Comparison

Scale Manager vs Unraid Deck

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

Head to head
About

Scale Manager

Easily manage multiple Headscale servers from a single application. This utility provides a straightforward interface for server administration.

Highlights
  • Manage multiple Headscale servers
  • Single application interface
  • Server administration utility
Features
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This simple but useful app allows you to manage multiple Headscale servers through one app

About

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.

Highlights
  • SSH Terminal access
  • Real-time push notifications
  • Smart Connect for network switching
  • Home Screen Widgets
  • Dashboard monitoring
  • Docker & VM management
  • Biometric lock
Features
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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. CA App Store • Browse and search Docker apps and plugins in Community Applications. • Configure and install Docker apps using CA store templates. • Install supported plugins, and view and uninstall installed 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. Storage Management • View arrays, disks, and shares. • View storage pool capacity and member disks. • Start and stop the array. • View parity check status and history, choose check modes, and control checks. Server Power Controls • Shut down or reboot your server remotely. Docker Management • Create, edit, and delete containers using Unraid and CA store templates. • Control containers individually or in batches, including start, stop, and restart; view container status and live logs. • Update Docker containers in batches. • Use Compose groups and custom 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 • The Unraid Deck Bridge companion plugin is required for Docker creation, editing and image updates, server power controls, array start/stop, and plugin uninstallation. • Docker creation, editing and image updates, plus installation and uninstallation of regular plugins, require Unraid Deck Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://unraid.mccray.app/privacy/

Screenshots

Scale Manager4 screens
Unraid Deck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scale Manager at none against Unraid Deck's 2. Scale Manager also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.1). Unraid Deck's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (26 vs 4). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. Unraid Deck sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Scale Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scale Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unraid Deck has 26 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scale Manager ships an update every 2 months, Unraid Deck weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Scale Manager versus Unraid Deck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScale ManagerUnraid Deck
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.8 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings426 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGage m祥瑞 谢

Customer experience

Scale Manager

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Unraid Deck

All ratings26 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scale Manager

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Unraid Deck

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Scale Manager free?
Scale Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scale Manager or Unraid Deck?
Scale Manager is rated higher. Scale Manager averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Unraid Deck averages 4.8 from 26 ratings.
Do Scale Manager or Unraid Deck have ads?
Neither Scale Manager nor Unraid Deck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scale Manager or Unraid Deck?
Scale Manager ships an update every 2 months, and Unraid Deck weekly. Most recently, Scale Manager was updated on October 30, 2026 and Unraid Deck on November 5, 2026.

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