Comparison

ServerBox vs Scrcpy Remote

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

Head to head
About

ServerBox

Manage your Linux servers remotely with SSH and SFTP. Control Docker containers and utilize experimental snippet features. Ping your servers to check connectivity.

Highlights
  • SSH client
  • SFTP client
  • Docker/Podman management
  • Snippet feature (experimental)
  • Ping utility
  • Open Source
Features
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This project is completely OPEN SOURCE. You can click the "App Support" button near the score below to download other system versions or compile them by yourself. Support for major Linux distributions. Support SSH, SFTP, docker/podman management, snippet.(experimental feature) Support Ping.

About

Scrcpy Remote

Control your Linux, Windows, or macOS desktop remotely from any device. Access your computer for work or management with high-quality screen mirroring and full mouse/keyboard control. Supports various network connections, including secure Tailscale integration.

Highlights
  • Universal desktop access (Linux, Windows, macOS)
  • Full mouse and keyboard control
  • High-quality screen mirroring
  • Network and Tailscale connectivity
  • VNC server compatibility
  • Automatic reconnection
Features
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Scrcpy Remote - Desktop Remote Control Scrcpy Remote is a powerful remote desktop application that enables seamless control of your Linux, Windows, or macOS computers from anywhere. With built-in VNC server support, you can access your desktop remotely for work, device management, and productivity tasks. 1. Universal Desktop Access Connect to Linux, Windows, and macOS computers. Full desktop control with mouse and keyboard support. High-quality screen mirroring and interaction. 2. Flexible Connectivity Options Network Connection: Access devices over local network or internet. Tailscale Integration: Secure peer-to-peer connections through Tailscale network. Reliable connection management with automatic reconnection. 3. VNC Server Compatibility Works with any VNC-enabled computer. Easy setup and configuration. Optimized performance for smooth remote sessions.

Screenshots

ServerBox4 screens
Scrcpy Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ServerBox at Free against Scrcpy Remote's $2.99. ServerBox also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

ServerBox is free to download; Scrcpy Remote costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ServerBox holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ServerBox has 90 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of ServerBox's written reviews are positive against 77% of Scrcpy Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ServerBox ships an update fortnightly, Scrcpy Remote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ServerBox versus Scrcpy Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterServerBoxScrcpy Remote
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.9 (90 ratings) — better4.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews91.1% of reviews — better77.3% of reviews
Number of ratings90 — better14
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer吐司工作室森 王

Customer experience

ServerBox

All ratings90 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive91.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative6.7%

Scrcpy Remote

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral6.8%
Negative15.9%

In-app purchases

None

ServerBox

No in-app purchases

None

Scrcpy Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ServerBox free?
ServerBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scrcpy Remote free?
Scrcpy Remote costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ServerBox or Scrcpy Remote?
ServerBox is rated higher. ServerBox averages 4.9 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while Scrcpy Remote averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.
Do ServerBox or Scrcpy Remote have ads?
Neither ServerBox nor Scrcpy Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ServerBox or Scrcpy Remote?
ServerBox ships an update fortnightly, and Scrcpy Remote every 2 months. Most recently, ServerBox was updated on September 16, 2026 and Scrcpy Remote on September 22, 2026.

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