Comparison

XConnect vs CubRemote

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

Head to head
About

XConnect

Features
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XConnect brings SSH, Telnet, SFTP and Windows Remote Desktop together in one app built for iPhone. Manage Linux servers, reach Windows machines and move files, all from your pocket. REMOTE DESKTOP THAT WORKS ON A PHONE XConnect includes a full RDP client, not screen mirroring. Switch between trackpad and direct touch, scroll with two fingers, pinch to zoom, right-click, and use a hardware keyboard with sticky modifier keys. A TERMINAL MADE FOR TOUCH β€’ A dedicated key row puts arrows, Ctrl and other essentials above the keyboard β€’ Full-screen mode for long sessions β€’ SSH with password or key authentication, plus Telnet for legacy devices β€’ Jump hosts work like OpenSSH ProxyJump, so you can reach servers on private networks AN AI ASSISTANT THAT GETS THINGS DONE Describe the task, such as "check how much disk space is left", and the assistant plans it, runs the commands on your server, reads the real output and reports back. Before anything destructive, it stops and asks for your confirmation. Connect the AI provider of your choice. SCRIPTS, READY TO RUN Start with ready-made scripts for backups, disk usage, Docker, listening ports, failed services and more. View and edit them on your phone, or write your own, then run them on any connected server. SFTP FILE MANAGEMENT Browse remote directories, filter by files or folders, and upload or download with a tap. LOCAL FIRST, PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your connections, groups, scripts and keys are stored encrypted on your device. No account is needed to use SSH, Telnet and SFTP. When you want your setup on more devices, turn on sync: it is end-to-end encrypted, so the server never sees your data in plain text. XCONNECT PRO Free: SSH, Telnet, SFTP, the script library and one jump host. Pro unlocks: β€’ Remote Desktop (RDP) β€’ The AI assistant β€’ Running scripts from the terminal β€’ Unlimited jump hosts β€’ End-to-end encrypted cloud sync across your devices XConnect Pro is available as an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Pro is tied to your XConnect account, so sign in first to subscribe. Terms of Use: https://xconnectapp.com/ios/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://xconnectapp.com/ios/privacy.html

About

CubRemote

Features
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Access your computers from your iPhone / iPad device with CubRemote. View the remote desktop, move the pointer with touch controls and type using your keyboard and additional keys. A compact menu keeps session controls within reach. The VoxConexa server is preconfigured. Enter the remote computer’s ID and authenticate the connection according to that computer’s settings. CubRemote by CLYB / VoxConexa is derived from the open-source RustDesk project and licensed under the AGPL. Only use it with devices you are authorized to access. An Internet connection and a compatible client on the remote device are required. This version controls remote computers. It does not allow other devices to remotely control this device.

Screenshots

XConnect4 screens
CubRemote1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CubRemote at none against XConnect's 3. XConnect's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. XConnect sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. CubRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XConnect ships an update weekly, CubRemote every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
XConnect versus CubRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXConnectCubRemote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly β€” betterEvery 10 days
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size58 MB78 MB
Age rating12+17+
Developer振桷 张CLYB

In-app purchases

3 purchases

XConnect

Subscriptions2
  • XConnect Pro3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Unlock Pro3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • XConnect Pro Lifetime$89.99
None

CubRemote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XConnect free?
XConnect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CubRemote free?
CubRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do XConnect or CubRemote have ads?
CubRemote shows ads; XConnect does not.
Which is updated more often, XConnect or CubRemote?
XConnect ships an update weekly, and CubRemote every 10 days. Most recently, XConnect was updated on November 6, 2026 and CubRemote on October 31, 2026.

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