# Bash Programming Language — Run Unix & Linux Commands

> Run and compile Bash scripts on iOS with a code editor and reference. (iPhone/iPad app by Anastasia Kovba.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bash-programming-language/id500471228 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anastasia Kovba](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501308821)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 47 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-04-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bash-programming-language/id500471228/reviews.md

## What is Bash Programming Language?

The classic Bash programming language for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. Programming language is a perfect tool for studying, complex mathematical calculation, entertainment and many other useful tasks. The application is especially useful for learning the Bash programming language. You have to buy compilations inside the application. Internet connection is required.

- The great programming tool on the AppStore.
- Your programming language for iOS is amazing!

* FEATURES *

- Compile and run your program.
- Text input before program run and text output.
- Enhanced source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, color themes and additional keyboard.
- Online language reference and several program samples.

* LIMITATIONS *

- Internet connection is required to compile and run a program.
- Graphics, network, file system and real-time input are not supported.
- Maximum running time of a program is 15 seconds.

Thanks for using the application! 

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Bash is a "Unix shell": a command-line interface for interacting with the operating system. It is widely available, being the default shell on many GNU/Linux distributions and on Mac OS X; and ports exist for many other systems. It was created in the late 1980s by a programmer named Brian Fox, working for the Free Software Foundation. It was intended as a free-software alternative to the Bourne shell (in fact, its name is an acronym for "Bourne-again shell"), and it incorporates all features of that shell, as well as new features such as integer arithmetic and in-process regular expressions.

In addition to the interactive mode, where the user types one command at a time, with immediate execution and feedback, Bash (like many other shells) also has the ability to run an entire script of commands, known as a "Bash shell script" (or "Bash script" or "shell script" or just "script"). A script might contain just a very simple list of commands — or even just a single command — or it might contain functions, loops, conditional constructs, and all the other hallmarks of imperative programming. In effect, a Bash shell script is a computer program written in the Bash programming language.

Shell scripts can be called from the interactive command-line described above; or, they can be called from other parts of the system. One script might be set to run when the system boots up; another might be set to run every weekday at 2:30 AM; another might run whenever a user logs into the system.

Shell scripts are commonly used for many system administration tasks, such as performing disk backups, evaluating system logs, and so on. They are also commonly used as installation scripts for complex programs. They are particularly suited to all of these because they allow complexity without requiring it: if a script just needs to run two external programs, then it can be a two-line script, and if it needs all the power and decision-making ability of a Turing-complete imperative programming language, then it can have that as well.

## Key features

- Compile and run programs
- Text input/output
- Syntax highlighting editor
- Online language reference
- Program samples

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Compilations for Bash Programming Language | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Compilations for Bash Programming Language | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 47)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bash-programming-language/id500471228/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2023-09-20*

This is one of the worst apps I have ever used. First of all, it seems free but then it makes you pay for 100 compilations. Also it runs on some random server and not even locally.

### 1/5 — Total waiste

*2022-12-07, version 13.0*

The app does not work. 
Any command execution takes about 5 sec and always displaying ‘prog.sh’.
Removing from iPad.

### 1/5 — I’d give it a zero star if I could.

*2022-03-09*

You cannot try it unless you pay for compilations or what ever they are calling them.
This is not a free app. It is a hiding in the weeds to get you when your back is turned type of app.

### 2/5 — NOT Bash for your iOS device

*2021-12-10, version 13.0*

This app lets you run a Bash script, yeah, though not on your iOS device but on a remote computer. 

So if you want to learn basic Bash to run on other computers okay, but if you want Bash to explore your iPhone or iPad, this is not it.

The developer really should make that clear, but AFAICT they do not.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2021-11-21*

Asking for money to use software should be in subscription based software not free…

### 1/5 — Seems to be Broken

*2021-08-27*

When ever i try to run something in errors in the output: insufficient compilations, get more in the settings tab. What does this mean?, the settings tab just displays a white box with the number 100 written in it and nothing else.

### 1/5 — Seems Like A Come On

*2021-03-14, version 13.0*

This lets you run a BASH script, once, and then you have to pay $2.99. There’s no way to even begin to see what it can do, because it’s a one trick pony, until you pay up. Perhaps it’s ok for testing shell scripts, but there doesn’t seem to be any real BASH capabilities, from what I can tell. It’s just a way to run some scripts, but without access to anything except a script editor and a “compiler”, there’s not much use in having it.

### 1/5 — Extremely restricted

*2020-03-15*

Don't bother to download this. It won't let you do anything until you pay which makes it impossible to evaluate. How am I supposed to know what i'm paying for with such restrictions imposed. It could be totally fake for all I know. I don't trust it at all. I get a bad vibe from it. I mean, why else wouldn't they let you evaluate the software for much longer unless they're hiding somehing.

### 1/5 — Insufficient compilations

*2020-03-04*

Started asking for money before I’d even run one command, insufficient compilations to do anything at all without paying.

### 2/5 — Non useful preview of functionality

*2019-12-14, version 13.0*

Doesn't let you even run a script once without paying. Five free runs minimum (10 or 20 would be better) would be reasonable.

Offering a "free" app that does nothing unless you pay is, I'm sorry to say, deceptive.

Loosen up a bit, developer. I appreciate that a ton of work goes into app development. But I'd rather be asked to pay to download at all or be given a chance to try the app's functionality within reason before paying.

[EDIT: it runs interpretation through a remote server--so it can't be used offline, and isn't really an emulator? No.]

## Frequently asked questions about Bash Programming Language

### What does the Bash Programming Language app do?

This application allows you to compile and run Bash scripts directly on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. It functions as a programming tool for studying, performing calculations, and various other tasks, with a particular focus on learning the Bash language.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app includes a robust source code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, and customizable themes. It also supports text input before program execution and displays text output. Users can access an online language reference and several program samples for assistance.

### How much does the Bash Programming Language app cost?

The application itself is free to download. However, you will need to purchase compilations within the app to use its full functionality. An internet connection is required for compiling and running programs.

### What are the limitations of this app?

An internet connection is necessary to compile and run programs. The app does not support graphics, network operations, file system access, or real-time input. Additionally, the maximum running time for any program is limited to 15 seconds.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for students learning Bash, developers who need to test or run simple scripts on their mobile devices, and anyone interested in understanding or utilizing Unix and Linux commands in a portable format.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 13.0 — 2019-11-04

Added iOS 13 support.

### 12.0 — 2019-02-16

Fixed "Bad server response" error.

### 11.1 — 2017-11-29

Fixed issue with quotation marks on iOS 11
Added support of iPhone X

### 9.4 — 2016-05-23

Fixed issues with hardware keyboard.

### 7.2 — 2015-02-06

Full support of iOS 8, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
New design of the app icons.
Auto indentation was added to the source code editor.

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