# SSH Client vs Blink Shell, Build & Code

The clearest difference is rating: SSH Client at 3.6 against Blink Shell, Build & Code's 3.1. SSH Client also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 37%) and device support (4 vs 2). Blink Shell, Build & Code's advantage is chart position (#14 vs #96). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SSH Client sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Blink Shell, Build & Code sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SSH Client holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 406 and 418 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of SSH Client's written reviews are positive against 37% of Blink Shell, Build & Code's.

SSH Client ships an update every 2 weeks, Blink Shell, Build & Code every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SSH Client | Blink Shell, Build & Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.6 (406 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-terminal-and-termux/id1475741280/reviews)** | [3.1 (418 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blink-shell-build-and-code/id1594898306/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 406 | **418** |
| Positive reviews | **47.2% of reviews** | 36.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #96 | **#14** |
| Size | 65 MB | 211 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Moon Technolabs Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/558496197) | [Blink Shell, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526795995) |

## What reviewers say

### SSH Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssh-client-terminal-and-termux/id1475741280)

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

This app provides a powerful and advanced SSH and Telnet client for managing remote servers on iOS and Mac. It offers robust features like multi-session support, customizable terminals, and SFTP file transfer capabilities for seamless server administration.

**Highlights:** SSH and Telnet client, SFTP file transfer, Multi-session capability, Customizable terminal, Private key import/generation, Server folder organization, Bluetooth keyboard support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Half Yearly Plan | $6.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Plan | $11.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and convenient SFTP
- 🔒 Secure SSH app
- 👍 Easy session reconnection
- 👍 Very easy port forwarding
- 👍 Reliable SSH client

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Can't try without subscription
- 🐛 Took my server password then told me it costs
- 🐛 Quality Garbage
- 🐛 Why do I have to have a subscription?
- 🐛 Don't work without Subsription

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with private networks
- Keyboard issues on iPad Pro
- Obscured terminal window on iPad
- Crashes after initial use

**Requested features**

- Add Chinese language support


### Blink Shell, Build & Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blink-shell-build-and-code/id1594898306)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #69 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Transform your iOS device into a powerful terminal for coding and development. Leverage Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections. Integrate with VS Code and manage your entire development workflow from your pocket.

**Highlights:** Mosh and SSH connections, VS Code integration (Blink Code), Remote runtime creation (Blink Build), Full SSH toolset, Hardware keyboard support, External display support, SFTP transfers

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Build Basic - 50 credits/month | $7.99 | per month |
| Blink+Build Basic | $9.99 | per month |
| Blink Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| Blink+ | $19.99 | per year |
| Blink Shell Classic | Free | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SSH Client free?

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

### Is Blink Shell, Build & Code free?

Blink Shell, Build & Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SSH Client or Blink Shell, Build & Code?

SSH Client is rated higher. SSH Client averages 3.6 out of 5 from 406 ratings, while Blink Shell, Build & Code averages 3.1 from 418 ratings.

### Do SSH Client or Blink Shell, Build & Code have ads?

Neither SSH Client nor Blink Shell, Build & Code shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SSH Client or Blink Shell, Build & Code?

SSH Client ships an update every 2 weeks, and Blink Shell, Build & Code every 3 weeks. Most recently, SSH Client was updated on September 24, 2026 and Blink Shell, Build & Code on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, SSH Client or Blink Shell, Build & Code?

SSH Client currently peaks at #96 in the App Store charts, and Blink Shell, Build & Code at #14. 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.*