Comparison

Unraid Deck vs ArcNode

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

ArcNode

Features
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ArcNode is the control surface for your van's electrical system. It connects to your power system and brings battery, solar, water, climate, and power monitoring into one iPad dashboard — and lets you control lights, heating, cooling, and scenes from the same screen. Built for professionally converted vans and RVs, ArcNode reads your system in real time and gives you a single System Score so you know your status at a glance. Terms of Use: https://arcnode.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://arcnode.app/privacy

Screenshots

Unraid Deck4 screens
ArcNode3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ArcNode at 16.6 against Unraid Deck's 18.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 ArcNode sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $299.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, ArcNode every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Unraid Deck versus ArcNode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnraid DeckArcNode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.116.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB115 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祥瑞 谢Arc Energy Labs, Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Unraid Deck

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99
1 purchases

ArcNode

Subscriptions1
  • Arc Explorer$299.001 Year

Questions

Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArcNode free?
ArcNode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Unraid Deck or ArcNode have ads?
Neither Unraid Deck nor ArcNode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unraid Deck or ArcNode?
Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, and ArcNode every 6 days. Most recently, Unraid Deck was updated on September 29, 2026 and ArcNode on September 28, 2026.

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