Comparison

Tempest 3 vs ServerX

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

Head to head
About

Tempest 3

This cross-platform client offers robust server management with AI assistance for diagnostics and task completion. Securely connect, edit files, and synchronize workflows across devices with advanced encryption and collaboration features.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Cloud synchronization
  • Advanced security with end-to-end encryption
  • AI Copilot for server tasks
  • Comprehensive SSH/SFTP support
  • Server and Kubernetes management
  • Collaboration and sharing features
Features
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Tempest is the SSH and Remote Desktop client built for people who actually manage servers. Connect via SSH, SFTP, or Mosh. Forward ports. Transfer files. Manage Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate in real-time. All from your phone, tablet, or Mac — with end-to-end encrypted cloud sync across every device. CORE FEATURES • SSH & Mosh — Reliable connections, even on flaky networks. Mosh keeps your session alive where SSH drops. • SFTP File Manager — Browse, edit, and transfer remote files with a native file manager experience. • Port Forwarding — Set up local and remote SSH tunnels in seconds. • Storm AI (Pro) — An AI agent that plans, executes, and completes terminal tasks for you. Not a chatbot — a copilot that actually runs commands. • Real-Time Collaboration — Invite teammates into your live terminal session. Debug together, resolve faster. • Kubernetes — Sync kubeconfigs, switch clusters, manage pods with AI-assisted workflows. • Post-Quantum Cryptography — One-tap switch to PQC key exchange. Protect your connections against future quantum threats today. • Connection Multiplexing — Reuse TCP connections. New sessions open instantly as additional channels. • Hardware Security Keys — FIDO2 / YubiKey authentication via ed25519-sk and ecdsa-sk. • 1Password Integration — Pull credentials directly from your vault. SECURITY FIRST Zero-knowledge architecture. Your data is end-to-end encrypted before it ever leaves your device. Encryption keys stay on your device — we never see them. Encryption is fully open-sourced for transparency. SYNC EVERYTHING Sessions, keys, snippets, and configurations sync across major OS. Pick up exactly where you left off. PRO UNLOCKS • Background connection persistence • Biometric app lock • Server performance monitoring dashboard • Full Storm AI access • Cloud sync --- Tempest is built by engineers, for engineers. Questions? Join us on Discord: gotempest.app/discord

About

ServerX

Features
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ServerX manages servers via SSH, providing a comprehensive suite of monitoring, operations, automation tools. Instantly view server performance data and efficiently manage your servers. With just an SSH account, ServerX enables you to monitor your server’s operational status seamlessly. ◎ Free Features Provided by ServerX: · System load averages (1/5/15 minutes) and uptime · CPU core count and usage metrics · Memory usage details · Disk performance: read/write speed, total read/write volume, latency, and IOPS · Network statistics: upload/download speed and total data transfer · Docker container status and metrics · Execution of individual scripts ◎ Unlock ServerX Pro for Premium Features: · Full Terminal access · Multiple Terminal color schemes · Advanced Docker container management · Execute scripts on multiple servers simultaneously · iCloud sync for seamless data sharing across devices (private iCloud storage) · Face ID protection for enhanced security ◎ Data Security: · ServerX does not upload or track any of your server data. All data is stored locally on your device and in your private iCloud storage. ◎ Unlock advanced functions: · Auto-renewable service description: - ServerX unlocks advanced features and automatically renews: monthly, annual, 3-day free trial (annual subscription automatically renews after expiration) - Renewals will be charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the cycle - Ability to manage your subscriptions in your App Store · Lifetime unlocking of advanced features: - ServerX unlocks advanced features for one-time purchase and lifetime use ◎ Privacy Policy: https://serversx.app/privacy/ ◎ Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tempest 34 screens
ServerX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tempest 3 at every 5 days against ServerX's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Tempest 3 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and ServerX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tempest 3 ships an update every 5 days, ServerX every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Tempest 3 versus ServerX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTempest 3ServerX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size178 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAtlas Express LLCTianjin Cosine Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Tempest 3

Subscriptions2
  • Tempest Pro - Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Tempest Pro - Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tempest Pro Lifetime$179.99
4 purchases

ServerX

Subscriptions3
  • Premium - Month Plan$1.991 Month
  • Premium - 3 days trial3 Days trial$5.991 Year
  • Premium - Year Plan$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium - Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Tempest 3 free?
Tempest 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ServerX free?
ServerX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tempest 3 or ServerX have ads?
Neither Tempest 3 nor ServerX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tempest 3 or ServerX?
Tempest 3 ships an update every 5 days, and ServerX every 6 weeks. Most recently, Tempest 3 was updated on October 27, 2026 and ServerX on October 28, 2026.

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