Comparison

ServerCat vs DnsChecker

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

Head to head
About

ServerCat

Monitor your Linux servers and Docker containers directly from your mobile device. View detailed resource usage, network traffic, and container stats. Offers an SSH terminal for remote management and automation capabilities.

Highlights
  • Server status monitoring
  • CPU, GPU, Memory usage
  • Network traffic and speed
  • Docker container stats
  • SSH Shell Terminal
  • Container management
Features
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ServerCat is a Linux monitor and Docker Management & SSH Terminal app. ServerCat makes it easy to monitor your server status on your mobile. It shows detail running status of your linux servers and docker containers. It only needs an SSH account without any other dependencies. It will not install any tools to your system. Free Features Monitor detail status of your server including: ・CPU usage per-core ・GPU usage and running process ・Memory usage ・Network traffic/speed and TCP stats ・Docker containers and stats ・Disk blocks and IO per second Premium Features ・ SSH Shell Terminal ・ Sync data across all your iOS devices ・ Create and Manage containers ・Background SSH Security: All SSH credentials are AES-encrypted and saved locally. The Cloud Sync uses iCloud to sync AES-encrypted data securely and nobody can inspect your data in the cloud. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://servercat.app/privacy

About

DnsChecker

Features
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"DNS & Traceroute Checker" is a powerful network diagnostic app that helps you monitor and analyze your internet connectivity. With features like DNS record lookup, traceroute analysis, and real-time IP address detection, this app is perfect for network administrators, developers, and tech enthusiasts. Quickly identify domain information, trace network routes, and troubleshoot connectivity issues with ease. Designed with a user-friendly interface and seamless performance, it's your go-to tool for domain and network analysis.

Screenshots

ServerCat4 screens
DnsChecker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ServerCat at Free against DnsChecker's $2.99. ServerCat also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 8 months) and chart position (#76 vs unranked). DnsChecker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

ServerCat is free to download; DnsChecker costs $2.99 up front. ServerCat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. DnsChecker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ServerCat ships an update every 5 days, DnsChecker every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
ServerCat versus DnsChecker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterServerCatDnsChecker
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.6 (996 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings996 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#76 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEarly Moon, LLCDocs Printing SRL

Bugs and requests

ServerCat

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Connection issues and failed logins
  • Server status not refreshing properly
  • Crashes when switching between screens or using certain features
  • Incompatibility with certain server configurations (e.g., Debian/Ubuntu only for some features)

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add support for SFTP
  • Implement Celsius temperature display
  • Add home screen widgets for server status
  • Improve syncing of servers and SSH keys across devices
  • Enhance Docker/container management features
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  • Add support for Telnet and other protocols
  • Improve terminal experience (e.g., Tmux bindings, font customization)

DnsChecker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ServerCat

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Annual Subscription7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Upgrade Discount$5.99
  • ServerCat Lifetime Premium$18.99
None

DnsChecker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ServerCat free?
ServerCat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DnsChecker free?
DnsChecker costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ServerCat or DnsChecker have ads?
Neither ServerCat nor DnsChecker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ServerCat or DnsChecker?
ServerCat ships an update every 5 days, and DnsChecker every 8 months. Most recently, ServerCat was updated on September 30, 2026 and DnsChecker on September 21, 2026.

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