Comparison

SSH Client vs Terminal#

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SSH Client

This app provides a fast SSH terminal and remote file access, seamlessly integrating your SSH servers with your iOS device. It offers advanced text editing gestures, drag-and-drop file management, and built-in tmux support for persistent sessions. Access your server's file system directly within the Files app and automate transfers via Shortcuts.

Highlights
  • Lightning fast SSH terminal
  • Remote file access and management
  • Standard and custom text editing gestures
  • Drag-and-drop file transfer
  • Built-in tmux support for session persistence
  • Files app integration for server file system
  • Shortcuts app integration for automation
Features
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Lightning fast SSH terminal with remote file access. No other app fuses your SSH servers and iOS devices as well as Secure ShellFish. Tap Get and see for yourself. Terminal supports standard text editing gestures for selection, scrolling and copy/paste as well as custom gestures to send arrow keys and tabulator making shell entry and full screen editing with vim or emacs delightful. Bar above the keyboard makes it easy to type special keys and insert snippets. Select and drag filenames out of the terminal as actual files and drag files from other apps into the terminal to upload. Use built-in tmux support to persist terminal sessions if you lose Internet access, pick existing sessions with thumbnails and Handoff sessions between devices. Server file system is available in the Files app and recently accessed files and directories are cached to make them available when offline. Use apps like Textastic and iA Writer for a native editing experience working on your remote server files. Upload files or entire directories from the share sheet with minimal friction as the last destination directory for each kind of file is remembered or automate file transfers in the Shortcuts app. Connect to your Mac, Synology NAS and any other SSH server or create new Digital Ocean droplets right from the app. Secure ShellFish is useful as a free app and paying pro users can disable ads in the terminal, upload through the Files app and configure unlimited number of servers.

About

Terminal#

This app provides a secure and convenient way to manage your servers directly from your mobile device. It offers a powerful terminal interface for efficient server management on the go, with an intuitive design suitable for all users.

Highlights
  • Secure SSH connection
  • Convenient server management
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Mobile flexibility
  • Quick and efficient terminal
Features
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Terminal#: An SSH client for securely managing your servers right from your mobile device. Features: Secure Connection: Allows securely connecting to your servers using the SSH protocol, ensuring secure data transmission. Convenient Management: The powerful terminal interface enables you to quickly and efficiently manage your servers regardless of your location. Intuitive Interface: A simple and intuitive interface makes using the app easy even for beginners. Mobile Flexibility: Enables you to manage your servers directly from your mobile device, providing flexibility and convenience in your work. Whether you're a system administrator, developer, or simply need a convenient way to manage your servers on the go, Terminal# provides a secure and efficient solution for your mobile device. Additional subscription information: You can cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID settings in iTunes and the App Store. All prices include local sales taxes. Payment will be made from your iTunes account after purchase confirmation. The subscription will automatically renew unless you disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current period ends. The renewal fee will be charged to your account within 24 hours before the current period ends, specifying the renewal cost. You can manage your subscriptions and disable automatic renewal by going to your account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current subscription is not available during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to this publication. Please review our privacy policy and terms of use: End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.making-app.com/remterm/

Screenshots

SSH Client4 screens
Terminal#4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: SSH Client at freemium against Terminal#'s subscription. SSH Client also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Terminal#'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SSH Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Terminal# sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SSH Client holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SSH Client has 1.5K ratings behind it against 153, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of SSH Client's written reviews are positive against 91% of Terminal#'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SSH Client ships an update weekly, Terminal# every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
SSH Client versus Terminal#: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSSH ClientTerminal#
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings) — better4.5 (153 ratings)
Positive reviews94.3% of reviews — better91.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K — better153
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#19 — better#79
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders BorumVasilii Shaidullin

Customer experience

SSH Client

All ratings1,509 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral1.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews614 reviews
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.9%

Terminal#

All ratings153 ratings
Positive87.6%
Neutral3.3%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews240 reviews
Positive91.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.8%

User reviews

SSH Client

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Turns iPad into productivity machine
  • 🚀 Seamless SSH experience
  • 👍 Excellent integration with Files app
  • 👍 Robust key management and syncing
  • 👍 Powerful terminal with great features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior with some commands
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security

Terminal#

From 153 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable
  • 🔒 Secure remote access
  • 💡 Useful keyboard shortcuts
  • 👍 Clutter-free interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs with text editor
  • 🔒 Concerns about password storage
  • 🔋 Issues with background operation

Bugs and requests

SSH Client

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes when running certain commands
  • Issues with file transfer progress reporting

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved documentation and tutorials
  • Support for additional authentication methods
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts and layouts
  • Tabbed terminal interface

Terminal#

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Freezing on login screen
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Scrolling problems with on-screen keyboard

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for 2FA
  • Improve text editor functionality
  • Provide option to disable password storage

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SSH Client

Subscriptions2
  • ShellFish Monthly subscription14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • ShellFish Annual subscription$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • ShellFish Lifetime Pro Unlock$29.99
8 purchases

Terminal#

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Semi-annual$8.996 Months
  • Annual$19.991 Year
One-time5
  • Two hundred connections$2.99
  • Five hundred connections$3.99
  • Eight hundred connections$5.99
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  • A thousand connections$7.99
  • Infinity connections$9.99

Questions

Is SSH Client free?
SSH Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Terminal# free?
Terminal# is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SSH Client or Terminal#?
SSH Client is rated higher. SSH Client averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Terminal# averages 4.5 from 153 ratings.
Do SSH Client or Terminal# have ads?
Neither SSH Client nor Terminal# shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SSH Client or Terminal#?
SSH Client ships an update weekly, and Terminal# every 5 months. Most recently, SSH Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and Terminal# on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, SSH Client or Terminal#?
SSH Client currently peaks at #19 in the App Store charts, and Terminal# at #79. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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