# WebSSH vs nRF Connect Device Manager

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: nRF Connect Device Manager at none against WebSSH's 3. nRF Connect Device Manager also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). WebSSH's advantage is ratings volume (2.5K vs 2) and chart position (#18 vs #180). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WebSSH sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. nRF Connect Device Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

nRF Connect Device Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WebSSH has 2.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of WebSSH's written reviews are positive against 100% of nRF Connect Device Manager's.

WebSSH ships an update every 2 weeks, nRF Connect Device Manager every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WebSSH | nRF Connect Device Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webssh-sysadmin-toolbox/id497714887/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-connect-device-manager/id1519423539/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 86.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#18** | #180 |
| Size | 254 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MENGUS ARNAUD](https://appshunter.io/developer/461353964) | [Nordic Semiconductor ASA](https://appshunter.io/developer/497679114) |

## What reviewers say

### WebSSH

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webssh-sysadmin-toolbox/id497714887)

**Currently charting:** #18 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #100 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing remote servers. It offers secure SSH, SFTP, Telnet, and Port Forwarding capabilities, along with file management and built-in diagnostic utilities. Customize your workflow with extensive profile options for a seamless server management experience.

**Highlights:** SSH, SFTP, Telnet, Port Forwarding client, Secure authentication methods, Integrated SFTP file management, Customizable terminal profiles, Built-in sysadmin diagnostic tools, Local mashREPL shell

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WebSSH Developer Tip | $1.99 | per month |
| WebSSH Developer Tip | $9.99 | per year |
| WebSSH PRO | $15.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient and fast
- 🔒 Secure SSH/SFTP connections
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 💡 Useful additional tools (ping, traceroute, etc.)
- 👍 Seamless iCloud sync across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or connection issues
- 🐛 Copy/paste functionality can be buggy
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices/iOS versions
- 🐛 Slow input response in some cases
- 🐛 SFTP limitations (no folder uploads, etc.)

**Reported bugs**

- Connections failing randomly
- Session saving not working reliably
- Clipboard issues (pasting previous content)
- Drag and drop file uploads not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for function keys
- Improve SFTP functionality (folder uploads, file details, etc.)
- Implement background session support
- Add option to save SSH key passphrases
- Provide a way to mass import/export SSH connections


### nRF Connect Device Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nrf-connect-device-manager/id1519423539)

**Currently charting:** #180 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This tool allows for the updating and management of devices running specific SDKs via Bluetooth LE. It supports features like firmware updates, file system access, and device reset.

**Highlights:** Firmware Update Over-The-Air (FOTA), File System Management, Device Reset, Logs & Stats, Bluetooth LE Support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WebSSH free?

WebSSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is nRF Connect Device Manager free?

nRF Connect Device Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WebSSH or nRF Connect Device Manager?

nRF Connect Device Manager is rated higher. WebSSH averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while nRF Connect Device Manager averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do WebSSH or nRF Connect Device Manager have ads?

Neither WebSSH nor nRF Connect Device Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WebSSH or nRF Connect Device Manager?

WebSSH ships an update every 2 weeks, and nRF Connect Device Manager every 3 weeks. Most recently, WebSSH was updated on October 1, 2026 and nRF Connect Device Manager on October 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WebSSH or nRF Connect Device Manager?

WebSSH currently peaks at #18 in the App Store charts, and nRF Connect Device Manager at #180. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*