Comparison

Unraid Deck vs Saffron SPICE

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. CA App Store • Browse and search Docker apps and plugins in Community Applications. • Configure and install Docker apps using CA store templates. • Install supported plugins, and view and uninstall installed 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. Storage Management • View arrays, disks, and shares. • View storage pool capacity and member disks. • Start and stop the array. • View parity check status and history, choose check modes, and control checks. Server Power Controls • Shut down or reboot your server remotely. Docker Management • Create, edit, and delete containers using Unraid and CA store templates. • Control containers individually or in batches, including start, stop, and restart; view container status and live logs. • Update Docker containers in batches. • Use Compose groups and custom 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 • The Unraid Deck Bridge companion plugin is required for Docker creation, editing and image updates, server power controls, array start/stop, and plugin uninstallation. • Docker creation, editing and image updates, plus installation and uninstallation of regular plugins, require Unraid Deck Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://unraid.mccray.app/privacy/

About

Saffron SPICE

Features
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Saffron is a fast, native SPICE client for your virtual machines. Connect to Proxmox, QEMU/KVM, libvirt, or oVirt hosts and control your VMs with a touch experience actually designed for a phone. TOUCH CONTROLS THAT MAKE SENSE • Tap to left-click, exactly where you touch • Press and hold for right-click — a ring fills around your finger so you always know when it fires • One-finger drag pans the screen, pinch to zoom, two fingers to scroll • A dedicated drag mode for moving windows and selecting text A REAL KEYBOARD, DONE RIGHT • Full on-screen typing with a modifier bar above the keyboard • Ctrl, Alt and Shift latch for shortcuts like Ctrl+C • Esc, Tab, arrows and Delete one tap away BUILT FOR SPEED • Native Metal rendering — smooth, sharp, and battery-friendly • Instant reconnects and saved connections with passwords stored securely in the iOS Keychain • Works with SPICE servers from Proxmox VE, QEMU, libvirt, virt-manager and oVirt Saffron talks the SPICE protocol directly — no middleman services, no accounts, no tracking. Your connection goes straight from your phone to your server.

Screenshots

Unraid Deck4 screens
Saffron SPICE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Unraid Deck at Free against Saffron SPICE's $7.99. Unraid Deck also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Saffron SPICE's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Unraid Deck is free to download; Saffron SPICE costs $7.99 up front. Unraid Deck sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Saffron SPICE asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, Saffron SPICE every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Unraid Deck versus Saffron SPICE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnraid DeckSaffron SPICE
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating4.8 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.117.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer祥瑞 谢Upcastr Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Unraid Deck

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99
None

Saffron SPICE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Unraid Deck free?
Unraid Deck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Saffron SPICE free?
Saffron SPICE costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Unraid Deck or Saffron SPICE have ads?
Neither Unraid Deck nor Saffron SPICE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unraid Deck or Saffron SPICE?
Unraid Deck ships an update weekly, and Saffron SPICE every 2 weeks. Most recently, Unraid Deck was updated on November 9, 2026 and Saffron SPICE on October 31, 2026.

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