Comparison

Unraid Deck vs PRIMES SpotLight

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

PRIMES SpotLight

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Flexible laser power measurement with PRIMES PRIMES SpotLight App together with PRIMES power meter Cube+ enables you to perform fast and reliable laser power measurements. Ideal for production environments, service operations and quality control. The new SpotLight App brings powerful measurement visualization and analysis to your fingertips. Connect your Cube+ via Bluetooth® and monitor your data in real time on your smartphone or tablet. Key parameters such as laser power, pulse duration, and energy per pulse are displayed in clear, dynamic graphs. Each measurement is automatically recorded with precise timestamps, ensuring full traceability and easy data review. Generate measurement reports on your phone or transfer data to a computer for in-depth analysis using PRIMES LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. Integrated statistical tools, including standard deviation analysis, provide instant insights. PRIMES stands for precise laser metrology, which is specifically designed for industrial applications. The Cube series with the SpotLight App combines measuring accuracy with practical applicability – for users who need to rely on their measurement results.

Screenshots

Unraid Deck4 screens
PRIMES SpotLight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PRIMES SpotLight at none against Unraid Deck's 1. PRIMES SpotLight also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.1). 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. Unraid Deck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PRIMES SpotLight asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, PRIMES SpotLight daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Unraid Deck versus PRIMES SpotLight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnraid DeckPRIMES SpotLight
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB100 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祥瑞 谢Primes GmbH

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Unraid Deck

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99
None

PRIMES SpotLight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PRIMES SpotLight free?
PRIMES SpotLight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Unraid Deck or PRIMES SpotLight have ads?
Neither Unraid Deck nor PRIMES SpotLight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unraid Deck or PRIMES SpotLight?
Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, and PRIMES SpotLight daily. Most recently, Unraid Deck was updated on October 14, 2026 and PRIMES SpotLight on September 28, 2026.

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