# SSH Client vs Termix

SSH Client and Termix both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 94% of SSH Client's written reviews are positive against 78% of Termix's. SSH Client also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 165) and chart position (#20 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SSH Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Termix sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for SSH Client against 4.8 for Termix. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SSH Client has 1.5K ratings behind it against 165, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of SSH Client's written reviews are positive against 78% of Termix's.

SSH Client ships an update weekly, Termix every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SSH Client | Termix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-secure-shellfish/id1336634154/reviews) | [4.8 (165 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/termix-ssh-client-and-terminal/id6739386670/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 165 |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 77.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | — |
| Size | 117 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anders Borum](https://appshunter.io/developer/343532883) | [Simon Zvara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490607194) |

## What reviewers say

### SSH Client

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

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #118 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


### Termix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/termix-ssh-client-and-terminal/id6739386670)

This app provides a powerful and secure SSH and SFTP client for remote server management. It features a robust terminal, advanced file manager with code editing, and customizable options for enhanced productivity. Designed with privacy and security in mind, it offers a desktop-grade experience on Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Ultimate SSH & SFTP client, Advanced file manager, Code editor with syntax highlighting, Native gestures and keyboard shortcuts, Multi-session and split-screen support, Serverless security with iCloud storage, Enhanced automation with startup snippets

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Termix Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth UI
- 🚀 Straightforward and well-put-together app
- 💰 Lots of features for free
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Great alternative to subscription-based apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when using jump host
- 🐛 Crashes after paying for jump host support

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using jump host
- Crashes after paying for jump host support

**Requested features**

- Support for mosh in addition to SSH
- Full-screen mode when using an external keyboard
- Copy/paste from keyboard


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SSH Client free?

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

### Is Termix free?

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

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

SSH Client and Termix are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.5K and 165 ratings respectively.

### Do SSH Client or Termix have ads?

Neither SSH Client nor Termix shows ads.

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

SSH Client ships an update weekly, and Termix every 5 days. Most recently, SSH Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and Termix on September 23, 2026.

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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.*