# Core Shell vs Linux Command and Terminal

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Linux Command and Terminal at none against Core Shell's 4. Core Shell's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Core Shell | Linux Command and Terminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Codinn Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/597333552) | [SANJAYA SUBEDI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794793934) |

## 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 |


### Linux Command and Terminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linux-command-and-terminal/id6802581610)

**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 Linux Command and Terminal free?

Linux Command and Terminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Core Shell or Linux Command and Terminal have ads?

Linux Command and Terminal shows ads; Core Shell does not.

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