Comparison

ProxMobo vs VimKey

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

Head to head
About

ProxMobo

Manage and monitor your Proxmox VE and Proxmox Backup Server from your iOS device. Control virtual machines and containers, view system resources, and access VNC and terminal for comprehensive management.

Highlights
  • Manage VMs and containers
  • Monitor system resources
  • Start, stop, and reboot VMs/containers
  • Browse cluster tasks
  • Home screen widgets for node stats
  • VNC and terminal access
  • TOTP and Face ID support
Features
Read full description

ProxMobo is a powerful monitoring and management app for Proxmox VE and Proxmox Backup Server. With ProxMobo, you can easily manage VMs and containers all from your iOS device. Features: - TOTP and Face ID support - View and manage VMs and containers - Monitor CPU usage, memory usage, and other system resources - Control VM and container via start, stop, and reboot operations - Browse cluster tasks - Widgets: View Proxmox VE node stats right from your Home Screen - Utilities - Temperature monitoring for cluster nodes - Bonjour/mDNS discovery for local network services/devices - Access Proxmox VE Node/VM/CT through VNC for intuitive, visual management. - Enhanced Terminal Emulator Access: Connect to Proxmox VE Node/VM/CT with a fully customizable terminal interface, now featuring: - Customizable Themes: Tailor the terminal's appearance to your liking with a selection of themes. - Font Family Options: Choose from various font families for better readability and personal preference. - Adjustable Font Size: Easily adjust the font size for optimal visibility and comfort. Learn how to use: https://www.proxmobo.app/docs/intro Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.proxmobo.app/docs/privacy This is a third party app and has no affiliation with or endorsement from Proxmox Server Solutions GmbH. Proxmox® is a registered trademark of Proxmox Server Solutions GmbH in the EU, the U.S., and other countries.

About

VimKey

Enhance your mobile editing experience with Vim-style navigation and dedicated arrow keys. This app offers precise cursor control for developers and power users on iOS devices, bringing desktop-level efficiency to your fingertips.

Highlights
  • Vim-style HJKL navigation
  • Dedicated directional arrow keys
  • Dual layout switching
  • Privacy-focused data handling
  • Haptic feedback and click sounds
Features
Read full description

Master Your Cursor on iOS Editing code and managing SSH sessions on a mobile device can be painful. The default magnifying glass cursor is imprecise, and fingers often block the exact characters you need to select. VimKey brings desktop level cursor precision to your iPhone and iPad. Key Features Dedicated Arrow Keys and Joystick Navigation Move the cursor step by step with dedicated arrow keys or the touch joystick pad. Navigate across lines effortlessly without obscuring the screen. Vim Style Navigation Fly through documents with classic Vim navigation and essential modifier keys designed for developers and terminal users. Select Mode and Quick Copy Toggle Select Mode on and navigate with directional keys to highlight text with ease. Copy selected text straight to the clipboard with one tap. Dual Layouts Switch seamlessly between the navigation layout and a standard QWERTY keyboard. Unlock QWERTY temporarily by watching a short ad, or unlock forever with a one-time purchase. Privacy First Your input belongs to you. Full Access is requested exclusively for haptic feedback and click sounds. We never collect, store, or transmit your keystrokes. Important Note Due to iOS browser limitations, modifier keys such as Esc, Tab, Ctrl, and arrow keys do not function in browser-based WebSSH clients. For the best experience, please use a native Terminal app. Contact Feedback and suggestions are welcome. Email: mozhenbear@zodic.dev

Screenshots

ProxMobo4 screens
VimKey3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ProxMobo at 4.9 against VimKey's 3.4. ProxMobo also leads on ratings volume (496 vs 5) and review sentiment (91% vs 67%). VimKey's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. ProxMobo sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and VimKey sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ProxMobo holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProxMobo has 496 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of ProxMobo's written reviews are positive against 67% of VimKey's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProxMobo ships an update every 3 weeks, VimKey every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ProxMobo versus VimKey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxMoboVimKey
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (496 ratings) — better3.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews91.1% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings496 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeng Lyuchuncheng su

Customer experience

ProxMobo

All ratings483 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral1.0%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews192 reviews
Positive91.1%
Neutral5.7%
Negative3.1%

VimKey

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

ProxMobo

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to clone VMs/Containers due to type check errors
  • Inconsistent behavior when connecting via VPN
  • Keyboard issues when using VNC on mobile devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Proxmox Ceph monitoring
  • Implement push notifications for critical events
  • Improve task logging and visibility
  • Introduce sorting and filtering options for VMs/Containers

VimKey

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ProxMobo

One-time2
  • 7-day TrialFree
  • Premium$6.99
1 purchases

VimKey

One-time1
  • qwert Layout$2.99

Questions

Is ProxMobo free?
ProxMobo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VimKey free?
VimKey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProxMobo or VimKey?
ProxMobo is rated higher. ProxMobo averages 4.9 out of 5 from 496 ratings, while VimKey averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.
Do ProxMobo or VimKey have ads?
Neither ProxMobo nor VimKey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProxMobo or VimKey?
ProxMobo ships an update every 3 weeks, and VimKey every 4 days. Most recently, ProxMobo was updated on October 25, 2026 and VimKey on October 24, 2026.

Other comparisons