Comparison

HetzBOT vs Relay

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

Head to head
About

HetzBOT

Manage your Hetzner Cloud projects directly from your iPhone. Control servers, networks, and security settings. Automate tasks with on-device schedules and benefit from private-by-design API token storage.

Highlights
  • Server control (on/off, reboot, rename)
  • Network and security management
  • Firewall rule management
  • Snapshot management
  • On-device automation scheduling
  • Private API token storage
Features
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HetzBOT is an independent iPhone client for Hetzner Cloud. Manage your project resources directly from your device using the official Hetzner Cloud API. SERVER CONTROL Browse your fleet, power servers on and off, reboot, review activity and metrics, change server names and labels, and manage snapshots. Rescue mode and root password reset are available in server tools where supported by the installed operating system. Root reset requires a working QEMU Guest Agent. NETWORK AND SECURITY Review firewalls and their rules, connect or disconnect firewalls from servers with explicit risk warnings, and manage reverse DNS for supported Primary and Floating IP addresses. Browse networks, volumes, load balancers, SSH keys and other Cloud resources. Some advanced resource operations remain read-only in this version. LOCAL AUTOMATIONS Create on-device schedules for supported server and snapshot workflows. iOS can suspend apps in the background: HetzBOT does NOT guarantee unattended runs while the app is closed. Missed executions are reported instead of performing delayed destructive actions. Schedules stay bound to their originating Hetzner project. PRIVATE BY DESIGN API tokens are stored in the iOS Keychain. Requests go directly to Hetzner Cloud from your iPhone. No HetzBOT account, mandatory backend, subscription or third-party analytics is required. Try the built-in demo before connecting a project. HetzBOT is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Hetzner Online GmbH.

About

Relay

Features
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Relay is a modern API client and REST client built for iPhone and iPad. Send HTTP requests, inspect responses, and manage API workflows from anywhere. What you can do with Relay: - Send requests with common HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, and more) - Build requests with query parameters, headers, body, and auth - Test Bearer Token, Basic Auth, and API Key configurations - Inspect response body, headers, and request timing details - Validate and format JSON for faster debugging - Import cURL commands to quickly recreate terminal requests - Organize endpoints in collections and folders - Use environments and variables to switch between dev, staging, and production - Re-run requests from history to speed up testing Relay Pro unlocks advanced workflow and organization features for power users. You can start testing APIs immediately, with no account required. If you build, test, or debug APIs, Relay is the HTTP client that fits your iPhone and iPad workflow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HetzBOT4 screens
Relay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HetzBOT at none against Relay's 3. HetzBOT also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.2). 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. Relay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. HetzBOT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
HetzBOT versus Relay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHetzBOTRelay
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmanuele LacatenaCederic Schmid

In-app purchases

None

HetzBOT

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Relay

Subscriptions2
  • Relay Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Relay Pro Yearly3 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Relay Pro Lifetime$17.99

Questions

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

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