# SSH Client vs Terminal#

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | SSH Client | Terminal# |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-secure-shellfish/id1336634154/reviews)** | [4.5 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal/id1632249346/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 153 |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 91.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | #79 |
| Size | 117 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anders Borum](https://appshunter.io/developer/343532883) | [Vasilii Shaidullin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1423700543) |

## What reviewers say

### SSH Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-secure-shellfish/id1336634154)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #116 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShellFish Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| ShellFish Annual subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| ShellFish Lifetime Pro Unlock | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when running certain commands
- Issues with file transfer progress reporting

**Requested features**

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


### Terminal#

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal/id1632249346)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Semi-annual | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Two hundred connections | $2.99 | one-time |
| Five hundred connections | $3.99 | one-time |
| Eight hundred connections | $5.99 | one-time |
| A thousand connections | $7.99 | one-time |
| Infinity connections | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Add support for 2FA
- Improve text editor functionality
- Provide option to disable password storage


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