Comparison

Pangolin Client vs HetzPilot

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pangolin Client

This open-source platform provides secure, encrypted access to private applications and infrastructure. It eliminates the need for traditional VPNs by implementing zero-trust principles, controlling access at the application level.

Highlights
  • Open-source
  • Zero-trust connectivity
  • Encrypted access
  • Least-privileged access
  • Identity-aware access control
  • Browser-based reverse proxy
  • Client for SSH, RDP, databases
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Pangolin is a fully open‑source, zero‑trust connectivity platform that provides encrypted, least‑privileged access to private applications and infrastructure without exposing public IP addresses or opening inbound ports. It works across on‑premise networks, cloud environments, and remote sites, eliminating the complexity and risk of traditional VPNs. Pangolin brings identity to the access layer, allowing you to control access to specific applications, services, or network ranges instead of entire networks. Users authenticate through trusted identity providers and can only reach the resources you explicitly allow, applying Zero Trust principles end‑to‑end. With lightweight site connectors, you can drop Pangolin into any network and instantly make hosts or entire network ranges securely accessible. Add as many networks as you need and connect to multiple sites at the same time, even behind restrictive firewalls or NAT. Pangolin’s internal DNS lets you assign friendly names to resources, so users never have to remember IP addresses. Users can access private web applications through browser‑based, identity‑aware reverse proxies with automatic SSL, routing, and health checks—no client required. For deeper access, Pangolin clients provide fast, reliable connections to SSH, databases, RDP, and private services. Pangolin can be fully self‑hosted for complete control, or you can use Pangolin Cloud for the quickest and easiest setup. With strong security, high performance, and minimal operational overhead, access is fully auditable, MFA can be enforced per resource, and applications require zero code or configuration changes.

About

HetzPilot

Features
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Manage your Hetzner infrastructure directly from your iPhone. HetzPilot combines the Hetzner API with a modern and intuitive interface. Monitor your projects and resources, understand their relationships, and access important infrastructure information wherever you are. OVERVIEW AND MONITORING • View the status of your servers and infrastructure at a glance • Explore server metrics in clear, interactive charts • Review activity and important events • Estimate monthly and hourly infrastructure costs • See associated resources and dependencies RESOURCE MANAGEMENT HetzPilot supports resources including: • Servers, images, and SSH keys • Networks and firewalls • Load balancers • Floating and Primary IPs • Volumes and placement groups • Certificates and DNS zones • Storage Boxes The server configurator presents available locations, server types, specifications, and pricing in one place. Review your configuration before creating a billable resource. WITH PILOT PRO Pilot Pro unlocks advanced management features: • Manage multiple Hetzner projects • Start, stop, and restart servers • Create, modify, and remove resources • Add and manage firewall rules • Connect servers to private networks • Use SSH and remote access • View advanced metrics and history • Access alerts and quick actions • Manage DNS, certificates, IP addresses, load balancers, and Storage Boxes SECURITY Your API credentials are securely stored in the iOS Keychain. Private SSH keys are never uploaded to Hetzner. Infrastructure changes require confirmation before they are performed. REQUIREMENTS A Hetzner account and API token are required. Creating or modifying resources may result in additional charges from Hetzner. HetzPilot is an independent third-party application and is not affiliated with Hetzner Online GmbH. Terms of Use: https://hetzpilot.benouarets.dev/terms / https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pangolin Client3 screens
HetzPilot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pangolin Client at none against HetzPilot's 3. Pangolin Client also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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. HetzPilot sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Pangolin Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pangolin Client versus HetzPilot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPangolin ClientHetzPilot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFossorial, Inc.Bjorn Benouarets

In-app purchases

None

Pangolin Client

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

HetzPilot

Subscriptions2
  • HetzPilot Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • HetzPilot Pro Yearly$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • HetzPilot Pro Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is Pangolin Client free?
Pangolin Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HetzPilot free?
HetzPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pangolin Client or HetzPilot have ads?
Neither Pangolin Client nor HetzPilot shows ads.

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