# Core Shell vs Mobile Terminal

The clearest difference is rating: Core Shell at 4.0 against Mobile Terminal's 1.0. Core Shell also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Mobile Terminal's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Core Shell sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Mobile Terminal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Core Shell holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Core Shell's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mobile Terminal's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Core Shell | Mobile Terminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-terminal-ssh-and-ai-cli/id6748270612/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **38.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 49 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Codinn Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/597333552) | [William Barksdale](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797320143) |

## What reviewers say

### Core Shell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581)

This app provides a powerful terminal emulator and SSH client for efficient host management. It offers robust features like OpenSSH compatibility, automatic reconnection, and customizable themes. Premium features include unlimited connections and cross-device profile syncing.

**Highlights:** Full-featured terminal emulator, OpenSSH compatible, Keychain integration, Advanced options editor, Automatic reconnection, Theming and color schemes, Unlimited connections (premium)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (1-Year) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium (4-Year) | $44.99 | one-time |


### Mobile Terminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-terminal-ssh-and-ai-cli/id6748270612)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a portable development hub. Securely connect to SSH sessions, run AI command-line tools, and preview your projects live with a built-in web viewer. Access a full command-line experience optimized for mobile.

**Highlights:** Powerful SSH terminal, AI CLI execution, Local tool execution, Touch-friendly shortcuts, Multiple tabs, Live web preview, Built-in WebView

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Core Shell free?

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

### Is Mobile Terminal free?

Mobile Terminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Core Shell or Mobile Terminal?

Core Shell is rated higher. Core Shell averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Mobile Terminal averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Core Shell or Mobile Terminal have ads?

Neither Core Shell nor Mobile Terminal shows ads.

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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.*