Comparison

ReqLab vs RootDeck

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

Head to head
About

ReqLab

Features
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A fast, clean HTTP client for modern API testing Build, send, and inspect HTTP requests with ease. Whether you're debugging an endpoint, testing authentication, or exploring APIs, this app gives you everything you need without unnecessary complexity. Designed with a clean, focused interface, it lets you move quickly and stay in control. FEATURES - All HTTP methods GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE - Flexible body encoding Send requests as JSON or URL-encoded - Custom headers Add and manage headers with full control - Authentication support Bearer tokens, Basic auth, and API keys - Pretty response viewer Inspect responses with clean, readable JSON - Request history Save and revisit past requests - Repeat requests Re-run successful requests with configurable delays BUILT FOR DEVELOPERS Perfect for debugging APIs, testing endpoints, and experimenting with headers, auth, and parameters on the go. Simple. Fast. Reliable.

About

RootDeck

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Manage your servers straight from your iPhone and iPad. RootDeck is a fast, secure SSH and SFTP client — a full terminal and file manager in your pocket. Connect directly to your own servers — no RootDeck account, no cloud in between. Built for developers, sysadmins, and DevOps who need their infrastructure on the go. Features: • Interactive SSH terminal • SFTP file browser and transfers • Upload, download, copy, move, rename, and delete remote files • Password and SSH key authentication • Jump host support for reaching servers behind a bastion • Host key verification to protect against MITM attacks • Saved server profiles • Face ID or Touch ID app lock • Server availability monitoring • Support for Linux, macOS, and Windows OpenSSH servers Credentials are stored securely in Apple Keychain. SSH connections, commands, and transferred files go directly between your device and the servers you choose. RootDeck does not collect analytics and does not send your server data to the developer.

Screenshots

ReqLab4 screens
RootDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RootDeck at none against ReqLab's 1. RootDeck also leads on device support (3 vs 1). ReqLab's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. ReqLab sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RootDeck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ReqLab ships an update every 2 days, RootDeck weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
ReqLab versus RootDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReqLabRootDeck
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcin DenisiewiczEvgenii Lav

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ReqLab

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$4.99
None

RootDeck

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ReqLab free?
ReqLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RootDeck free?
RootDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ReqLab or RootDeck have ads?
Neither ReqLab nor RootDeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ReqLab or RootDeck?
ReqLab ships an update every 2 days, and RootDeck weekly. Most recently, ReqLab was updated on October 9, 2026 and RootDeck on October 8, 2026.

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