# OpenTerm vs Appspree

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 (#76 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenTerm | Appspree |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (191 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openterm/id1481149807/reviews) | **[4.6 (661 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appspree-app-promo-tools/id1577283722/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 191 | **661** |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | **58.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#76** | — |
| Size | 86 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465440799) | [Actowise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563247119) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenTerm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openterm/id1481149807)

**Currently charting:** #76 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for Linux users
- 👍 Customizations and shortcuts appreciated
- 👍 Useful for experienced CLI users
- 👍 Works on older iPhones
- 👍 Good initial impressions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 SSH connection issues
- 🐛 Output formatting problems
- 🐛 Missing essential commands
- 🐛 Password not obscured during SSH
- 🐛 App crashes or freezes

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appspree-app-promo-tools/id1577283722)

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.

**Highlights:** Track app prices, Manage promotional codes, Generate campaign links, Bulk promo code entry, Add apps via ID or link, iCloud sync support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Useful app
- 👍 Helpful app
- 👍 Fun app
- 👍 Amazing app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- Can't delete apps from tracking list
- Search results are limited

**Requested features**

- More types for the share sheet
- Tutorial or FAQ for how to use the app
- Ability to track in-app purchases


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenTerm free?

OpenTerm costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Appspree free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenTerm or Appspree?

Appspree is rated higher. OpenTerm averages 4.2 out of 5 from 191 ratings, while Appspree averages 4.6 from 661 ratings.

### Do OpenTerm or Appspree have ads?

Neither OpenTerm nor Appspree shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenTerm or Appspree?

OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, and Appspree every 3 weeks. Most recently, OpenTerm was updated on November 7, 2026 and Appspree on November 7, 2026.

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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.*