Review for Plex vs Unraid Deck
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Review for Plex
This app provides server administrators with detailed insights and management tools for their Plex Media Server. Monitor streams, analyze viewing habits, and control library settings directly from your device.
- Real-time stream monitoring
- In-depth viewing statistics
- Advanced media management
- Fix media matching
- Server and library control
- Powerful search functionality
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Review for Plex seamlessly integrates with your existing Plex Media Server, unlocking a wealth of data and insights at your fingertips. Review connects directly to your server's official API, giving you powerful insights without needing third-party tools. Please note that this application is designed for server administrators. To access certain advanced features, an active Plex Pass subscription may be required. For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of Plex Media Server. Monitor all current streams in real-time, see who is watching what, and get detailed information on every session. Sync your entire watch history to uncover fascinating statistics, including your most-played movies and shows, top users, and fun facts about your viewing habits. Review isn't just for viewing, it's for managing. - Take control of your media library like never before. - Refresh metadata, analyze media files for optimal playback, change posters, and easily fix incorrect media matches, all from your iPhone. - You can also access and modify a wide range of advanced server and library settings, giving you unparalleled control over your medias. Key Features: - Real-Time Activity Monitoring: See live stream details, including user, player, and location. - In-Depth Statistics: Discover your top media, active users, and peak viewing times. - Advanced Media Management: Refresh metadata, analyze files, and change artwork. - Fix Matching: Easily correct mismatched movies and shows. - Full Server & Library Control: Access and edit advanced settings. - Powerful Search: Instantly find any item in your libraries. - Native iOS Experience: A clean, fast, and responsive interface built with SwiftUI. Review for Plex is not affiliated with Plex Inc.
Unraid Deck
Manage and monitor your Unraid server remotely from your iOS device. Control Docker containers, VMs, and receive instant alerts with a secure, native experience. Features include an SSH terminal, real-time dashboards, and home screen widgets for quick access.
- SSH Terminal access
- Real-time push notifications
- Smart Connect for network switching
- Home Screen Widgets
- Dashboard monitoring
- Docker & VM management
- Biometric lock
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Securely control your Unraid server from your iPhone and iPad. Unraid Deck is a native iOS client for monitoring dashboards, managing files, Docker containers and Compose stacks, controlling VMs, receiving server alerts, streaming Docker logs, and accessing your server through a built-in SSH terminal. Built for direct server connections, privacy-first workflows, and a fast native iOS experience. Key Features: Built-In File Manager • Browse, upload, download, move, rename, preview, copy paths, view details, and delete files. • Secure direct access over SSH/SFTP. SSH Terminal • Open an SSH terminal in the app for remote access and command-line workflows. • Run Docker log shortcuts with one tap when SSH is configured. Real-Time Push Notifications • Receive critical Unraid server notifications through Apple APNs. • Archive, restore unread, and manage notifications in batches. Smart Connect & Built-In Tailscale • Automatically select Local, Public, or Tailnet routes for your current network. • Use built-in Tailscale for secure remote access through your Tailnet. Plugin Marketplace • Browse Community Applications plugins and install supported HTTPS .plg plugins. BT Download Manager • Manage qBittorrent and Transmission tasks, including status and common actions. Home Screen Widgets • Monitor CPU, memory, and array usage at a glance. • Start, stop, and restart Docker containers from your Home Screen. Dashboard • Monitor CPU, memory, network traffic, and storage array usage in real time. • View CPU temperature, power telemetry, network throughput, array health, parity status, and disk temperatures. Docker Management • Group containers by Compose project and choose stack icons. • Search and filter containers to find services quickly. • View container status, port mappings, and volume mounts. • Start, stop, restart, pause, resume, and update containers. • Run batch actions, stream live logs, and set custom container icons. Virtual Machine Control • Search, start, pause, resume, and force stop VMs. • Run batch operations across multiple VMs. • Monitor VM status instantly. Security & Privacy • The app connects directly to your Unraid server and does not route traffic through its own servers. • API keys are encrypted and stored in the iOS Keychain. • Protect access with Face ID or Touch ID. • Access servers behind authenticated reverse proxies such as Authelia. • Securely sync configuration across your Apple devices with iCloud. API Key Access Control • Create API keys with custom permission groups. • Use the Unraid Deck preset to fill required permissions. • View and copy API key details in the app. REQUIREMENTS • Unraid OS v6.12 or later; v7.2+ recommended • Unraid API enabled on your server • Valid API key for authentication • Network access to your Unraid server • SSH access for Terminal, Docker log shortcuts, and File Manager features Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://unraid.mccray.app/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Unraid Deck at 100% against Review for Plex's 0%. Unraid Deck also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (24 vs 1). Review for Plex's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Unraid Deck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Review for Plex asks for nothing beyond the download.
Unraid Deck holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unraid Deck has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Review for Plex's written reviews are positive against 100% of Unraid Deck's.
| Parameter | Review for Plex | Unraid Deck |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) | 4.8 (24 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 24 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 18.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BRUNO DURAND | 祥瑞 谢 |
Customer experience
Review for Plex
Unraid Deck
In-app purchases
Review for Plex
No in-app purchases
Unraid Deck
- Pro Lifetime$9.99







