Comparison

ServerCC vs MacCode

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

Head to head
About

ServerCC

Access AI coding agents like Claude Code and Codex on your mobile device via SSH. Enjoy persistent sessions, real-time VNC viewing of results, and seamless integration with your existing servers or a free sandbox trial.

Highlights
  • Run Claude Code & Codex via SSH
  • Persistent sessions with auto-reconnect
  • Real-time VNC for coding results
  • Multi-agent support
  • Free sandbox trial available
  • Workspace worktree support
Features
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ServerCC lets you run real Claude Code or Codex on your phone via SSH, with the same experience as on desktop. Persistent connections keep your tasks running even after you close the app, and you can resume them anytime. Built for mobile, with smoother text input and interaction than terminal apps. While tasks are running, you can view your coding results in real time via VNC. No server yet? Claim a free sandbox trial right in the app — a temporary cloud Linux server with Claude Code, Codex, and Pi preinstalled and a sample project ready — and try the full workflow before adding your own server. Key Features: - The same UI and interactions as desktop Claude Code and Codex — not a chat wrapper - Multi-agent support: run Grok Build, OpenCode, Kimi Code, Pi, and OMP alongside Claude Code and Codex - Claude Code/Codex session management (start, auto-reconnect, and resume) - Tmux-based persistent sessions that keep Claude Code/Codex running even after closing the app — or attach directly to Tmux sessions already running on your host - herdr integration: servers running herdr show their spaces in the app — attach to running agent sessions, start new agents inside herdr, or adopt a space as a workspace - Claude Code bg sessions: launch agents in bg mode, close the app, attach from anywhere later — they keep working on your server - Workspace worktree support for developing multiple features simultaneously, with parallel Claude Code/Codex execution - VNC Remote Desktop: view your coding results in real time while Claude Code/Codex works — connect to macOS Screen Sharing or any VNC server - Ports: open web apps running on your dev server straight from your phone - Workspace file browsing and upload, plus management of global and workspace-level Skills and MCP Privacy Policy: https://servercc.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ServerCC is an independent app for running AI coding agents (Claude Code, Codex, Grok Build, OpenCode, Kimi Code, Pi, OMP) over SSH. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the vendors of these products. All product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

About

MacCode

Connect to your local AI coding sessions from your mobile device without cloud repositories or complex network setups. Access your code securely from anywhere with an optional subscription.

Highlights
  • Connect to local AI coding agents
  • Remote access via secure relay
  • No cloud repository or SSH required
  • Live session visibility
  • Instant reconnect to desktop sessions
  • Code stays local on your machine
Features
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MacCode is the mobile companion for developers who run local AI coding agents. Stay connected to your Claude Code, Codex, or OpenCode sessions directly from your iPhone — no cloud repository required, no SSH keys, no port forwarding. FREE ON YOUR LOCAL NETWORK Connect to your desktop over Wi-Fi or VPN at no cost. No account needed — just open the app, and it automatically discovers your running desktop session on the same network. MacCode is fully functional for free when used on your own local network or VPN. MacCode PRO — CONNECT FROM ANYWHERE Don't want to configure anything? Subscribe to MacCode Pro and connect to your desktop from anywhere on the internet through our secure, encrypted private relay. Just log in and go — no network setup, no port forwarding, no VPN required. YOUR CODE NEVER LEAVES YOUR MACHINE Unlike cloud-based solutions, MacCode never uploads your source code to any server. The relay only passes encrypted session data between your own devices. Your repositories stay exactly where you put them. HOW IT WORKS 1. Download the MacCode desktop client on your Mac 2. Open this mobile app on the same Wi-Fi network — or log in for remote access 3. Your active desktop session appears automatically on your phone 4. Check progress, review output, and take action from anywhere BUILT FOR AI-FIRST DEVELOPERS • Works with Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, and any terminal-based AI coding tool • Live session visibility — see exactly what your agent is doing in real time • Instant reconnect — your phone finds the running desktop session automatically • One private account — access is synced across desktop and mobile • No repo migration — your local workflow stays local SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION MacCode Pro is an optional auto-renewable monthly subscription that unlocks remote relay access from anywhere on the internet. The subscription costs $4.99/month (USD). A free 1-week trial is included for new subscribers. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://remotecode.io/privacy

Screenshots

ServerCC4 screens
MacCode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ServerCC at 83% against MacCode's 0%. MacCode's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. ServerCC sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MacCode sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ServerCC ships an update every 8 days, MacCode every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ServerCC versus MacCode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterServerCCMacCode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.118.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB40 MB
Age rating+44+
Developer佳琳 刘Carlos Samuel dos Santos

Customer experience

ServerCC

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

MacCode

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ServerCC

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime Upgrade$13.00
  • Pro Lifetime$14.99
1 purchases

MacCode

Subscriptions1
  • RemoteCode Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is ServerCC free?
ServerCC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MacCode free?
MacCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ServerCC or MacCode have ads?
Neither ServerCC nor MacCode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ServerCC or MacCode?
ServerCC ships an update every 8 days, and MacCode every 2 days. Most recently, ServerCC was updated on November 5, 2026 and MacCode on November 5, 2026.

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