Anker FWTool vs Unraid Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Anker FWTool
This utility app allows users to update the firmware on compatible Anker devices. Currently, it supports the Y2561 Lightning to Ethernet + Charging Adapter and requires iOS 13.0 or later.
- Firmware updates
- Anker product compatibility
- iOS 13.0+ support
- Lightning to Ethernet adapter support
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Get firmware updates for your Anker products. Notes Currently only works with Y2561 Lightning to Ethernet + Charging Adapter. We're still working on making it compatible with other products in the future. For iOS 13.0 and later.
Unraid Manager
Remotely monitor and control your Unraid server from your iPhone or iPad. Manage system status, Docker containers, virtual machines, and file shares with a native iOS app. Receive alerts and connect to multiple servers.
- Server Dashboard
- Docker Management
- Virtual Machine Control
- File Share Browsing
- System Health Monitoring
- Alert Notifications
- Multi-Server Support
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Unraid Manager Remote management for your Unraid server - monitor, control, and manage your home server from anywhere. What it does Unraid Manager lets you remotely monitor and control your Unraid server directly from your iPhone or iPad. Check system status, manage Docker containers, control virtual machines, and view file shares - all from a native iOS app designed specifically for Unraid. Key Features • Server Dashboard - Real-time CPU, memory, and array status • Docker Management - Start, stop, and monitor containers • Virtual Machines - Control VM power states and view resources• File Shares - Browse shares and check storage usage • System Health - Monitor disk status, temperatures, and SMART data • Notifications - Stay informed of system alerts and warnings • Multi-Server - Connect to multiple Unraid servers iPhone & iPad Optimised Native interface that adapts perfectly to your device - bottom tabs on iPhone and elegant sidebar navigation on iPad. Requirements: Unraid server with API access enabled --- Perfect for system administrators and home lab enthusiasts who want to monitor their Unraid servers on the go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Unraid Manager at 83% against Anker FWTool's 0%. Unraid Manager also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0). Anker FWTool's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.4). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Unraid Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Anker FWTool's written reviews are positive against 83% of Unraid Manager's.
| Parameter | Anker FWTool | Unraid Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (4 ratings) | 4.9 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Power Mobile Life LLC | CALLUM JAMES TEESDALE |
Customer experience
Anker FWTool
Unraid Manager
In-app purchases
Anker FWTool
No in-app purchases
Unraid Manager
No in-app purchases
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