Comparison

WebSSH vs DnsChecker

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

Head to head
About

WebSSH

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
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Whether you're on the go or at your desk, WebSSH keeps you connected — anytime, anywhere! ٩(^‿^)۶ WebSSH is a professional SSH, Mosh, SFTP, Telnet, and Port Forwarding client for iOS and macOS — now with an integrated Proxmox client. Built for developers, system administrators, and IT professionals who need reliable, secure remote access wherever they are. CONNECT WITH CONFIDENCE Authenticate with passwords, two-factor challenge, or keys (RSA, DSA, ED25519, PuTTY). Connections are fast and stable, with support for local port forwarding, automatic startup commands, full terminal emulation (XTERM-256COLOR, XTERM, VT100), and custom profiles — themes, fonts, colors, and keyboard shortcuts tailored to your workflow. MANAGE FILES REMOTELY The integrated SFTP client lets you browse directories, create, rename, upload, and download files — and edit text files directly within the app. No separate FTP client needed. MORE THAN SSH WebSSH also supports Mosh, Telnet, and Serial connections, making it a versatile tool across a wide range of scenarios. Mosh (mobile shell) keeps your session alive through network changes, sleep, and flaky connections — switch from Wi-Fi to cellular and pick up right where you left off. Serial connections support full configuration (baud rate, parity, stop bits, flow control), and Telnet supports both direct and interactive authentication. PROXMOX AT YOUR FINGERTIPS NEW: WebSSH now includes a built-in Proxmox client. Connect to one or more Proxmox servers and clusters, monitor your nodes at a glance (CPU, memory, storage), and manage your VMs and LXC containers — start, stop, reboot and migrate them right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. BUILT-IN SYSADMIN TOOLKIT Quick diagnostics without leaving the app: Ping, Traceroute, DNS Lookup, and Whois. The mashREPL feature gives you a fully local shell (ls, grep, curl, ping, tar, and more) that works even without internet access. WHY WEBSSH? Most SSH clients are either too basic or too bloated. WebSSH hits the sweet spot: professional-grade features, a clean mobile-first interface, and rock-solid reliability — every on-device feature unlocked with a single one-time PRO purchase, yours for life. One app. Every protocol. Zero compromises. Download WebSSH and keep your servers close at hand, no matter where you are. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DnsChecker

Features
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"DNS & Traceroute Checker" is a powerful network diagnostic app that helps you monitor and analyze your internet connectivity. With features like DNS record lookup, traceroute analysis, and real-time IP address detection, this app is perfect for network administrators, developers, and tech enthusiasts. Quickly identify domain information, trace network routes, and troubleshoot connectivity issues with ease. Designed with a user-friendly interface and seamless performance, it's your go-to tool for domain and network analysis.

Screenshots

WebSSH4 screens
DnsChecker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: WebSSH at Free against DnsChecker's $2.99. WebSSH also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months) and chart position (#22 vs unranked). DnsChecker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.0). On 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

WebSSH is free to download; DnsChecker costs $2.99 up front. WebSSH sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DnsChecker asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WebSSH ships an update every 2 weeks, DnsChecker every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
WebSSH versus DnsChecker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebSSHDnsChecker
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.7 (2.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#22 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size254 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMENGUS ARNAUDDocs Printing SRL

Bugs and requests

WebSSH

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

DnsChecker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

WebSSH

Subscriptions2
  • WebSSH Developer Tip$1.991 Month
  • WebSSH Developer Tip$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • WebSSH PRO$15.00
None

DnsChecker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WebSSH free?
WebSSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DnsChecker free?
DnsChecker costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do WebSSH or DnsChecker have ads?
Neither WebSSH nor DnsChecker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WebSSH or DnsChecker?
WebSSH ships an update every 2 weeks, and DnsChecker every 8 months. Most recently, WebSSH was updated on October 1, 2026 and DnsChecker on September 21, 2026.

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