Comparison

Face Mesh vs OpenTerm

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Face Mesh

Visualize and interact with ARKit's 3D face mesh. Developers can see vertex indices, select specific parts of the face, and export index arrays for use in FaceTracking applications.

Highlights
  • Visualize vertex indices on 3D face mesh
  • Tap to select/deselect individual vertices
  • Select face outline and eyes
  • Export index arrays
  • Pinch to zoom, pan, and rotate gestures
Features
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Face Mesh app is for iOS developers who need to visually learn the vertex indices for the ARFaceGeometry face mesh provided by Apple Developer. These vertex indices are very important for working in ARKit and especially for developing FaceTracking apps. You will be able to see the actual location of each vertex in the 3D face mesh grid. Each vertex is labeled with its index as it exists in ARFaceGeometry.vertices() • Tap on individual vertices to select/deselect. • Use All, None & Invert options to easily build complex selections. • Easily select face geometry outline and individual eyes. • Export your selections as an array of indices with one tap. How to move around the face mesh? - Pinch to zoom in/out - Pan with one finger to rotate - Pan with two fingers to move - Rotate with two fingers to rotate on the z-axis

About

OpenTerm

This app provides a powerful command-line interface on iOS, enabling users to execute a wide range of Linux commands, manage files, and connect to remote servers via SSH/FTP. It supports scripting languages like Python and Lua, making it ideal for developers and tech professionals on the move.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive command library
  • File management
  • Network tools
  • SSH/FTP remote access
  • Python and Lua interpreter support
  • Customizable settings
Features
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OpenTerm brings the power of a command line interface to iOS, making it the go-to terminal emulator for developers, tech enthusiasts, and professionals on the go. This advanced CLI tool is designed to function seamlessly within iOS’s sandboxed environment, supporting an extensive range of Linux-based commands and providing SSH/FTP client capabilities for secure remote connections. Key Features: • Comprehensive Command Library: Execute popular commands like `ls`, `cat`, `grep`, `curl`, `echo`, `scp`, `ssh`, and many more. New commands are added regularly to enhance functionality. • File Management: Seamlessly create, delete, move, and copy files within your iOS filesystem. • Network Tools: Utilize commands like `ping`, `nslookup`, `nc`, and `curl` to diagnose network issues and connect with remote systems. • Remote Access: Securely access and manage servers with SSH and FTP/SFTP, directly from your device. • Built-in Utilities: Includes useful scripting and automation tools (`awk`, `sed`, `grep`), and utilities like `gzip` for file compression. • Programming Language Support: Run and experiment with interpreters like **Python** and **Lua**, making it easy to test code snippets or automate tasks on the go. • Customizable: Tailor your CLI experience with customizable settings, such as enabling command aliases or configuring network connection preferences. Whether you’re troubleshooting remotely, managing files, running quick scripts, or testing Python/Lua code, OpenTerm empowers you to bring the full power of a command line wherever you are. More commands and enhancements are coming soon! If you have any feedback or questions, please feel free to contact us at miaozhi.ai@gmail.com.

Screenshots

Face Mesh3 screens
OpenTerm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: OpenTerm at $4.99 against Face Mesh's $19.99. OpenTerm also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.4) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 38 months). Face Mesh's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, chart position, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Face Mesh costs $19.99 and OpenTerm $4.99 up front. OpenTerm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Face Mesh asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OpenTerm holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenTerm has 188 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Face Mesh's written reviews are positive against 44% of OpenTerm's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Face Mesh ships an update every 38 months, OpenTerm every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Face Mesh versus OpenTerm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFace MeshOpenTerm
Price$19.99$4.99 — better
Rating3.4 (16 ratings)4.2 (188 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews44.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16188 — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#177#63 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTech PositiveCHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

Face Mesh

All ratings16 ratings
Positive56.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative43.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

OpenTerm

All ratings188 ratings
Positive77.1%
Neutral8.0%
Negative14.9%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral8.9%
Negative46.7%

In-app purchases

None

Face Mesh

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

OpenTerm

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Face Mesh free?
Face Mesh costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is OpenTerm free?
OpenTerm costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Face Mesh or OpenTerm?
OpenTerm is rated higher. Face Mesh averages 3.4 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while OpenTerm averages 4.2 from 188 ratings.
Do Face Mesh or OpenTerm have ads?
Neither Face Mesh nor OpenTerm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Face Mesh or OpenTerm?
Face Mesh ships an update every 38 months, and OpenTerm every 2 months. Most recently, Face Mesh was updated on October 13, 2026 and OpenTerm on October 14, 2026.
Which is more popular, Face Mesh or OpenTerm?
Face Mesh currently peaks at #177 in the App Store charts, and OpenTerm at #63. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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