Comparison

Bucketmate vs Portainer Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Bucketmate

Features
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Like Finder, but for S3-compatible storage. BucketMate helps you browse buckets, upload files, preview objects, create share links, and manage S3-compatible storage from a native app. - Fast file browsing and search - AWS S3, Cloudflare R2, Backblaze B2, DigitalOcean Spaces, MinIO, and other S3-compatible providers - Secure by design: credentials and data stay on your device - Trial includes one connection and uploads up to 100MB - Upgrade to Pro to unlock larger uploads and advanced actions

About

Portainer Mobile

Manage Docker environments directly from your mobile device. Monitor container stats, control lifecycles, access logs, and manage images and networks securely. Offers a native, high-performance experience for DevOps engineers and administrators.

Highlights
  • Real-time container monitoring
  • Full container lifecycle management
  • Real-time log streaming
  • Multi-server support
  • Image and network management
  • Secure terminal interface
Features
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Portainer Mobile is the definitive professional tool for managing your Docker environments directly from your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Built specifically for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and developers, this app brings the full power of the Portainer API to your pocket, ensuring your containers stay healthy and your deployments stay on track—no matter where you are. Trusted by over 1,000 users on other platforms with top-tier feedback, Portainer Mobile offers a native, high-performance experience that makes server management feel effortless. KEY FEATURES Real-Time Monitoring: View live stats for your containers, including CPU usage, memory consumption, and network health. Complete Lifecycle Management: Start, stop, restart, or remove containers with a single tap. Log Access on the Go: Debug issues in seconds with real-time log streaming and a searchable console. Multi-Server Support: Seamlessly switch between multiple Portainer instances or environments. Image & Network Management: Manage your local and remote images and inspect network configurations with ease. Push-to-Action: Quickly execute commands on running containers through a secure terminal interface. BUILT FOR SECURITY We know that server security is your #1 priority. Portainer Mobile uses a direct API connection to your server. Zero Middle-Man: Your credentials and API keys are stored securely on your device’s Keychain. No Data Harvesting: We do not track your server activity or collect your container data. Encrypted Communication: Always connects via HTTPS to ensure your data is shielded. WHY PORTAINER MOBILE? Unlike mobile web browsers that are clunky and hard to navigate, Portainer Mobile provides a Native iOS Experience. Whether you are managing a single Raspberry Pi at home or a complex swarm in the cloud, our interface is designed for speed and clarity. SUPPORT & COMMUNITY We are committed to making this the best Docker management tool on the App Store. Join our growing community of users and help us shape the future of mobile DevOps. Official Website: https://umegs.com Support: info@umegs.com

Screenshots

Bucketmate4 screens
Portainer Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Portainer Mobile at none against Bucketmate's 2. Portainer Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Bucketmate sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Portainer Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bucketmate ships an update every 10 days, Portainer Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bucketmate versus Portainer Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBucketmatePortainer Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTran Huu DungUMEGS

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Bucketmate

One-time2
  • Bucketmate Pro$18.99
  • Bucketmate Pro$28.99
None

Portainer Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bucketmate free?
Bucketmate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Portainer Mobile free?
Portainer Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bucketmate or Portainer Mobile have ads?
Neither Bucketmate nor Portainer Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bucketmate or Portainer Mobile?
Bucketmate ships an update every 10 days, and Portainer Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bucketmate was updated on October 30, 2026 and Portainer Mobile on October 31, 2026.

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