eScan Authenticator vs MeshRemote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eScan Authenticator
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eScan/Nemasis Authenticator generates 2-Step Verification codes on your phone. 2-Step Verification provides stronger security for your Nemasis and eScan Account by requiring a second step of verification when you sign in. In addition to your password, you’ll also need a code generated by the eScan Authenticator app on your phone. Features include: * Generate time-based verification codes without a data connection * eScan Authenticator works with many providers & accounts * Automatic setup via QR code
MeshRemote
This client allows you to manage MeshCentral agents from your iPhone or iPad. Access remote desktops, SSH terminals, file management, and power commands for your devices.
- Multiple server profiles
- Remote desktop control
- SSH terminal emulation
- Direct agent shell access
- File browsing and transfer
- Remote power commands
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MeshRemote is an unofficial iOS client for MeshCentral, the open-source remote management platform. Connect to your own MeshCentral server and manage your home-lab or computer fleet. Right from your iPhone or iPad. FEATURES - Multiple Servers: Save as many MeshCentral server profiles as you need and switch between them instantly. - Remote Desktop: View and control device screens with native decoding of MeshCentral's desktop protocol and smooth trackpad-style input. - SSH: Full terminal emulation through your server's SSH relay. - Terminal: Open an agent shell directly on a device (great for Windows machines without SSH). - Files: Browse drives and folders, download and upload files, create folders, rename, and delete. - Power Commands: Wake-on-LAN, restart, sleep, and power off your devices remotely. MeshRemote is an independent, third-party client and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the MeshCentral project. A MeshCentral Server is required in order to utilize all the features of this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MeshRemote at fortnightly against eScan Authenticator's every 35 months. eScan Authenticator's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
eScan Authenticator ships an update every 35 months, MeshRemote fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eScan Authenticator | MeshRemote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MicroWorld Technologies Inc | Micah Ross |
In-app purchases
eScan Authenticator
No in-app purchases
MeshRemote
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is eScan Authenticator free?
Is MeshRemote free?
Do eScan Authenticator or MeshRemote have ads?
Which is updated more often, eScan Authenticator or MeshRemote?
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