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VHSFin vs VpsPilot

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VHSFin compared with VpsPilot
DetailVHSFin logo VHSFin VpsPilot
What it doesA nostalgic, fully functioning Jellyfin client Android SSH client and VPS admin app
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS US
Pricing modelFree Free trial
PricingNot given 14-day free trial, then $2.99 per month or $19.99 per year, billed through Google Play. The yearly plan saves 44% with a monthly equivalent of $1.67.
Key features
  • VHS tape shelf display
  • CRT screen emulation
  • VCR controls
  • Jellyfin integration
  • Full SSH terminal with key bar for Tab, Ctrl and arrows; open multiple servers at once
  • Guided workflows for initial setup, updates, firewall and SSH hardening
  • Encrypted backups with restore to fresh server and keep-last-N functionality
  • Docker container and systemd service management
  • Scheduled jobs that run on the server with phone notifications on failure
  • Private keys protected by Android Keystore and non-exportable
  • File browser over SFTP and text editor with version history
  • Security check listing open ports, SSH settings, updates and failed logins
  • Snapshot, undo and history for changes with command recording
What makes it different
  • Free with no ads
  • Open source
  • Nostalgic VHS and CRT aesthetic
  • No account system or backend; all data stays on the phone
  • SSH keys protected by Android Keystore and cannot be exported
  • Encrypted secrets sent to server in hidden way, never in command line or history
  • Workflow snapshots allow easy undo of configuration changes
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)015
Referring domains (Majestic)02

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