Comparison

Uptime Koala vs Multi Server Manager

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

Head to head
About

Uptime Koala

Features
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WHAT IS THIS? Mobile companion app for the open-source Uptime Monitor platform. Monitor your websites and services with real-time push notifications when they go down. KEY FEATURES - Real-time push notifications for downtime events - View all monitors and their status at a glance - Interactive response time charts - Uptime analytics (24h, 7d, 30d periods) - Detailed incident logs - Secure passwordless OTP authentication GETTING STARTED 1. Download this app and sign in 2. Set up monitors from the web dashboard or app 3. Get instant alerts on your phone TWO WAYS TO USE - Cloud: Use our hosted version at uptimemonitor.screenapp.io — no setup required, get started instantly. - Self-hosted: Deploy your own backend for full control over your data and infrastructure. GitHub: https://github.com/screenappai/uptime-monitor PERFECT FOR DevOps engineers, system administrators, web developers, and IT teams who need mobile access to their uptime monitoring. OPEN SOURCE Fully open-source project. Self-host or use the cloud. MIT licensed. GitHub: https://github.com/screenappai/uptime-monitor Privacy Policy: https://screenapp.io/help/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://screenapp.io/help/terms-and-conditions

About

Multi Server Manager

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MSV – Multi Server Manager MSV is a powerful server management app designed for developers, system administrators, DevOps engineers, and VPS owners who want to monitor and manage multiple servers directly from their iPhone. Connect securely via SSH, monitor server resources in real time, and manage your infrastructure through a modern, intuitive dashboard. Built with security and privacy in mind, all server credentials and configuration data remain stored locally on your device. FEATURES • Manage unlimited servers • Secure SSH terminal access • Live CPU, RAM, Disk, and Network monitoring • Real-time charts and server statistics • Quick Actions for common server tasks • Custom Quick Actions • Multi-server dashboard • Face ID & Passcode protection • Light Mode & Dark Mode • Beautiful modern interface • Local-only storage for maximum privacy • Fast and lightweight performance SERVER IMPORT & EXPORT Easily transfer server configurations between devices: • Export servers using secure QR codes • Import servers instantly by scanning QR codes • Transfer configurations between iPhone and Mac • Backup and restore server profiles quickly • No cloud account required QUICK ACTIONS Run common administrative tasks instantly: • Restart Nginx • Restart MySQL / MariaDB • Reboot Server • Restart Docker Containers • Clear Cache • Update Packages • Execute Custom Commands SECURITY MSV is designed with a privacy-first approach: • SSH credentials stored securely in the iOS Keychain • Face ID and Passcode protection • No external management server required • No mandatory cloud synchronization • All server data remains on your devices WHO IS THIS APP FOR? • VPS owners • Linux administrators • DevOps engineers • Backend developers • Hosting providers • System administrators • Cloud infrastructure managers Whether you're managing a single VPS or multiple production servers, MSV helps you monitor, access, and control your infrastructure anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

Uptime Koala4 screens
Multi Server Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Uptime Koala at 13.0 against Multi Server Manager's 18. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Uptime Koala versus Multi Server Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUptime KoalaMulti Server Manager
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScreenAppHa Cuong

In-app purchases

None

Uptime Koala

No in-app purchases

None

Multi Server Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Uptime Koala free?
Uptime Koala is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Multi Server Manager free?
Multi Server Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Uptime Koala or Multi Server Manager have ads?
Neither Uptime Koala nor Multi Server Manager shows ads.

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