Comparison

Docker Management vs Portainer Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Docker Management

Monitor and manage Docker events and resources remotely via SSH. Receive real-time notifications for container, image, and volume changes. Offers extensive control over Docker operations directly from your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Receive Docker event notifications
  • Connect via SSH with password or key
  • Manage containers (start, stop, remove)
  • Monitor container resource usage and logs
  • Build and manage Docker images
  • Manage Docker volumes and networks
  • Customize notification triggers and silence windows
Features
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Receive notifications of docker events such as "start,create,delete,tag etc" of "container/image/volume/network" directly to your mobile. Connect via ssh to your Linux/MacOS machine to monitor/manage your docker. This application allows you to: - add multiple servers - connect through password or ssh key - receive notifications on docker events - ability to customize notification triggers - select events to be notified - choose what to exclude/include - pick a silence window (to not receive notifications) - list containers - create containers - start containers (multiple at once) - stop containers (multiple at once) - restart containers (multiple at once) - remove containers (multiple at once) - inspect containers - view resource usage of containers - view logs of containers (real time) - search on logs of containers - enter shell of containers - list images - vulnerability image scanning - build images - search images on registries - pull images (also from private registries) - remove images (multiple at once) - inspect images - list volumes - remove volumes (multiple at once) - inspect volumes - list networks - remove networks (multiple at once) - inspect networks - docker compose - list projects - start project - stop project - restart project - remove project Features - Server info is stored on phone only (the data is wiped out once the app is removed) - Receive notifications on docker events - Run "docker system prune" to clean up unnecessary resources NOTE No docker daemon or docker api is required to be enabled for this app, simply connect via ssh. It is strongly recommended NOT to open unnecessary ports on your server (such as enabling docker daemon) as it can expose your server to more security threads. Q/A Q: Why I can not connect with non-root users? A: The docker commands are executed by the app without "sudo" so you will need to add your non-root user to the docker group with the following command: sudo usermod -aG docker $USER sudo reboot Q: How to connect to Docker Desktop on MacOS? A: On MacOS, enable 'Remote Login' and if using non-root user, add user to the docker group. Q: How to connect to Synology server? A: If using non-root user, then add user to docker group on your server: sudo synogroup --add docker sudo synogroup --memberadd docker $USER sudo chown root:docker /var/run/docker.sock Q: How to connect to QNAP server? A: If non-root user, then add user to docker group on your server: sudo addgroup $USER administrators Terms of Use (EULA) - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Found a bug? Send an email to: nevis.applications@gmail.com

About

Portainer Mobile

Manage Docker environments directly from your mobile device. Monitor container stats, control lifecycles, access logs, and manage images and networks securely. Offers a native, high-performance experience for DevOps engineers and administrators.

Highlights
  • Real-time container monitoring
  • Full container lifecycle management
  • Real-time log streaming
  • Multi-server support
  • Image and network management
  • Secure terminal interface
Features
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Portainer Mobile is the definitive professional tool for managing your Docker environments directly from your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Built specifically for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and developers, this app brings the full power of the Portainer API to your pocket, ensuring your containers stay healthy and your deployments stay on track—no matter where you are. Trusted by over 1,000 users on other platforms with top-tier feedback, Portainer Mobile offers a native, high-performance experience that makes server management feel effortless. KEY FEATURES Real-Time Monitoring: View live stats for your containers, including CPU usage, memory consumption, and network health. Complete Lifecycle Management: Start, stop, restart, or remove containers with a single tap. Log Access on the Go: Debug issues in seconds with real-time log streaming and a searchable console. Multi-Server Support: Seamlessly switch between multiple Portainer instances or environments. Image & Network Management: Manage your local and remote images and inspect network configurations with ease. Push-to-Action: Quickly execute commands on running containers through a secure terminal interface. BUILT FOR SECURITY We know that server security is your #1 priority. Portainer Mobile uses a direct API connection to your server. Zero Middle-Man: Your credentials and API keys are stored securely on your device’s Keychain. No Data Harvesting: We do not track your server activity or collect your container data. Encrypted Communication: Always connects via HTTPS to ensure your data is shielded. WHY PORTAINER MOBILE? Unlike mobile web browsers that are clunky and hard to navigate, Portainer Mobile provides a Native iOS Experience. Whether you are managing a single Raspberry Pi at home or a complex swarm in the cloud, our interface is designed for speed and clarity. SUPPORT & COMMUNITY We are committed to making this the best Docker management tool on the App Store. Join our growing community of users and help us shape the future of mobile DevOps. Official Website: https://umegs.com Support: info@umegs.com

Screenshots

Docker Management4 screens
Portainer Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Docker Management at 3.0 against Portainer Mobile's 2.0. Docker Management also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Portainer Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Docker Management sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Portainer Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Docker Management holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Docker Management's written reviews are positive against 0% of Portainer Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Docker Management ships an update monthly, Portainer Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Docker Management versus Portainer Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocker ManagementPortainer Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (3 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNevis ShkenzaUMEGS

Customer experience

Docker Management

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative20.0%

Portainer Mobile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Docker Management

Subscriptions2
  • Docker Monthly Pro$1.991 Month
  • Docker Yearly Pro$12.991 Year
One-time5
  • Small Donation$2.99
  • Good Donation$9.99
  • Docker Lifetime$29.99
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  • Pretty Good Donation$49.99
  • The Best Donation$99.99
None

Portainer Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Docker Management free?
Docker Management is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Portainer Mobile free?
Portainer Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Docker Management or Portainer Mobile?
Docker Management is rated higher. Docker Management averages 3.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Portainer Mobile averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Docker Management or Portainer Mobile have ads?
Neither Docker Management nor Portainer Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Docker Management or Portainer Mobile?
Docker Management ships an update monthly, and Portainer Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Docker Management was updated on September 22, 2026 and Portainer Mobile on September 21, 2026.

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