# Stream vs xTerminal

The clearest difference is rating: xTerminal at 4.7 against Stream's 4.1. xTerminal also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 133). Stream's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (79% vs 69%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stream sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and xTerminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

xTerminal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xTerminal has 1.9K ratings behind it against 133, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Stream's written reviews are positive against 69% of xTerminal's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stream | xTerminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-network-debug-tool/id1312141691/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 133 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 68.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#25** | #34 |
| Size | 33 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stream Lab Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499306893) | [婉媚 邵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1297240696) |

## What reviewers say

### Stream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stream-network-debug-tool/id1312141691)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This tool allows developers to inspect HTTP and HTTPS network traffic on iOS devices. It enables capturing requests, replaying them, and managing host configurations for testing different environments. Essential for debugging network issues and understanding application behavior.

**Highlights:** Sniff HTTP & HTTPS requests, Capture and preview request/response bodies, Compose and replay HTTP requests, Configure hosts for environment switching, Import and replay HAR files, Compatible with iPhone X and iPad multitasking

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coke | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free and powerful HTTP packet sniffer tool
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🔧 Useful for network debugging and troubleshooting
- 💡 Built-in JSON viewer and utilities (RSA, Base64 encryption/decryption)
- ✏️ Ability to edit and resend requests

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Certificate installation fails on iOS 18.x versions
- 🐛 Gacha history recording not working properly
- 🐛 'Code 0' error when generating JSON links
- 🐛 VPN profile conflicts requiring app reinstallation
- ⚠️ Requires installing system certificates (security concern)

**Reported bugs**

- Certificate installation fails on iOS 18.1 and 18.2
- Gacha/wish history not being captured correctly
- Code 0 error when retrieving JSON links
- VPN profiles becoming non-functional after app use
- Server connection issues (192.168.0.2:8081 unreachable)

**Requested features**

- Select all requests button for bulk export
- Ability to delete individual capture sessions/records
- Gzip response content decompression
- Breakpoint setting for request modification
- Media file saving capability


### xTerminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Free · Developer Tools, #43 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage servers remotely with a fast and secure SSH terminal client. Features include a powerful editor, multi-session management, file transfer, and advanced security options. Ideal for IT professionals and developers needing to control servers from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Interactive SSH terminal, Built-in vi/vim editor, Multi-session management, Command snippets, SFTP file management, Secure port knocking, Batch command execution

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| xTerminal Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| xTerminal Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| xTerminal Pro | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connections
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 💡 Useful app
- 👍 Great support team

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional bugs
- 🔒 Lack of secure credential entry

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen on connection
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Nano text editor issues

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Import key functionality
- Improved ANSI support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stream free?

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

### Is xTerminal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stream or xTerminal?

xTerminal is rated higher. Stream averages 4.1 out of 5 from 133 ratings, while xTerminal averages 4.7 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Stream or xTerminal have ads?

xTerminal shows ads; Stream does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stream or xTerminal?

Stream ships an update every 3 weeks, and xTerminal every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stream was updated on September 27, 2026 and xTerminal on September 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Stream or xTerminal?

Stream currently peaks at #25 in the App Store charts, and xTerminal at #34. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*