La Crosse Alerts Mobile vs Device Settings
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
La Crosse Alerts Mobile
Remotely monitor temperature, humidity, and wetness/dryness in specific locations using sensors. Receive customizable email or text alerts when predefined thresholds are detected. Personalize your monitoring experience with location names and images.
- Remote sensor monitoring
- Customizable email/text alerts
- Temperature, humidity, wetness/dryness detection
- Personalized location setup
- Threshold-based notifications
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Avoid preventable catastrophes with La Crosse Alerts Mobile. With our sensors, you can remotely monitor temperature, humidity, and wetness/dryness of a precise location from your mobile device. ALERTS Receive your choice of email or text alerts when your sensor detects something is wrong. Set specific temperatures, humidity, or water levels that you would like to be alerted when reached. PERSONALIZE Choose the location (ex. Basement) of your sensor and set an image for your specific location. REQUIREMENTS • LaCrosse Alerts Gateway • LaCrosse Alerts Mobile Sensor • LaCrosse Alerts Mobile App • High-Speed Internet EXAMPLE USES • Living Space Monitoring • Frozen Pipe Prevention • Leaky Roof Detection • Hot Tub Temperature Monitoring • Sauna Conditions • Water Leaks Detection • Humidity-Induced Mold Detection • Sump Pump Failure Detection • Weather Conditions SET UP Follow directions on the app screen in order to add your first Gateway and Sensor.
Device Settings
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.
- 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
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Take Full Control of Your iOS Device with My Device Settings My Device Settings gives you quick access to key device information, powerful tools, and essential settings, all in one place. Designed for a simple and intuitive experience, the app helps you understand, monitor, and optimize your iPhone or iPad. Get the information you need View important device details like model, iOS version, screen size, UUID, and more. Perfect when you need accurate data for apps, troubleshooting, or support. Monitor performance in real time Track battery status, storage usage, and system performance. Understand how your device is running and make smarter decisions. Manage your device with ease Access useful tools and settings quickly, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hotspot, brightness, sound, NFC, and more. Solve network issues faster Check network type, signal strength, and IP address to quickly identify and fix connectivity problems. Advanced tools Explore extra features like a digital compass, customizable flashlight, battery monitor, and more. Key Features - Device information: model, version, UUID - Battery and storage monitoring - Network insights: Wi-Fi, IP, signal strength - Quick access to essential settings - Performance and system data - Useful tools like compass and flashlight Premium Subscription (optional) My Device Settings is free to use with ads. A Premium subscription is required to remove ads and to unlock premium features such as advanced insights and the full ad-free experience. Features that require a purchase are clearly marked in the app. - Title: Premium (Monthly) - Length: 1 month, auto-renewable - Price: USD 1.99 per month, after a 3-day free trial Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://yalintech.com/legal/device/terms Privacy Policy: https://yalintech.com/legal/device/privacy Visit Us https://www.yalintech.com/ Support support@yalintech.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Device Settings at 4.2 against La Crosse Alerts Mobile's 3.2. Device Settings also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 16%) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). La Crosse Alerts Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Device Settings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. La Crosse Alerts Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.
Device Settings holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 377 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of La Crosse Alerts Mobile's written reviews are positive against 54% of Device Settings's.
La Crosse Alerts Mobile ships an update every 4 months, Device Settings every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | La Crosse Alerts Mobile | Device Settings |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (377 ratings) | 4.2 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 16.3% of reviews | 54.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 377 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | La Crosse Technology | Yalintech |
Customer experience
La Crosse Alerts Mobile
Device Settings
User reviews
La Crosse Alerts Mobile
From 377 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ✅ Reliable long-term performance for years
- 📊 Useful charts and table data displays
- ⚙️ Simple setup once working properly
- 🎯 Effective temperature and humidity monitoring
- 📱 Functional core monitoring capabilities
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- ⏱️ Extremely slow load times and connectivity delays
- 📵 Poor WiFi reconnection after power outages
- 🔐 Requires repeated login credentials entry
- 📞 Inadequate customer support availability
Device Settings
From 1.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 👍 Good customer service
- 👍 Basic device information display
- 👍 Easy to use workflow
Room to improve
- 💰 Aggressive monetization and paywalls
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- ❌ Duplicates phone's built-in settings
- 🚫 Intrusive pop-ups and ads
- ⚠️ Billing without clear consent
Bugs and requests
La Crosse Alerts Mobile
Reported bugs
14 issues- App crashes on boot and during navigation
- Login screen appears every time app is opened
- Panel view displays blank or missing data
- Chart and table screens fail to load
- Temperature and humidity data not updating in real-time
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- Gateway fails to register or connect
- WiFi connection shows as disconnected despite active internet
- Settings lost after automatic app updates
- Date display errors showing 12/31/1969 or 12/31/23
- App logs out when switching between views
- Alerts fail to trigger for temperature threshold breaches
- Device registration loops and fails
- Text alerts not delivering in wet conditions
- Sensor connection drops after power interruptions
Requested features
13 requests- Live customer support phone line
- Automatic WiFi reconnection after power loss
- Password autofill support for login
- All sensor data on single dashboard view
- Manual data refresh button in app
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- Real-time temperature updates while app is open
- Celsius/Fahrenheit toggle in settings
- Data export to CSV functionality
- Landscape mode support for iPad
- Customizable sensor display order
- Integration with Alexa and IFTTT
- Ability to customize app appearance
- Instant temperature readings without delays
Device Settings
Reported bugs
7 issues- 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
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- Trial information not displayed before purchase
- Unexpected charges without proper disclosure
Requested features
4 requests- Better explanation of DNS settings
- More useful additional information beyond standard settings
- Improved security features for WiFi
- Free version with full functionality
In-app purchases
La Crosse Alerts Mobile
No in-app purchases
Device Settings
- Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- oneyear_subscription3 Days trial$6.991 Year
- One time purchase$8.99
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