Blink Shell, Build & Code

Blink Shell, Build & Code

The Pro tool for developers

414 ratings
339 reviews
#10 in top-grossing Developer Tools
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Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 9, 2022
  • July 14, 2026

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Transform your iOS device into a powerful terminal for coding and development. Leverage Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections. Integrate with VS Code and manage your entire development workflow from your pocket.

Mosh and SSH connections
VS Code integration (Blink Code)
Remote runtime creation (Blink Build)
Full SSH toolset
Hardware keyboard support
External display support
SFTP transfers
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What's New in Blink Shell, Build & Code

18.6.3

July 14, 2026

Blink 18.6.3 • Added a close button to Settings for easier dismissal. • Settings now clearly indicates that Blink Build isn't available during the trial. • Fixed copying selected text so it no longer includes the wrong characters, including with wide (CJK/emoji) glyphs.

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Subscription plans

Blink Plus

Full access to Blink Shell & Code

$19.991 Year
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In-App Purchases

Free

Blink Shell Classic

Transfer to the new Blink Shell 15

Charts

Top Grossing

📉 10-2

Developer Tools

This app dropped -2 positions in Developer Tools chart.

Last updated on August 8, 2026.

Top Free

📈 64+4

Developer Tools

This app rose +4 positions in Developer Tools chart.

Last updated on August 8, 2026.

User reviews

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❤️❤️❤️

John

Great stuff

Deceptive

The description states, “Blink Shell Classic $0.00”. There is no “Classic” option. There is no “Free trial.” There is no $9.99 version. It is all a lie. You must pay $19.99 before you can get past the app’s initial screen. Blink on that.

I thought I could not copy long outputs to clipboard, but…

It would be nice to have a way to highlight and copy a long prompt, rather than pinch to zoom out.

Simply Amazing for a Developer

I’m running a software startup on top of a full time job. I’ve used every terminal under the sun for MacOS and this is truly the only one I feel at home on. It just works the way I the way I expect and love that it has it’s own shell that you use to connect or send commands. I love how mosh keeps things connected. When I go on lunch breaks or can get away from my day job for a few minutes I use my iPad via cellular/tailscale and have no hiccups. Being able to grab a lightweight device and complete 95% of what I can do with a MBP by connecting to my MBP is just amazing. The VSCode integration works well too however using neovim/tmux on the MacBook via Mosh is my preferred flow. The MacBook has to stay connected to peripherals required to validate my code changes and now I can work remote and don’t have to splurge on a higher end Mac mini or studio or carry a ton of stuff with me:)
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FAQ

What is Blink Shell?

Blink Shell transforms your iOS device into a professional, desktop-grade terminal. It supports Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections, allowing you to manage your development workflow directly from your pocket. It also includes features like Blink Code for VS Code integration and Blink Build for creating remote runtimes.

What are the key features of Blink Shell?

Key features include robust Mosh and SSH support with PKI authentication, port forwarding, SOCKS5 proxy, and complete SSH config file support. It also offers VS Code integration via Blink Code, hardware keyboard support, external display support, and fast SFTP transfers.

How much does Blink Shell cost?

Blink Shell offers a 14-day free trial. While the core terminal functionality is available, advanced features like Blink Build require a subscription. Specific pricing details for subscriptions can be found within the app or on the developer's website.

What devices is Blink Shell compatible with?

Blink Shell is designed for iOS devices. It leverages features like external display support and hardware keyboard support, making it ideal for iPads and iPhones, especially when used with accessories.

What are common use cases for Blink Shell?

Common use cases include remotely accessing servers via SSH, coding on the go with VS Code integration, managing DevOps tasks, and utilizing your iOS device as a powerful command-line interface for various development and IT needs.