FlowStation vs ShellX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FlowStation
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FlowStation is your mobile command center for n8n. Trigger workflows, manage users, run audits, interact via chat, and keep your automations flowingβanywhere you go. Designed for makers, operators, and automation-driven teams, FlowStation gives you real-time access to your n8n server with a clean, fast, and intuitive interface built for mobile and Apple Watch. Key Features β’ Workflows View, activate, deactivate, and manage your workflows with complete control on the go. β’ Chat Integration Talk to your server using chat commands. Control workflows and retrieve data through natural, conversational inputs. β’ Form Integration Submit forms directly from your device and instantly trigger the automations behind them. β’ Webhook Tools Quickly trigger any webhook from your phone. Perfect for testing, debugging, or running tasks instantly. β’ User Management Activate, deactivate, and monitor user accounts directly from your n8n instance. β’ Apple Watch Support Execute workflows from your wrist with a single tap. Speed and convenience, hands-free. β’ Security Audit Run audits and check server security from your mobile device, ensuring your automations stay safe. β’ Beautiful Light & Dark Mode Designed to look sharp whether youβre automating in daylight or deep into the night.
ShellX
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The missing link between your phone and your automation workflows. ShellX is a thin client that connects your mobile device directly to n8n, Make, Zapier, Home Assistant, or any webhook endpoint. Voice, text, photos, documents, barcodes, GPS β everything goes straight to YOUR infrastructure. We never see your data. HOW IT WORKS 1. Configure your webhook URL 2. Send input (voice, text, photo, scan) 3. Your automation processes it 4. See the response (text, voice, or image) That's it. ShellX doesn't process anything β your workflow does. USE CASES - Chat with your AI agent connected to your company data - Field workers submitting reports via voice - Inventory management with barcode scanning - Home automation voice control - Client-facing interface for your automation agency KEY FEATURES - Works with ANY webhook (n8n, Make, Zapier, ESP32, custom APIs) - Voice input transcribed and sent to your workflow - Responses can be text, audio, or images - Labels to switch between multiple workflows instantly - Quick Mode for one-off commands, Chat Mode for conversations - QR and barcode scanner built-in - Photo and document uploads - Push notifications when your workflow responds - GPS location sharing PRIVACY BY DESIGN Your data never touches our servers. ShellX connects directly to your endpoint. Conversation history stays on your device. No accounts required for personal use. All features included. No ads. No data mining.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ShellX at every 3 days against FlowStation's every 2 weeks. ShellX also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FlowStation ships an update every 2 weeks, ShellX every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.
| Parameter | FlowStation | ShellX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Miguel Faggioni | Laurens van Leer B.V. |
In-app purchases
FlowStation
No in-app purchases
ShellX
No in-app purchases









