Comparison

ProxNode vs SSHaker

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

Head to head
About

ProxNode

Features
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ProxNode is a focused mobile companion for Proxmox users who want fast access to their infrastructure from anywhere. Monitor node health, check VM status, and trigger key actions without being tied to a desktop. The interface is designed for clarity, speed, and daily operations. ProxNode keeps critical information up frontβ€”online/offline states, live metrics, and quick actionsβ€”so you can make decisions quickly. When you need deeper access, open the SSH terminal and work directly on the host, or switch to Demo Mode to explore the app safely before connecting to production. Your server credentials stay on your device, and ProxNode does not collect or share your infrastructure data. Whether you manage a homelab or production systems, ProxNode brings Proxmox management to your pocket with a fast, reliable experience.

About

SSHaker

Features
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SSHaker is a powerful, modern SSH and SFTP client designed for developers, system administrators, and power users who need a secure and efficient way to manage their remote servers. Built with security as a priority, SSHaker stores all your profiles and keys locally on your device, protected by platform-grade encryption (Keychain/Keystore) and biometric authentication. Key Features: β€’ Full Terminal Emulator β€” Xterm-compatible terminal with support for all standard escape sequences. β€’ Secure Storage β€” Credentials and private keys are never stored in plain text. β€’ Biometric Lock β€” Protect your sessions and keys with Face ID or Fingerprint. β€’ Script Management β€” Automate common tasks with a powerful script runner. Execute scripts across multiple hosts simultaneously. β€’ SFTP Integration β€” Browse, upload, and download files with ease. β€’ Jump Hosts β€” Connect to servers behind firewalls via SSH tunneling. β€’ Customizable Themes β€” Multiple terminal themes and font sizes to suit your preference. β€’ SSH Key Management β€” Generate, import, and manage Ed25519 and RSA keys. Auto-create and install keys on your servers. β€’ Local Privacy β€” No account required. Your data never leaves your device except via your own encrypted backups. SSHaker Pro unlocks unlimited profiles, unlimited SSH keys, jump host support, multi-host script execution, custom terminal themes, and more.

Screenshots

ProxNode4 screens
SSHaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SSHaker at 13.0 against ProxNode's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProxNode ships an update every 2 months, SSHaker monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
ProxNode versus SSHaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxNodeSSHaker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size8 MB35 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperABDULLAH CAGRI TASRichard Lyman

In-app purchases

None

ProxNode

No in-app purchases

None

SSHaker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ProxNode free?
ProxNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SSHaker free?
SSHaker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ProxNode or SSHaker have ads?
Neither ProxNode nor SSHaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProxNode or SSHaker?
ProxNode ships an update every 2 months, and SSHaker monthly. Most recently, ProxNode was updated on September 6, 2026 and SSHaker on September 11, 2026.

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