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Synology Assistant vs Synology Drive
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Synology Assistant
7.0Tool to manage Synology NAS's across a LAN
Synology Drive
6.0Sync and backup service to Synology NAS drives
| Metric | Synology Assistant | Synology Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cloud & Storage | Cloud & Storage |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 61 | 255 |
| 90-day Installs | 196 | 826 |
| 365-day Installs | 715 | 2.9K |
| Version | 7.0.7,50095 | 4.0.2,17889 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 160 |
| GitHub Forks | — | 4 |
| Open Issues | — | 2 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | — | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | May 11, 2023 | Apr 14, 2023 |
Reviews
Synology Assistant
Synology Assistant is a tool for managing Synology NAS devices across a local network. It offers features like monitoring, backup management, and multimedia access, making it ideal for NAS users who need a streamlined management solution.
Manages Synology NAS devices across a local area network.
Pros
- + Streamlines NAS management with a dedicated interface
- + User-friendly design for ease of use
- + Access to NAS features directly from macOS
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality
- - Limited to Synology NAS devices
Synology Drive
Synology Drive is a macOS app that syncs and backs up files to Synology NAS devices, offering a seamless way to manage your data. It's ideal for users who own Synology NAS systems and want to ensure their files are securely stored and easily accessible.
Syncs and backs up files to Synology NAS devices.
Pros
- + Provides ease of use for managing files on Synology NAS.
- + Integrates well with the Synology ecosystem.
- + Includes auto-update functionality for convenience.
Cons
- - Unofficial package may lead to less support.
- - Known issues with connection management and UI elements.