Unraid Deck vs U
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- SSH Terminal access
- Real-time push notifications
- Smart Connect for network switching
- Home Screen Widgets
- Dashboard monitoring
- Docker & VM management
- Biometric lock
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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/
U
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U-Manager is a third-party app developed independently to help you monitor and manage your Unraid server from anywhere, in a simple and intuitive way. KEY FEATURES: Complete Dashboard - Monitor your server status in real time - View CPU, RAM and disk usage - Check array and cache status - Disk activity: parity checks, rebuilds and resyncs in real time Docker Container Management - Start, stop and restart containers - Filter and search containers easily - Quickly open container web interfaces (WebUI) Virtual Machines - Control your VMs directly from the app - Full VM lifecycle management Torrent Client - Compatible with qBittorrent and Transmission - View real-time download/upload speeds, progress, ratio, ETA, seeds and peers - Filter by state: all, active, downloading, finished, paused or error - Add torrents via magnet link or .torrent file - Multi-selection actions on multiple torrents at once - Available as a one-time lifetime add-on purchase Native File Browser - Browse, upload, download and manage files directly in the app - Preview images and videos without opening them - File operations: copy, move, delete, rename and manage permissions - Background uploads with progress notifications Multi-Server - Manage multiple Unraid servers from a single app - Switch between servers with a single tap Security - Biometric authentication: Face ID / Touch ID - Encrypted credential storage - No personal data collection Notification Center - View and manage your server notifications - Bulk actions: mark as read, archive or delete REQUIREMENTS: - Unraid server 6.10 or higher - API Key configured in Unraid Settings → Management Access - Network connection to the server (local or remote) U-Manager is an independent project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lime Technology or Unraid. The name "U-Manager for Unraid" follows the naming format explicitly permitted by Lime Technology's trademark policy (unraid.net/policies). Unraid® is a trademark of Lime Technology, Inc. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://jandrop.github.io/privacy_policy/PRIVACY_POLICY.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: U at 15.0 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
Both are free to download. Unraid Deck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and U sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Unraid Deck | U |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (26 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 祥瑞 谢 | Alejandro Platas Mallo |
In-app purchases
Unraid Deck
- Pro Lifetime$9.99
U
- U-Manager All Access (Monthly)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- U-Manager All Access (Annual)1 Month trial$12.991 Year
- Tautulli$1.99
- Torrent$2.49
- SSH$3.49
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- File browser$4.49
- Power Pack$6.99








