OpenTerm vs Appspree
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Comprehensive command library
- File management
- Network tools
- SSH/FTP remote access
- Python and Lua interpreter support
- Customizable settings
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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.
Appspree
Easily track app prices, generate and manage promotional codes, and create campaign links. This tool is ideal for app owners and marketers needing to distribute promo codes efficiently. Supports iCloud sync for seamless management.
- Track app prices
- Manage promotional codes
- Generate campaign links
- Bulk promo code entry
- Add apps via ID or link
- iCloud sync support
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Appspree is a handy tool to track app prices, manage promotional codes, campaign links. It's super useful if you own apps (or is marketing apps) and need to manage & distribute promo codes for them. Apps can be added by pasting an app ID or an app link. Promo codes can be added by pasting them in bulk. iCloud sync is now supported!!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Appspree at Free against OpenTerm's $4.99. Appspree also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). OpenTerm's advantage is chart position (#21 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Appspree is free to download; OpenTerm costs $4.99 up front. OpenTerm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Appspree sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Appspree holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 191 and 661 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of OpenTerm's written reviews are positive against 58% of Appspree's.
OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, Appspree every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.
| Parameter | OpenTerm | Appspree |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (191 ratings) | 4.6 (661 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | 58.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 191 | 661 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #21 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. | Actowise LLC |
Customer experience
OpenTerm
Appspree
User reviews
OpenTerm
From 191 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Good for Linux users
- 👍 Customizations and shortcuts appreciated
- 👍 Useful for experienced CLI users
- 👍 Works on older iPhones
- 👍 Good initial impressions
Room to improve
- 🐛 SSH connection issues
- 🐛 Output formatting problems
- 🐛 Missing essential commands
- 🐛 Password not obscured during SSH
- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
Appspree
From 661 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Useful app
- 👍 Helpful app
- 👍 Fun app
- 👍 Amazing app
Room to improve
- 🐛 Intrusive loud ads
- 🐛 Waste of time for a scam
- 🐛 Invalid codes for almost all apps
- 🐛 App doesn't work anymore
- 🐛 Full-page ads that cannot be closed
Bugs and requests
OpenTerm
Reported bugs
14 issues- Handshake error when SSHing to Raspberry Pi
- Scan command no longer works for local networks
- Settings menu opens wrong options after premium upgrade
- Output of commands like ls, cat is truncated to one line
- Uptime command not working
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- SSH connection established but commands don't execute correctly (e.g., 'pwd' prints literally)
- DIG command missing despite being listed in description
- Password prompt for SSH does not obscure input
- App sends extra enter key presses during sudo password entry
- App buttons at top of screen, no text visible with floating keyboard on iPad
- SSH and Telnet commands do not work
- App crashes on traceroute
- Cannot select specific SSH port
- Password displayed in clear text over SSH
Requested features
5 requests- Add apt, apk, pkg, add, git, git clone commands
- Add support for specific SSH ports
- Improve explanation and examples for new users
- Allow easier interaction with local files
- Add manual or documentation
Appspree
Reported bugs
3 issues- App doesn't work
- Can't delete apps from tracking list
- Search results are limited
Requested features
3 requests- More types for the share sheet
- Tutorial or FAQ for how to use the app
- Ability to track in-app purchases
In-app purchases
OpenTerm
- Lifetime Premium$3.99
Appspree
- Pro Lifetime$3.99
- Pro Lifetime$7.99
