Comparison

Unraid Deck vs TouchKVM

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

TouchKVM

Control remote computers from your phone with low-latency video and touch input. Manage multiple connections, stream audio, and utilize hardware controls for out-of-band access. Ideal for IT professionals needing reliable remote management on the go.

Highlights
  • Low-latency video streaming
  • Touch and trackpad input
  • Text entry
  • Quick reconnects
  • Multiple saved connections (Pro)
  • Audio and microphone passthrough (Pro)
Features
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TouchKVM is a mobile-first remote control app for PiKVM and compatible KVM-over-IP workflows. Connect to remote machines from your phone with low-latency video, touch or trackpad input, text entry, and quick reconnects. The free experience covers single-host access, WebRTC streaming, touch and trackpad control, zoom, and practical mobile session management. Pro unlocks multiple saved connections, advanced stream modes, keyboard shortcuts, audio and microphone passthrough, audio volume, mouse jiggler, hardware controls, and agent-assisted workflows when supported by the target device. TouchKVM is built for operators who need fast, reliable out-of-band style access while traveling, on call, or away from a desktop. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://arisparty.org/touchkvm/privacy

Screenshots

Unraid Deck4 screens
TouchKVM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Unraid Deck at none against TouchKVM's shown. Unraid Deck also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (25 vs 5). TouchKVM's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.1). On price, review sentiment, 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 TouchKVM sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Unraid Deck holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unraid Deck has 25 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, TouchKVM every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Unraid Deck versus TouchKVM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnraid DeckTouchKVM
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (25 ratings) — better4.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings25 — better5
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祥瑞 谢ARI'S PARTY L.L.C.

Customer experience

Unraid Deck

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

TouchKVM

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Unraid Deck

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99
1 purchases

TouchKVM

One-time1
  • TouchKVM Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TouchKVM free?
TouchKVM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unraid Deck or TouchKVM?
Unraid Deck is rated higher. Unraid Deck averages 4.8 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while TouchKVM averages 4.4 from 5 ratings.
Do Unraid Deck or TouchKVM have ads?
TouchKVM shows ads; Unraid Deck does not.
Which is updated more often, Unraid Deck or TouchKVM?
Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, and TouchKVM every 3 days. Most recently, Unraid Deck was updated on September 29, 2026 and TouchKVM on September 30, 2026.

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