Comparison

Multi Server Manager vs MaidKit

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

Head to head
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.

About

MaidKit

Features
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MaidKit is a non-intrusive SSH server manager for Linux administrators who want full control without installing agent software on their servers. Everything runs over a standard SSH connection — no daemons, no agents, no added attack surface. Monitor at a glance • Dashboard with live status, load, memory, and uptime for every server • Real-time charts for CPU, memory, network, and disk activity Work in a real terminal • Full SSH terminal with split panes, draggable tabs, and a command palette • Two renderers to choose from: fast native VT rendering or classic xterm Manage files like a pro • Dual-pane SFTP browser with drag-and-drop transfers • Built-in editor for quick remote edits Run your daily operations • Processes: inspect and terminate running processes • Services: manage systemd units (start, stop, enable, disable) • Web servers: configure nginx and Caddy • Scheduled tasks: edit crontabs • Packages: manage apt, dnf, and more • Firewall: manage UFW, firewalld, nftables, and iptables • Port forwarding: local and remote tunnels Containers • Manage Docker and Podman containers: start, stop, restart, pause, and remove • Compose project grouping and image management Projects & snippets • Organize compose stacks, web servers, and containers into deployment projects; import and export as TOML • Save reusable shell scripts and run them on one or many servers with streaming output Security first • AES-GCM 256-bit encrypted credential vault with PBKDF2 key derivation (310,000 iterations) • Biometric unlock support • Encrypted backup archives Built with a calm, desktop-native interface. Available in English and 简体中文.

Screenshots

Multi Server Manager4 screens
MaidKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

Multi Server Manager and MaidKit are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Multi Server Manager versus MaidKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMulti Server ManagerMaidKit
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS1817.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHa Cuong君阳 蒋

In-app purchases

None

Multi Server Manager

No in-app purchases

None

MaidKit

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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