Comparison

Remote Assistant by Remote vs Pocket Shell

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

Head to head
About

Remote Assistant by Remote

Features
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Remote Assistant lets you access your Home Assistant interface from anywhere โ€“ no VPN or static IP required. A secure SSH tunnel connects your system to the Remote-RED servers, allowing you to conveniently reach your dashboard via the app. Remote Assistant is a paid service from Remote-RED, an app that has already helped thousands of Node-RED users to use their dashboard on the go. It's a lean, simple and affordable solution if you just want to access Home Assistant from the internet. It doesn't have the functionality of the Home Assistant app or Home Assistant Cloud and doesn't aim to. Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pocket Shell

Features
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Pocket Shell is a modern SSH client built for developers, server owners, IT users and anyone who needs quick access to remote machines from a mobile device. Connect to your servers, manage saved hosts, browse files with SFTP and run terminal commands from one clean, dark-mode interface. Whether you are checking a VPS, managing a cloud instance, accessing a Linux server or handling quick maintenance tasks while away from your computer, Pocket Shell gives you a simple and focused way to stay connected. Key Features: * SSH Client Save and organize your server connections in one place. Add host details such as hostname, port, username and authentication method, then access your servers quickly when needed. * Terminal Access Open a remote terminal session and run commands directly from your phone. Pocket Shell is designed for quick checks, server monitoring, command execution and remote troubleshooting. * Built-in SFTP File Browser Browse remote folders and manage server files through a clean SFTP interface. Move through directories, view folder structures and access server files without switching tools. * Local Terminal Access a local terminal area for command-line workflows directly inside the app. * Clean Dark Interface Pocket Shell uses a focused dark UI with clear text, simple navigation and developer-friendly controls, making it comfortable to use during long sessions or quick checks. Designed For: - Developers - System administrators - Cloud server users - VPS owners - Linux users - Homelab users - IT support users - Students learning server management - Anyone who needs SSH access on mobile Why Pocket Shell? Pocket Shell is built around one idea: remote server access should feel simple, clean and reliable on mobile. Instead of a cluttered interface, the app keeps the most important tools close: saved hosts, SSH terminal, SFTP file browsing, authentication options and quick access controls. Use Pocket Shell when you need to: - Connect to a Linux server - Check server status - Run quick terminal commands - Manage SSH hosts - Browse remote files with SFTP - Access your VPS or cloud instance - Work with your homelab server - Handle quick server maintenance while away from your computer

Screenshots

Remote Assistant by Remote2 screens
Pocket Shell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pocket Shell at none against Remote Assistant by Remote's 2. Remote Assistant by Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Remote Assistant by Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months. Pocket Shell asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 3 level
Remote Assistant by Remote versus Pocket Shell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Assistant by RemotePocket Shell
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 โ€” better15.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size10 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLooking4Cache UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)Apps Haus

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote Assistant by Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Remote Access - 3 Months7 Days trial$2.993 Months
  • Remote Access - 1 Year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
None

Pocket Shell

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote Assistant by Remote free?
Remote Assistant by Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pocket Shell free?
Pocket Shell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote Assistant by Remote or Pocket Shell have ads?
Neither Remote Assistant by Remote nor Pocket Shell shows ads.

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