# Core Shell vs TypeTab

The clearest difference is rating: TypeTab at 5.0 against Core Shell's 4.0. TypeTab also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Core Shell's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

TypeTab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Core Shell | TypeTab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typetab-coding-keyboard/id6800613590/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 49 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Codinn Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/597333552) | [Andreu Pifarre](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518351729) |

## 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 |


### TypeTab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typetab-coding-keyboard/id6800613590)

This developer-focused keyboard for iPhone offers an eight-row layout with persistent letters, numbers, and programming symbols. It streamlines coding by allowing cursor control via drag gestures and supports custom snippets for common code structures. It works across various apps that support third-party keyboards.

**Highlights:** Eight-row layout with persistent symbol rows, Drag-to-cursor and drag-to-token navigation, Auto-paired brackets and quotes, Reusable built-in and custom code snippets, Adjustable key height and haptic feedback, Built-in Test Pad

**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 TypeTab free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Core Shell or TypeTab?

TypeTab is rated higher. Core Shell averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TypeTab averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Core Shell or TypeTab have ads?

Neither Core Shell nor TypeTab shows ads.

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