# Crestools

> Crestron device management and debugging tool for developers and integrators. (iPhone/iPad app by Mehdi Boulhalfa.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crestools/id1343313629 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mehdi Boulhalfa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1208169115)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crestools/id1343313629/reviews.md

## What is Crestools?

Crestools is designed for developers and integrators who work with Crestron products using SSH or telnet.

# FEATURES

• PROJECTS
Group your devices by project name to easily retrieve them and keep your workflow clean

• FILE MANAGER
Manage your devices files using SFTP

• BROWSER 
Scan for devices on local network to discover all the compatible devices around you

• TERMINAL
Communicate in SSH , SSL or CTP to any of your devices using the built-in terminal

• REPORTS
Create reports or use the default ones to send multiple commands at the same device in a single touch

• SHARING
Share your reports via any messenger app

• ADDRESS BOOKS
Share or import your devices by address books

• FAVORITES
Save your favorite commands

• SIMPLWINDOWS PROGRAM DEBUGGER
Debug any SimplWindows program. Modify and visualize in real time signal

• CRESNET DEVICE TREEVIEW
Scan for Cresnet devices connected to processors. 

• BACKUP
iCloud backs up all your data

# SUPPORT

If you need any help, contact us on our Facebook page, our website https://crestools.app or at support@crestools.app. We will answer you shortly!

# Terms of Use

https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Project grouping for devices
- SFTP file management
- Network device discovery
- SSH/Telnet terminal
- Command reporting and sharing
- SimplWindows program debugging
- Cresnet device tree view

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Crestools One | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Crestools Pro | $22.99 | one-time |
| Crestools Pro macOS | $22.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crestools/id1343313629/reviews.md

### 2/5 — worthless

*2025-02-01*

App is worthless because most features require you to pay $20/year for the rest of your life.  You can’t do much unless you pay, waste of time.

### 5/5 — Actually works!!

*2022-03-16*

This is so reliable! 
The price of Pro is legit worth it!

P.s Thank you from the rare amount of Mac AV Intergration users :)

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2022-03-07*

I only do basic stuff with this app but it’s super handy when i don’t have my laptop and only have my phone. We’ll done 👏🏻

### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work

*2020-06-16*

This app will discover devices. That’s it.  It cannot log in to any device via SSH. Wasted $17

**Developer response:** Hello, 

We tested ssh on many 3series devices, and we do not have any issue with it . 

You can reach us at support@crestools.app and we’ll do our best to give you support. 

And you can still get a refund if you are not happy with this application . 

Best Regards,

### 1/5 — Needs to support SCTP

*2019-10-14*

I started using this when it first came out and it works fairly well. 
But, since implementing secure logins on projects this app does not work. It does not support authentication. 
Get this fixed and I will update this review and rating.

### 2/5 — Debugger needs debugging

*2019-07-17*

When this works, it’s pretty handy. Unfortunately, it’s SUPER buggy for me. Trying to run debugger at my house (3-Series). Out of a dozen attempts, I was able to connect once. Otherwise, debugger locks up on, “Searching” (sig file), or the app just crashes. Pretty steep cost, for something so unreliable. Assuming it gets more polish, I COULD see this, eventually, becoming an invaluable tool.

**Developer response:** Hello RobNh00d,

Thank you for your message, we are sorry to hear that you had hard time using the debugger tools. 

Can you send us by email the detail regarding your issue at support@crestools.app ?
In that way, we can check the issue and fix it if needed. 

Let us know, 

Kind Regards

## Frequently asked questions about Crestools

### What is Crestools used for?

Crestools is designed for developers and integrators to manage and communicate with Crestron products using SSH or Telnet. It offers features like file management, network scanning, and program debugging.

### What devices does Crestools support?

Crestools is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It supports communication with Crestron devices via SSH, SSL, or CTP protocols.

### Can I debug SimplWindows programs with Crestools?

Yes, Crestools includes a SimplWindows program debugger that allows you to modify and visualize signals in real time.

### How does Crestools handle data backup?

Crestools utilizes iCloud for backing up all your data, ensuring your project configurations and device information are securely stored.

### What are the subscription options for Crestools?

Crestools offers a subscription plan called 'Crestools One' priced at $19.99 per year. This plan likely provides access to premium features or expanded functionality.

### How frequently is Crestools updated?

The latest version, 5.1.0, was last updated on December 21, 2025. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

### What is the age rating for Crestools?

Crestools has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals who may be learning about technology.

### Does Crestools have ads?

No, Crestools does not contain advertisements. This provides an uninterrupted user experience for managing your Crestron devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.0 — 2025-12-21

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 5.0.3 — 2024-06-04

We fixed a bug when trying to connect to old ssh devices

### 5.0.2 — 2023-10-02

Integrators! We are thrilled to announce Crestools 5.0!

This is a major update for Crestools:
- Crestools now supports Virtual Devices - VC4. Debug them easily from the app. 
- The File Manager has some great new features. You can now delete, uploads and download directories.
- Search devices, projects or connections. Enjoy the new global search bar 
- As always, we fixed a lot of bugs and improved the UI.

Thank you for using Crestools! Don’t hesitate to reach us if you have any questions.

### 4.0.1 — 2023-02-18

Today is a big day for Crestools. We are thrilled to announce Crestools 4.0!

This is a major update for Crestools:
	⁃	Enjoy our new SSH library! SSH is now safer and faster. It took us years to finally support SSH natively. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we struggled. 
	⁃	Discover our new File Manager tool! Thanks to the SSH refinement, Crestools now supports SFTP to manage and share files. It is built directly on top of our SSH library. 
	⁃	Try the new Report tool! Reports have a whole new look.  They are now way easier to use. 
	⁃	Seek for all the small changes! We have fixed and changed so many little things! 
	⁃	Note that we have simplified our offer. With only one subscription, you now have access to Crestools on both iOS and macOS. 

As always, thank you for using Crestools! Don’t hesitate to reach us if you have any questions.

### 4.0.0 — 2023-01-31

Today is a big day for Crestools. We are thrilled to announce Crestools 4.0!

This is a major update for Crestools:
	⁃	Enjoy our new SSH library! SSH is now safer and faster. It took us years to finally support SSH natively. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we struggled. 
	⁃	Discover our new File Manager tool! Thanks to the SSH refinement, Crestools now supports SFTP to manage and share files. It is built directly on top of our SSH library. 
	⁃	Try the new Report tool! Reports have a whole new look.  They are now way easier to use. 
	⁃	Seek for all the small changes! We have fixed and changed so many little things! 
	⁃	Note that we have simplified our offer. With only one subscription, you now have access to Crestools on both iOS and macOS.  

As always, thank you for using Crestools! Don’t hesitate to reach us if you have any questions.

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