# PostgreSQL Client vs SSH Client

The clearest difference is rating: PostgreSQL Client at 4.6 against SSH Client's 3.6. PostgreSQL Client also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 47%). SSH Client's advantage is chart position (#91 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SSH Client sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PostgreSQL Client holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 153 and 406 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 47% of SSH Client's.

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, SSH Client every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PostgreSQL Client | SSH Client |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353/reviews)** | [3.6 (406 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-terminal-and-termux/id1475741280/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 153 | **406** |
| Positive reviews | **74.1% of reviews** | 47.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#91** |
| Size | 124 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [Moon Technolabs Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/558496197) |

## What reviewers say

### PostgreSQL Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353)

Access and manage your PostgreSQL databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring, querying, and modifying data, with advanced features like AI-assisted query composition and ER diagrams. It supports secure connections and various data import/export options.

**Highlights:** Secure TLS/SSH connections, AI-assisted query composition, ER Diagram Viewer, Advanced data grid for editing, Data import/export, Database object exploration, Server status monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO FEATURES | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Visually polished and functional
- 🚀 Responsive developer and quick bug fixes
- 👍 Intuitive navigation and comfy table views
- 👍 Great for mobile iOS PostgreSQL management
- 👍 Works perfectly, worth the money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pay for everything, not truly free
- 💰 Locked behind payment, no trial
- 🐛 Buggy, especially chart creation
- 🐛 Connection issues and errors
- 🐛 No access to tables/functions

**Reported bugs**

- Chart creation resets fields
- Connection errors after no changes
- No access to tables/functions
- Connection lost immediately after switching apps
- Reconnecting process hangs up

**Requested features**

- Add Generate Random button for UUID
- Allow installation on M1/M3 Mac
- Add SSH tunnels with key authentication
- Show HINT in error handling
- Editor of procedure must resize to full screen


### SSH Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-terminal-and-termux/id1475741280)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a powerful and advanced SSH and Telnet client for managing remote servers on iOS and Mac. It offers robust features like multi-session support, customizable terminals, and SFTP file transfer capabilities for seamless server administration.

**Highlights:** SSH and Telnet client, SFTP file transfer, Multi-session capability, Customizable terminal, Private key import/generation, Server folder organization, Bluetooth keyboard support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Half Yearly Plan | $6.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Plan | $11.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and convenient SFTP
- 🔒 Secure SSH app
- 👍 Easy session reconnection
- 👍 Very easy port forwarding
- 👍 Reliable SSH client

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Can't try without subscription
- 🐛 Took my server password then told me it costs
- 🐛 Quality Garbage
- 🐛 Why do I have to have a subscription?
- 🐛 Don't work without Subsription

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with private networks
- Keyboard issues on iPad Pro
- Obscured terminal window on iPad
- Crashes after initial use

**Requested features**

- Add Chinese language support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PostgreSQL Client free?

PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SSH Client free?

SSH Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or SSH Client?

PostgreSQL Client is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while SSH Client averages 3.6 from 406 ratings.

### Do PostgreSQL Client or SSH Client have ads?

Neither PostgreSQL Client nor SSH Client shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or SSH Client?

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and SSH Client every 2 weeks. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 28, 2026 and SSH Client on September 29, 2026.

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