Best apps like Octopus: Codex Code App

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Updated August 2026

Octopus is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Octopus

Nano AI - for Ollama#1

Nano AI - for Ollama by 一鸣 刘

Modern AI Chat Client
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
3.4(11 ratings)
Free
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A cross-platform chat client for Ollama, offering a native-like interface and local-first privacy. It provides features like streaming replies, rich markdown rendering, and persistent chat history for a seamless AI interaction experience.

Termux -#2

Termux - by TERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Terminal and Linux Environment
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.3(55 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a full Linux terminal emulator on iOS, allowing native command-line operations without remote connections. It features a virtual keyboard, AI command generation, and customizable themes for system administration practice, script development, and more.

Happier: Claude Codex OpenCode#3

Happier: Claude Codex OpenCode by Leeroy Brun

Code anywhere. Faster. Happier
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.4(10 ratings)
Free
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This app acts as a secure bridge for AI coding agents, allowing you to run and continue sessions from your computer on your phone. It supports collaboration, reliable session resuming, and full history access with end-to-end encryption.

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Mobile IDE for Codex AI GPT
Mobile IDE for Codex AI GPT
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This app provides a mobile interface for a desktop AI coding environment, allowing developers to edit code, run commands, manage Git, and interact with AI assistants from their iPhone. It enables productive use of idle moments by offering real-time access to projects and a built-in terminal.

Real-time desktop bridgeBuilt-in terminalFull Git support
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Omnara: Claude & Codex Mobile
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Claude Code & Codex on the go
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Control your AI coding agents from your phone. Monitor, steer, and approve live AI coding sessions in real time, anywhere. Supports Claude Code and Codex, with features like voice coding and live localhost previews.

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KittyLitter
KittyLitter
KittyLitter
Codex on iPhone
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This app provides a native mobile interface for interacting with Codex servers. It allows users to manage coding sessions remotely, review conversation history, and communicate with the AI using voice input, all without needing a laptop.

Discover local Codex serversConnect to remote servers via SSHVoice input for AI prompts
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Hermex
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A Hermes Agent Client
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This app provides a native mobile interface for interacting with your self-hosted Hermes Agent server. It allows you to manage conversations, control agent settings, and access workspace files directly from your iPhone.

Connect to your own Hermes serverManage existing and start new conversationsControl models, profiles, and reasoning
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Orca IDE
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This app mirrors your desktop terminal sessions, including AI agent interactions, directly to your iPhone. It provides full keyboard input and multi-terminal support for seamless remote coding management. All processing remains on your desktop, ensuring your data stays secure.

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VibeCode: Codex & Claude AI
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VibeCode: Codex & Claude AI
Vibe Coding Anywhere - Vicoa
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This app allows developers to seamlessly continue AI coding sessions across multiple devices. Receive instant alerts for AI agent input and stay productive while away from your desk.

Cross-device session continuityInstant AI agent alertsReal-time agent updates
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(26)
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OpenCode Mobile App
OpenCode Mobile App
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Access your OpenCode server remotely from any device. Receive push notifications and utilize free remote tunnels for continuous session management. This unofficial application is built using OpenCode itself.

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