SSH Client vs Developer Tools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Developer Tools
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Tooly is an all-in-one toolkit designed to simplify and accelerate your development workflow. Whether you’re a software engineer, a web developer, or a designer, Tooly provides a comprehensive set of tools that seamlessly integrate into your development environment. Packed with essential utilities, Tooly is designed to help you handle everyday development tasks faster and more efficiently. Available Tools: - Base64 Encoder/Decoder: Easily convert text to Base64 and back again with just a few taps. - Unix Time Converter: Convert timestamps across various formats like Unix, Hexa epoch, and CoreData epoch, or display human-readable dates. - String Case Converter: Easily convert text to different cases such as camelCase, snake_case, or uppercase. - JSON to XML: Convert JSON data to XML, perfect for API development or data interchange. - JSON to YAML: Convert JSON data to YAML format for easier configuration and readability. - JSON to Swift: Convert JSON to Swift structs or classes for use in your iOS/macOS projects. - ID Generator and Decoder: Generate and decode UUIDs, ULIDs and NanoIDs for use in your projects. - Color Converter: Convert colors between formats such as HEX, RGB, HSL, HSB, XYZ, Lab, and named colors for fast color management. - Lorem Ipsum Generator: Quickly generate placeholder text, customizable by the number of words, phrases, or paragraphs. - Hash Generator: Create hashes in formats such as MD2, MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 to ensure data consistency and integrity. - Hash Validator: Verify the integrity of text or files by comparing them with a generated hash. - QR Code Generator: Create custom QR codes instantly from any input string. - Number Base Converter: Convert numbers between different bases, including binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal. - X.509 Certificate Decoder: Decode and inspect X.509 certificates in PEM format, extracting all the vital details. - JWT Decoder: Decode JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) and inspect their contents for easier debugging and integration. - Date Formatter: Format dates quickly and easily using the Unicode Standard (e.g., yyyy, MM, dd). - URL Encoder/Decoder: Encode URLs to make them safe for use in web addresses or decode them to read their original form. Enjoy all the features of Tooly and its tools with a one-week free trial. No commitment and cancellable at any time. Additionally, the following tools: Base64 Encoder/Decoder, JSON to XML, String Case Converter, and Unix Time Converter are available for free! And more to come! We are constantly improving Tooly and adding more useful utilities to make your development process smoother and more productive. Tooly is fully built for macOS and iPadOS, ensuring perfect integration into your workflow on any device. All tools are available as Shortcut Actions on iPad and macOS, enabling you to automate routine tasks. Additionally, Tooly supports a Command-Line Interface (CLI) on macOS for developers who prefer a terminal-based workflow. Why Tooly? - Convenience: All the essential developer tools in one app. - Efficiency: Perform conversions, generate hashes, and handle data with ease. - Future-Proof: New tools are on the way, expanding the app’s utility even further. - Tailored for Developers: Tooly is crafted with developers in mind, making it the perfect addition to your toolbox. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SSH Client at weekly against Developer Tools's every 3 weeks. SSH Client also leads on chart position (#24 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. SSH Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Developer Tools sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SSH Client ships an update weekly, Developer Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SSH Client | Developer Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 94.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Best chart rank | #24 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 117 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anders Borum | Basile Cornet |
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
Developer Tools
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SSH Client
- ShellFish Monthly subscription14 Days trial$2.991 Month
- ShellFish Annual subscription$14.991 Year
- ShellFish Lifetime Pro Unlock$29.99
Developer Tools
- Tooly Pro Weekly7 Days trial$0.297 Days
- Tooly Pro Monthly$1.491 Month
- Tooly Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Tooly Pro Lifetime$24.99
Questions
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