# Koder Code Editor vs xTerminal

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Koder Code Editor at none against xTerminal's 4. Koder Code Editor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (12K vs 1.9K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. xTerminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Koder Code Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Koder Code Editor against 4.7 for xTerminal. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Koder Code Editor has 12K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Koder Code Editor's written reviews are positive against 69% of xTerminal's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Koder Code Editor | xTerminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koder-code-editor/id1447489375/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1.9K |
| Positive reviews | **71.7% of reviews** | 68.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | #32 |
| Size | 35 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Reny Mustika](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447484425) | [婉媚 邵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1297240696) |

## What reviewers say

### Koder Code Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/koder-code-editor/id1447489375)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A powerful code editor for mobile devices, offering syntax highlighting for over 80 languages, remote file access, and a built-in terminal. Perfect for developers who need to code on the go with a well-designed interface.

**Highlights:** Syntax highlighting for 80+ languages, Remote file access (SFTP, Dropbox, WebDAV), Built-in SSH client, Tabbed editing, Code autocomplete, Snippet manager, Editor themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for coding on the go
- 👍 Clean and intuitive UI
- 🚀 Efficient file management
- 🚀 Supports multiple file formats
- 🚀 Seamless cloud integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Bugs when switching between apps
- 🐛 File corruption and data loss
- 🐛 Unreliable SFTP/SSH connections
- 🐛 Lack of customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening certain file types
- Inability to rename or delete files
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Sync issues with cloud storage providers
- Performance degradation on larger files

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved Git integration
- Terminal/console functionality
- Support for more programming languages
- Ability to disable line wrapping


### xTerminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Free · Developer Tools, #96 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage servers remotely with a fast and secure SSH terminal client. Features include a powerful editor, multi-session management, file transfer, and advanced security options. Ideal for IT professionals and developers needing to control servers from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Interactive SSH terminal, Built-in vi/vim editor, Multi-session management, Command snippets, SFTP file management, Secure port knocking, Batch command execution

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| xTerminal Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| xTerminal Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| xTerminal Pro | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connections
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 💡 Useful app
- 👍 Great support team

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional bugs
- 🔒 Lack of secure credential entry

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen on connection
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Nano text editor issues

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Import key functionality
- Improved ANSI support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Koder Code Editor free?

Koder Code Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is xTerminal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Koder Code Editor or xTerminal?

xTerminal is rated higher. Koder Code Editor averages 4.6 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while xTerminal averages 4.7 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Koder Code Editor or xTerminal have ads?

xTerminal shows ads; Koder Code Editor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Koder Code Editor or xTerminal?

Koder Code Editor ships an update every 3 weeks, and xTerminal every 3 weeks. Most recently, Koder Code Editor was updated on October 12, 2026 and xTerminal on October 10, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Koder Code Editor or xTerminal?

Koder Code Editor currently peaks at #23 in the App Store charts, and xTerminal at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*