Comparison

NovaScale, Built for Tailscale vs SQL Server Elite

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

Head to head
About

NovaScale, Built for Tailscale

This app provides a secure and powerful SSH terminal, file management, and a MagicDNS-aware browser for your Tailscale network. It streamlines server management without needing to switch VPN apps, offering features like real-time monitoring and an integrated editor.

Highlights
  • Secure SSH terminal for Tailscale
  • SFTP file management with built-in editor
  • MagicDNS-aware browser for internal dashboards
  • Real-time Linux server monitoring
  • Multi-tab sessions and customizable themes
  • Resume SSH sessions after app suspension
Features
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NovaScale is a remote-work and server-operations workspace built for Tailscale. Use SSH, monitoring, private web tools, SFTP, Herdr, and Remote Codex from one app—without switching VPN apps. Built-in Tailscale connects your tailnet inside NovaScale. Traditional SSH hosts and Headscale are also supported. Core SSH, monitoring, web, and Remote Codex workflows are available free with practical limits. NovaScale Pro expands capacity and adds SFTP, flexible iCloud sync, remote push, container deployment, and advanced customization. ACCESS AND HOSTS - Discover tailnet machines automatically with live updates - Work with Tailscale SSH hosts and traditional SSH servers in one app SSH TERMINAL - Recover sessions across Wi-Fi, cellular, VPN, and foreground/background changes - Pin important terminal and tmux sessions for faster return - Scroll, click, and select with touch in mouse-aware terminal apps - Use Apple’s offline on-device dictation in Terminal and Codex on supported iOS 26 devices/languages; raw audio isn’t uploaded - Get command and argument suggestions as you type, with optional Bash/Zsh shell integration REMOTE HERDR - Connect to Herdr on Linux or Mac over SSH, through Tailscale or a traditional host - Switch workspaces, tabs, and agents with native controls and follow agent status - Pin sessions and detach without stopping remote agents - Paste clipboard images and use on-device dictation on supported devices - Free use includes three daily visits and one pin; Pro adds unlimited visits and pins, plus file and photo uploads - Requires a compatible Herdr installation on your host; tested with Herdr 0.9.1 REMOTE CODEX - Read math with adjustable text size and line spacing; search threads across projects and sync pins with compatible Codex desktop hosts - Connect to your own Codex CLI/app-server on Mac or Linux over Tailscale - Dictate prompts offline, follow goals and subagents, review Markdown and changes, and handle approvals remotely - NovaScale Pro adds optional remote push when host-backed work needs you, even while NovaScale is disconnected MONITOR AND ACT - View resource trends for CPU, memory, network, disk, and disk I/O - Inspect process details and end stalled processes remotely - Monitor and manage Docker containers - Detect and manage Apple containers on supported macOS hosts - Deploy new Docker and Apple containers with NovaScale Pro WEB AND FILE WORKFLOWS - Open dashboards and self-hosted services by URL, MagicDNS name, or Tailscale IP - Route browser traffic through a SOCKS5 or HTTP CONNECT proxy on another tailnet host - Optionally access sites using self-signed certificates - Keep audio playing in the background from services such as Jellyfin - With NovaScale Pro, browse, upload, download, preview, and edit remote files over SFTP - Share files from iOS into SFTP folders, active terminal sessions, and Remote Codex threads COMPATIBILITY - iOS 15+ for SSH, monitoring, Remote Codex, and file management - In-app web access requires iOS 17+ - Remote Codex requires your own Codex CLI/app-server - Apple Container features require a supported macOS host TRANSPARENCY - NovaScale is not affiliated with Tailscale Inc. or OpenAI - Optional Remote Push uses an open-source host-side companion agent included in the Codex bootstrap repository. It can be disabled at any time. - Remote Push sends only opaque IDs and signed lifecycle events—not prompts, code, commands, patches, responses, transcript paths, or working directories. - Codex bootstrap wrapper and companion agent: https://github.com/GalaxNet-Ltd/nova-codex-bootstrap - Built on a maintained libtailscale fork: https://github.com/GalaxNet-Ltd/libtailscale - Support: nova-support@galaxnet.cc - Terms: https://galaxnet.dev/nova/legal/tos/ - Privacy: https://galaxnet.dev/nova/legal/privacy/

About

SQL Server Elite

Features
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SQL Server Elite – Powerful Database Client for iOS Experience the biggest SQL Server Elite upgrade ever — a complete redesign powered by advanced tools, faster performance, and deeper control over Microsoft SQL Server databases. Major New Features • Advanced Query Execution – Run unlimited SQL Server queries with significantly improved performance • Multiple Query Workspaces – Work across multiple query editors simultaneously • Complete Table Management – Create, alter, and drop tables with ease • Data Manipulation Tools – Insert, update, and delete records with precision • Stored Procedures & Functions – Build and manage SQL Server stored procedures and user-defined functions • Database View Manager – Create and manage SQL Server views visually • Index Optimization Suite – Add, modify, or remove indexes for faster query response times • Job & Event Scheduling – Automate recurring SQL Server tasks with scheduled execution • Column Management Tools – Instantly reorder and modify table columns Import, Export & Backup • Export tables to CSV format • Import data seamlessly into SQL Server databases • Enhanced backup and restore system for safer and more reliable database operations Unlimited Database Access • Connect to and manage multiple SQL Server databases effortlessly • Optimized connection handling for greater stability and reliability Plus Even More • High-performance SQL execution engine • Completely redesigned UI/UX for a modern and intuitive experience • Premium support access for all users SQL Server Elite – Powerful Database Client for iOS SQL Server Elite is a powerful and secure SQL Server database client that puts complete database management in the palm of your hand. It allows you to connect to multiple Microsoft SQL Server databases securely from a single place on your Apple device. The best part? None of your SQL Server Elite data is ever stored on our servers. All your sensitive information—including server details, usernames, passwords, and configurations—is stored locally on your device and securely synced with iCloud. SQL Server Elite connects directly to your database server using your own credentials over a secure connection, ensuring 100% privacy, security, and full control over your database data—right from your handheld device. HIGHLIGHTS OF SQL SERVER ELITE ◆ Syntax highlighting with color-coded SQL queries ◆ Multiple code editor themes ◆ Backup your SQL Server databases ◆ SQL Server Index management ◆ SQL Server Stored Procedures and Functions ◆ SQL Server Views support ◆ No data stored on our servers or any third-party servers ◆ Secure local storage of all database connections within the app ◆ Biometric authentication – Supports Face ID / Touch ID for quick and secure access ◆ Execute any DDL, DML, DCL, or SELECT queries directly from your mobile device ◆ Powerful DDL operations with an intuitive GUI-based table structure editor ◆ Backup and restore SQL Server databases with ease ◆ Event Scheduler to execute one-time or recurring queries based on scheduled time STORE CONNECTION ◆ Cloud Synchronization – With SQL Server Elite, your database connection details are automatically synced securely with iCloud across your devices DIGITAL LIFE ◆ Manage Microsoft SQL Server databases efficiently anytime, anywhere using SQL Server Elite PREMIUM FEATURES ◆ Premium Version unlocks full access to all advanced and premium features FUTURE SCOPE & PLANS ◆ Cross-platform database connectivity – Coming Soon SUPPORT Email: mssqlelite@ayangtech.com Twitter: @ayangtech

Screenshots

NovaScale, Built for Tailscale4 screens
SQL Server Elite4 screens

Verdict

The call

NovaScale, Built for Tailscale and SQL Server Elite are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. NovaScale, Built for Tailscale sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SQL Server Elite sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
NovaScale, Built for Tailscale versus SQL Server Elite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNovaScale, Built for TailscaleSQL Server Elite
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGalaxNet Ltd.AYANG TECH SDN BHD

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NovaScale, Built for Tailscale

Subscriptions2
  • NovaScale Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • NovaScale Pro Annual14 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • NovaScale Pro Lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

SQL Server Elite

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Access$0.997 Days
  • Premium Access$2.991 Month
  • Premium Access$29.991 Year

Questions

Is NovaScale, Built for Tailscale free?
NovaScale, Built for Tailscale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQL Server Elite free?
SQL Server Elite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NovaScale, Built for Tailscale or SQL Server Elite have ads?
Neither NovaScale, Built for Tailscale nor SQL Server Elite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NovaScale, Built for Tailscale or SQL Server Elite?
NovaScale, Built for Tailscale ships an update every 2 months, and SQL Server Elite every 2 months. Most recently, NovaScale, Built for Tailscale was updated on October 7, 2026 and SQL Server Elite on October 11, 2026.

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