# SSH Client vs Remote Codetrol

The clearest difference is ratings volume: SSH Client at 1.5K against Remote Codetrol's 3. SSH Client also leads on chart position (#20 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SSH Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Remote Codetrol sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. 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 4.7 for Remote Codetrol. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SSH Client has 1.5K ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of Remote Codetrol's.

SSH Client ships an update weekly, Remote Codetrol every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SSH Client | Remote Codetrol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-secure-shellfish/id1336634154/reviews)** | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-codetrol/id6755246569/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 94.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | — |
| Size | 132 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Anders Borum](https://appshunter.io/developer/343532883) | [Scicotherapy Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1260450873) |

## What reviewers say

### SSH Client

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

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #125 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


### Remote Codetrol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-codetrol/id6755246569)

Control AI agents and applications running on your Mac or Linux machines from your iPhone or iPad. Manage coding sessions, access private apps, and automate tasks with custom bots and widgets.

**Highlights:** Remote control for AI agents, Access private Mac/Linux apps, Customizable widgets, Task automation with bots, Secure cloud relay connection, Unlimited device pairing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote Codetrol Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote Codetrol Pro Annual | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SSH Client free?

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

### Is Remote Codetrol free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SSH Client or Remote Codetrol?

SSH Client is rated higher. SSH Client averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Remote Codetrol averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do SSH Client or Remote Codetrol have ads?

Neither SSH Client nor Remote Codetrol shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SSH Client or Remote Codetrol?

SSH Client ships an update weekly, and Remote Codetrol every 8 days. Most recently, SSH Client was updated on October 17, 2026 and Remote Codetrol on October 1, 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.*