Comparison

ShellBean vs MyServers

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

Head to head
About

ShellBean

A powerful SSH and SFTP client with integrated monitoring and scripting automation for efficient Linux server management. Offers advanced terminal features, file editing, and secure data synchronization.

Highlights
  • AI-enhanced SSH/SFTP client
  • Server monitoring tools
  • Scripting automation
  • Built-in text editor
  • Multi-level jump server login
  • SFTP file management
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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ShellBean is a professional, modern, full-featured SSH SFTP client that integrates monitoring and scripting automation tools over SSH to help you quickly and easily manage your Linux servers without installing any third-party applications. ShellBean offers the following free features: - Move the cursor quickly with single-tap and long-press drag gestures in terminal - Supports multi-level jump servers login - Built-in text editor, easy to edit files - Multiple SSH terminal color schemes and fonts settings - SFTP within Files App (read-only) (iOS 16 and above) - Support for iOS/iPadOS/macOS systems - iPad split-screen support - Support iOS 17 Widget, Monitor Server at Home Screen - Face ID unlock App - SSH Terminal - Zmodem rz sz file transfer - SSH keys management - Port forwarding, support for local, remote and dynamic three modes - Server, code snippets and Port forwardings can be managed in groups - Securely synchronize data between all your devices via iCloud (using only your private iCloud space) - View the process list, sort by PID, COMMAND, CPU, MEM - View server usage per CPU core - Support displaying CPU temperature - Memory usage - Network traffic and rates, as well as traffic status for each interface - Disk Partition Occupancy and Read/Write Rates - Monitor the status of NVIDIA graphics cards - Select servers to run Snippets in batches - Manage Snippets and run them on servers within touchs - SFTP file management within Files App (iOS 16 and above) Unlocking the Premium version you will get the following features: - Dynamic port forwarding - Monitor disk inode data - Quickly execute snippets in the terminal - Terminal split screen and broadcast input - Terminal logging to file Data security: All data is only stored locally on your device and in your private iCloud space, we will not upload any of your server, key, script data. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://shellbean.app/privacy

About

MyServers

This app provides comprehensive server monitoring and management for cloud hosts, home NAS, and Raspberry Pi devices. It offers features like AI assistance, cross-platform compatibility, and robust container and download management.

Highlights
  • AI Assistant for server management
  • Cross-platform OS support
  • One-click installation and updates
  • Advanced encryption for secure communication
  • Real-time resource monitoring
  • Docker container management
  • Download task management (qBittorrent, Transmission, Aria2)
Features
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MyServers is an all-in-one server monitoring and management tool, designed to enhance the efficiency of your server operations. Whether you're a cloud host user, a home NAS owner, or a Raspberry Pi enthusiast, MyServers offers a comprehensive solution that supports multiple platforms, including Tencent Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, and Baidu Cloud hosts. Key Features: ● Rich Widgets: Each module features customized, elegant widgets that allow you to quickly monitor server and application status directly from your desktop. ● AI Assistant: Supports managing servers by calling tools through LLM large models (custom OpenAPI-compatible large models can be configured on the server side). ● Cross-Platform Compatibility: Supports various operating systems such as CentOS, Ubuntu, Windows, macOS, and more. ● One-Click Installation and Updates: Quick installation and updates via SSH login, saving your valuable time. It also supports QR code scanning for configuration. ● Advanced Encryption Communication: Utilizes advanced encryption technology to ensure secure data transmission. Keys are stored locally for privacy protection. ● Powerful Monitoring: Real-time monitoring of CPU, memory, network, and disk usage, with timely anomaly alerts. ● Container Management: Full Docker container management, including monitoring, starting, pausing, and deleting operations. ● Service Health Check: Supports TCP and HTTP protocols, regularly checking the health of backend services, and sending alerts when anomalies occur. ● Download Management: Manages qBittorrent download tasks, including adding, pausing, and deleting tasks. New download tasks can be added via links or files. ● Transmission: Manages Transmission download tasks, including adding, pausing, and deleting tasks. New download tasks can be added via links or files. ● Aria2: Manages Aria2 download tasks, including adding, pausing, and deleting tasks. New download tasks can be added via links or files. ● Proxmox: Supports management of virtual machines and LXC containers, along with system status monitoring. ● File Management: General file management support, allowing detailed management of each module’s data. ● Frp: Supports inner network penetration with a Frp topology display. Version Information: ● Free Version: Offers basic functionality, supporting the management of 1 server and 2 applications. ● Paid Version: Unlocks all features, includes a lifetime ad-free experience, and provides a complete set of features. Privacy & Security: ● We value your privacy and do not collect any user data. All interactions with the MyServers server are encrypted to protect your data. Visit our official website for more information: https://myservers.codeloverme.cn Privacy Policy: https://myservers.codeloverme.cn/private_policy/ Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Download MyServers and make server management simple and efficient! Experience the ultimate server monitoring and management features today and start your smart operations journey!

Screenshots

ShellBean4 screens
MyServers4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ShellBean at none against MyServers's shown. ShellBean also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 69%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Both are free to download. ShellBean sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and MyServers sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for ShellBean against 4.1 for MyServers. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 18 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of ShellBean's written reviews are positive against 69% of MyServers's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShellBean ships an update every 6 days, MyServers every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ShellBean versus MyServers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShellBeanMyServers
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (15 ratings)4.1 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews86.2% of reviews — better69.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1518 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size157 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer北京如电科技有限公司蕾 邱

Customer experience

ShellBean

All ratings15 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive86.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative6.2%

MyServers

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

ShellBean

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$19.99
  • Lifetime$24.99
3 purchases

MyServers

Subscriptions2
  • 按月订阅$0.991 Month
  • 按年订阅$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • 终身版$12.99

Questions

Is ShellBean free?
ShellBean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyServers free?
MyServers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShellBean or MyServers?
ShellBean and MyServers are both rated 4.1 out of 5 on the App Store, from 15 and 18 ratings respectively.
Do ShellBean or MyServers have ads?
MyServers shows ads; ShellBean does not.
Which is updated more often, ShellBean or MyServers?
ShellBean ships an update every 6 days, and MyServers every 3 days. Most recently, ShellBean was updated on September 22, 2026 and MyServers on September 24, 2026.

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