  • Secure remote access
Features
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[SYNO Assistant] is a mobile management tool built for Synology NAS users, letting you control your network storage anytime, anywhere. Core Features: 1. File Management - Browse all files and folders on your NAS - Upload, download, move, copy, rename, and delete files - Search files to quickly find what you need - Create share links to share files with others 2. Photo Management - Browse photos grouped by date - Switch between personal and team spaces - Quickly preview and share photos 3. Download Management - Create download tasks (BT/HTTP/FTP supported) - View real-time download progress and speed - Pause, resume, and delete download tasks 4. Package Center - Browse and install Synology packages - Manage installed packages (start/stop) 5. Docker - View and manage Docker containers - View container details and logs 6. System Management - View device info and running status - Monitor CPU and memory usage in real time - Check storage space and disk health - Remote restart / shutdown 7. Secure Login - QuickConnect remote access support - Two-factor authentication 8. Third-party services - Supports Jellyfin / Emby / Navidrome - Supports immich Privacy Policy: https://syno.thatisawesome.cn/privacy Terms of Service: https://syno.thatisawesome.cn/termofuse

About

SideTVs

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive TV control hub. Wirelessly manage smart TVs, VR headsets, and streaming devices with remote control, screen mirroring, and media casting capabilities. Offers advanced tools for app management and file transfer.

Highlights
  • Wireless remote control for smart TVs
  • Screen mirroring and casting
  • ADB control for Android TVs
  • Media and document casting
  • App management (Pro)
  • Low-latency screen mirroring (Pro)
Features
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SideTVs — Turn Your iPhone into a TV Control Hub SideTVs is a wireless control and screen-casting tool designed for TVs, smart TVs, and VR headsets. Simply connect your phone and device to the same Wi-Fi network to enable remote control, media casting, and screen mirroring—no extra hardware required. 【Device Connection】 • Supports three connection methods: manual IP entry, LAN scanning, and wireless debugging pairing codes • Automatically saves device history and reconnects upon returning to the app • Displays real-time connection status and device information 【Virtual Remote Control】 • Includes full directional keys, OK, Back, Home, Volume, Power, and media controls • Supports ADB command transmission for controlling Android TVs and TV boxes • Supports DLNA remote control and bridges ADB devices on the same IP for a complete control experience • Compatible with native remote protocols for brands like Samsung, LG, Sony, and Roku • Supports voice input for sending text to the TV for searches or data entry 【Casting Hub】 • Media Casting: Cast local videos, audio, and images to DLNA-enabled TVs or speakers; supports simultaneous playback on multiple devices • Document Casting: Import PDFs, PPTs, Word docs, etc., and cast them page-by-page to the TV; supports zooming and automatic slideshows • Web Casting: Capture and stream the full screen to a LAN-based browser; viewable on computers or tablets via the link • Receiver Mode: Turn your phone into a DLNA receiver to accept casts from other devices on the LAN 【Pro Tools】 (SideTV Pro) • App Management: View, launch, uninstall, and install APKs • Screen Mirroring: Low-latency H.264 mirroring with touch feedback; supports ultra-high-definition casting for Quest headsets • File management, terminal shell, system status, log viewing, quick text input, one-tap cleanup, and more 【More Features】 • Home Screen widgets and Dynamic Island support for quick status checks and remote control • Optimized for iPhone and iPad widescreen layouts Usage Note SideTVs requires local network permissions to discover and control devices on the same LAN. Some features rely on the device's wireless debugging (ADB) or DLNA capabilities; please ensure the corresponding options are enabled on your TV or streaming box. You can try the remote control and screen casting functions for free five times; upgrade to SideTVs Pro to unlock all professional features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/c9a159bf-3dc0-4ee8-84fd-7d47f5ad3edd

Screenshots

SYNO Assistant4 screens
SideTVs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SYNO Assistant at none against SideTVs's 2. SYNO Assistant also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. SideTVs sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. SYNO Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SYNO Assistant against 5.0 for SideTVs. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SYNO Assistant ships an update weekly, SideTVs monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SYNO Assistant versus SideTVs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSYNO AssistantSideTVs
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer雨珂 周强 王

Customer experience

SYNO Assistant

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SideTVs

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SYNO Assistant

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SideTVs

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Membership$7.991 Month
One-time1
  • PROFree

Questions

Is SYNO Assistant free?
SYNO Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SideTVs free?
SideTVs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SYNO Assistant or SideTVs?
SYNO Assistant and SideTVs are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do SYNO Assistant or SideTVs have ads?
Neither SYNO Assistant nor SideTVs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SYNO Assistant or SideTVs?
SYNO Assistant ships an update weekly, and SideTVs monthly. Most recently, SYNO Assistant was updated on September 19, 2026 and SideTVs on September 9, 2026.

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