Comparison

Unraid Deck vs Purger for Plex

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

Head to head
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. Plugin Marketplace • Browse Community Applications plugins and install supported HTTPS .plg 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. Docker Management • Group containers by Compose project and choose stack icons. • Search and filter containers to find services quickly. • View container status, port mappings, and volume mounts. • Start, stop, restart, pause, resume, and update containers. • Run batch actions, stream live logs, and set custom container 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 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://unraid.mccray.app/privacy/

About

Purger for Plex

Easily manage your Plex media library by swiping through your content. Make informed decisions with detailed metadata and reclaim storage space efficiently. This tool offers advanced filtering and a secure review process before permanent deletion.

Highlights
  • Swipe-based media curation
  • Global watch counts
  • Aggregated ratings (RT, IMDb, TMDb)
  • Technical media specs
  • Advanced filtering options
  • Staging area for review
  • Remote Plex server access
Features
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Swipe. Clean. Reclaim. Is your Plex Server screaming for mercy? Stop digging through web UI menus to find space. Purger for Plex transforms library maintenance from a chore into a high-speed, deck-based curation experience. Reclaim your Terabytes with a swipe. - THE SWIPE WORKFLOW Stop the endless scrolling. Purger presents your media as a stack of actionable cards. Swipe Left: Stage for deletion. Swipe Right: Keep in library. Haptic Feedback & Visual Overlays: Real-time confirmation of every action. High-Velocity Curation: Process hundreds of movies or entire TV seasons in a single session. - DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS Don’t guess what to delete. Make informed decisions using aggregated metadata and server-side analytics: Global Watch Counts: See if anyone on your server has actually watched that 80GB 4K Remux. Aggregated Ratings: Instant access to Rotten Tomatoes (Critics/Audience), IMDb, and TMDb scores. Technical Specs: View file info at a glance to identify storage hogs. - PRO-LEVEL MANAGEMENT Built for the power user who demands precision: Advanced Filtering: Sort by file size, release year, bitrate, or "never watched" status. The Staging Area: Nothing is deleted until you review the final queue. Guard against accidental "Left Swipes." Session Persistence: Close the app mid-cleanup? Purger remembers exactly where you left off in your library. Batch Atomicity: A real-time progress bar tracks deletions across your local or remote filesystem. Note: Premium features requires an in-app purchase: • Infinite swipes • Advanced filtering (file size, release year, bitrate, never watched) • Deletion history and session persistence • Staging area review before final deletion • Fix item Matching - SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY Whether you are on your home LAN or commuting: Remote Access: Full support for Plex Relay and manual Port Forwarding connections. Adaptive Networking: Automatically switches between local IP and remote URL for the lowest latency. Dark Mode Optimized: A sleek, OLED-friendly interface designed for late-night server maintenance. - SAFE & SECURE Read/Write Precision: Designed specifically for the Plex Media Server API. Review Mode: Double-check your "burn list" before committing changes to the disk. Privacy First: Your server credentials never leave your device. Stop the storage bloat. Start swiping. Note: Requires an active Plex Media Server with "Allow Media Deletion" enabled in settings. Proceed with caution: Deletions are permanent. Purger for Plex is not affiliated with Plex Inc. TERMS AND CONDITIONS (EULA) & PRIVACY TERMS: - t&c: https://www.dualb.it/apps/purger/terms - privacy: https://www.dualb.it/apps/purger/privacy

Screenshots

Unraid Deck4 screens
Purger for Plex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Unraid Deck at weekly against Purger for Plex's monthly. Unraid Deck also leads on ratings volume (26 vs 1). Purger for Plex's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 1 one-off in-app purchase and Purger for Plex sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Purger for Plex 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, Purger for Plex monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Unraid Deck versus Purger for Plex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnraid DeckPurger for Plex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (26 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.117.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祥瑞 谢Alberto Paladino

Customer experience

Unraid Deck

All ratings25 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Purger for Plex

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Unraid Deck

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99
5 purchases

Purger for Plex

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Month PRO Access$2.991 Month
  • 1 Year PRO$5.991 Year
  • 1 Year PRO Supporters$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime PRO$12.99
  • Lifetime PRO$19.99

Questions

Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Purger for Plex free?
Purger for Plex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unraid Deck or Purger for Plex?
Purger for Plex is rated higher. Unraid Deck averages 4.8 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Purger for Plex averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Unraid Deck or Purger for Plex have ads?
Neither Unraid Deck nor Purger for Plex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unraid Deck or Purger for Plex?
Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, and Purger for Plex monthly. Most recently, Unraid Deck was updated on October 30, 2026 and Purger for Plex on October 31, 2026.

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