Comparison

NAS System Manager vs NASDL Manager

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

Head to head
About

NAS System Manager

Monitor and manage your Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices directly from your mobile phone. This free utility provides a convenient way to keep an eye on your NAS system's status and operations on the go.

Highlights
  • Mobile NAS monitoring
  • NAS system management
  • Free utility
  • On-the-go access
Features
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The free NAS Manager app is the perfect solution for monitoring and managing your NAS using your mobile device.

About

NASDL Manager

Manage your Synology NAS downloads and system activity efficiently from your mobile device. Monitor download progress, access NAS settings, and view system information with this third-party client.

Highlights
  • List NAS downloads
  • Detailed download info
  • Open links via Share menu
  • Add/remove downloads
  • Sort and filter downloads
  • Change download properties
  • View NAS system info
  • Manage Download Station settings
Features
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This mobile application is designed by a long-time Synology user for fellow Synology enthusiasts, providing an efficient way to manage DS tasks and monitor activity on Synology NAS devices. This app is an independent third-party client and is not affiliated with Synology Inc. Key features are: • Presenting a list of NAS downloads • Display detailed information on each download process • Open links from Safari using Share menu • Open magnet links from any browser • Easy to add or remove downloads • Sort and filter downloads • Change downloads' properties • Display detailed system information for the NAS itself and VPN connection status (Admin rights for account required) • Display and change the key settings of Download Station application • Access to the NAS using the DDNS service (whitelisted IP-address required) • Access to the NAS using QuickConnect • Two-factor authentication supported • Search • RSS • Visual representation of the available disk space on your NAS (Admin and File Station access rights for the account required) • Connection history with the option of iCloud synchronization across all user devices • Widgets What user rights are required for use: • Access to Download Station – required • Access to File Station – optional, to select the download folder and get the info about storage system. Please note that the user must have the default download folder set, otherwise tasks will not be added. You can set the default folder from the application in the Download Station settings (if you have access to File Station), or through the web version of Download Station in the settings. • Administrator rights – optional. If the user has administrator rights, access to NAS system information such as VPN connection status, disk information, etc. will be available. In addition, a user without administrator rights can only see their own downloads. Downloads created by other users will not be displayed All personal data is securely stored in the Keychain (iPhone, iCloud). No data of any kind, including anonymized data, is collected. Synology NAS with DSM version 6.0+ and Download Station installed are required. Some features may only be available for Download Station version 4.0 or later. Please direct any comments or suggestions to support@joinersoft.app. We appreciate your support and cooperation in advance! Disclaimer: This application does not host, provide, or promote any downloadable content or links. Support for custom URL schemes and external connections is provided solely to allow users to manage their own systems, such as personal NAS devices. All use of the application must comply with applicable laws and remains the sole responsibility of the user. By downloading the application, you accept the Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NAS System Manager3 screens
NASDL Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NASDL Manager at 95% against NAS System Manager's 0%. NASDL Manager also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 16 months). NAS System Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads 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. NASDL Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per year. NAS System Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NAS System Manager ships an update every 16 months, NASDL Manager monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
NAS System Manager versus NASDL Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNAS System ManagerNASDL Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (124 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews94.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—124 — better
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWooi Kiang CheahGrigory Stolyarov

Customer experience

NAS System Manager

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

NASDL Manager

All ratings124 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews471 reviews
Positive94.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.6%

Bugs and requests

NAS System Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NASDL Manager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login screen freezes or shows 'Permission denied' error
  • Incompatible with some Synology NAS models or DSM versions
  • Crashes or connection issues after recent updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to select download folder before starting
  • Ability to add multiple downloads at once
  • iPad version or Mac app
  • Integrate with built-in Synology Download Station search

In-app purchases

None

NAS System Manager

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NASDL Manager

Subscriptions1
  • Sponsored Version (1 year)$3.491 Year
One-time1
  • Sponsored Version (Lifetime)$8.49

Questions

Is NAS System Manager free?
NAS System Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NASDL Manager free?
NASDL Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NAS System Manager or NASDL Manager have ads?
Neither NAS System Manager nor NASDL Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NAS System Manager or NASDL Manager?
NAS System Manager ships an update every 16 months, and NASDL Manager monthly. Most recently, NAS System Manager was updated on June 1, 2026 and NASDL Manager on September 28, 2026.

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