# Do Not Disturb vs Device Settings

The clearest difference is rating: Device Settings at 4.2 against Do Not Disturb's 1.8. Device Settings also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 13%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 12). Do Not Disturb's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Settings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Do Not Disturb asks for nothing beyond the download.

Device Settings holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Settings has 1.2K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Do Not Disturb's written reviews are positive against 54% of Device Settings's.

Do Not Disturb ships an update every 6 weeks, Device Settings every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Do Not Disturb | Device Settings |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/do-not-disturb-with-locations-and-groups/id950353363/reviews) | **[4.2 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 12.9% of reviews | **54.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bitcot](https://appshunter.io/developer/919972367) | [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426) |

## What reviewers say

### Do Not Disturb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/do-not-disturb-with-locations-and-groups/id950353363)

This app enhances your device's Do Not Disturb functionality by allowing you to create custom profiles for different situations. You can group contacts and set rules for who can reach you, with options for manual activation or automatic triggering based on your location.

**Highlights:** Contact grouping, Customizable profiles, Location-based activation, Widget for quick access, Multiple Do Not Disturb settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Device Settings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382)

Access and manage your device's information, settings, and performance from a single, intuitive interface. Monitor battery, storage, and network status, and utilize helpful tools for troubleshooting and optimization.

**Highlights:** Device information (model, version, UUID), Battery and storage monitoring, Network insights (Wi-Fi, IP, signal), Quick access to essential settings, System performance data, Digital compass and flashlight

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail | $1.99 | per month |
| oneyear_subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| One time purchase | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 👍 Good customer service
- 👍 Basic device information display
- 👍 Easy to use workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization and paywalls
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- ❌ Duplicates phone's built-in settings
- 🚫 Intrusive pop-ups and ads
- ⚠️ Billing without clear consent

**Reported bugs**

- App won't load (displays blue screen)
- Settings instructions not executing properly
- Incorrect phone model and iOS version detection
- Full-screen advertisements blocking content
- Pop-ups persist even after watching ads

**Requested features**

- Better explanation of DNS settings
- More useful additional information beyond standard settings
- Improved security features for WiFi
- Free version with full functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Do Not Disturb free?

Do Not Disturb is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Device Settings free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Do Not Disturb or Device Settings?

Device Settings is rated higher. Do Not Disturb averages 1.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Device Settings averages 4.2 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Do Not Disturb or Device Settings have ads?

Device Settings shows ads; Do Not Disturb does not.

### Which is updated more often, Do Not Disturb or Device Settings?

Do Not Disturb ships an update every 6 weeks, and Device Settings every 4 weeks. Most recently, Do Not Disturb was updated on October 20, 2026 and Device Settings on October 27, 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.*