Comparison

HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud vs Panelica

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

Head to head
About

HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud

Manage your Hetzner Cloud infrastructure on the go with this native application. Monitor server status, control actions like start/stop/reboot, and manage volumes, networks, firewalls, and storage boxes. Securely access your projects with API tokens stored in the iOS Keychain.

Highlights
  • Monitor server status and metrics
  • Start, stop, and reboot servers
  • Manage volumes, networks, and firewalls
  • Control Storage Boxes
  • Built-in SSH terminal
  • Support for multiple projects
Features
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Take full control of your Hetzner Cloud infrastructure with HetzMate. HetzMate is a powerful, native app that lets you monitor, manage, and control your Hetzner Cloud projects on the go. SERVERS • View all your cloud servers with real-time status indicators • Actions: Start, stop, reboot, and power-cycle servers • SSH: Connect via the built-in terminal • Monitor CPU, disk, and network metrics with graphs • Manage server backups and snapshots • View and manage attached volumes, networks, and firewalls INFRASTRUCTURE • Volumes: View, manage, and monitor your block storage volumes • Networks: Overview of private networks and subnets • Load Balancers: Monitor and manage your load balancers FIREWALLS • View firewall configurations • Add, edit, and delete firewall rules • Apply firewalls to your servers STORAGE BOXES • Manage your Hetzner Storage Boxes • View storage usage, access credentials, and settings The app supports multiple Projects and API tokens are securely stored in the iOS Keychain. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Hetzner Online GmbH. "Hetzner" is a trademark of Hetzner Online GmbH. HetzMate is an independent third-party application. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Panelica

Features
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Panelica Mobile lets you monitor and manage your Panelica hosting panel from anywhere, anytime. Stay on top of your server health with real-time CPU, RAM, disk, and network metrics. Manage domains, restart services, browse files, check backups, and even open a full SSH terminal — all from your pocket. Designed for system administrators and hosting professionals who need fast, reliable access to their servers on the go. KEY FEATURES • Real-time dashboard with server health metrics • Domain management — create, suspend, unsuspend, update PHP • Service monitoring and instant restart • Lightweight file manager — browse, create, delete • Backup status and manual triggers • Built-in SSH terminal for direct server access • Multi-server support — manage all your panels in one app • Secure pairing — connect via QR code or link, no passwords stored • API keys encrypted in device secure storage Built for speed, security, and simplicity.

Screenshots

HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud4 screens
Panelica4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Panelica at none against HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud's 6. Panelica also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, 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. HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Panelica asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud ships an update every 3 weeks, Panelica every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud versus Panelica: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHetzMate for Hetzner CloudPanelica
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLars HerresTugba celik

In-app purchases

6 purchases

HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud

Subscriptions4
  • HetzMate Pro Subscription$0.991 Month
  • HetzMate Pro Subscription$1.991 Month
  • HetzMate Pro Subscription$8.991 Year
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  • HetzMate Pro Subscription$12.991 Year
One-time2
  • HetzMate Pro$5.99
  • HetzMate Pro$7.99
None

Panelica

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud free?
HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Panelica free?
Panelica is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud or Panelica have ads?
Neither HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud nor Panelica shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud or Panelica?
HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud ships an update every 3 weeks, and Panelica every 2 months. Most recently, HetzMate for Hetzner Cloud was updated on October 17, 2026 and Panelica on October 7, 2026.

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