Comparison

Nodex vs Zero Note

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

Head to head
About

Nodex

Features
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Nodex is an SSH-first server monitoring app for Linux hosts. No agent required. Connect directly over SSH and get the operational data you need in seconds. - Monitor system health in real time. Track CPU, memory, disk, swap, uptime, and network activity across your servers. - Manage services quickly. View service states and run common systemd actions like start, stop, restart, enable, and disable. - Review alerts and logs. Spot failed services and recent journal events to troubleshoot issues faster. - Work across multiple servers. Save multiple hosts, switch quickly, and keep your favorite systems one tap away. - Keep credentials protected. Authentication secrets are stored in iOS Keychain, and host key trust checks help prevent MITM surprises. Full Access Try every app feature free for seven days. The trial ends automatically and never charges you. Core diagnostics remain free afterward; container controls, service controls, and CSV history export require Full Access. Unlock Full Access with a one-time purchase at US $9.99. Your App Store shows the localized price. Restore Purchases recovers eligible previous purchases with the same Apple purchase account. Existing yearly purchases retain access through their verified expiry. Nodex is built for developers, operators, and self-hosters who want practical server visibility from mobile without unnecessary complexity. EULA: https://nodexapp.eu/terms/

About

Zero Note

Securely share encrypted notes that automatically disappear after being read or based on custom rules. Options include self-destruction by views or time, location-based access control, and email notifications upon opening. Access notes from any device via a keyboard extension.

Highlights
  • Self-destruct by views
  • Self-destruct by time
  • Location-based access control
  • Email notifications on opening
  • Keyboard extension access
  • Audit trail
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Zero note: Self-destruct shareable encrypted notes Think of it's a way to share one time secrets, one time confidential notes with others that disappears after its been read or based on your self-destruct rules. A secure way to share a private encrypted note that self-destruct automatically based on your own terms: 1. Self-destruct by views 2. Self-destruct by time 3. Whitelist by location, country or anywhere 4. Get notified by email when it is opened by the recipient 5. Accèss Zero Note from anywhere using the keyboard extension. 6. Audit Trail note when it was first seen and last seen.

Screenshots

Nodex4 screens
Zero Note4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Zero Note at every 3 days against Nodex's every 3 weeks. Zero Note also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Nodex sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Zero Note sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nodex ships an update every 3 weeks, Zero Note every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Nodex versus Zero Note: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNodexZero Note
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB13 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGyorgy BolykiPradeep Burugu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Nodex

Subscriptions1
  • Nodex Yearly subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Nodex Yearly subscription$9.99
2 purchases

Zero Note

One-time2
  • Zero Note Lifetime Basic$9.99
  • Zero Note Lifetime Pro$12.99

Questions

Is Nodex free?
Nodex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zero Note free?
Zero Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Nodex or Zero Note have ads?
Neither Nodex nor Zero Note shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nodex or Zero Note?
Nodex ships an update every 3 weeks, and Zero Note every 3 days. Most recently, Nodex was updated on October 31, 2026 and Zero Note on October 31, 2026.

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