# OpenTerm vs DashTabs

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DashTabs at none against OpenTerm's 1. DashTabs also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). OpenTerm's advantage is review sentiment (44% vs 33%) and ratings volume (188 vs 36). On ads, chart position, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

OpenTerm costs $4.99 and DashTabs $1.99 up front. OpenTerm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DashTabs asks for nothing beyond the download.

DashTabs holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenTerm has 188 ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of OpenTerm's written reviews are positive against 33% of DashTabs's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, DashTabs every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenTerm | DashTabs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.2 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openterm/id1481149807/reviews) | **[4.4 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashtabs-firebase-admob/id1586466815/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **188** | 36 |
| Positive reviews | **44.4% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | #135 |
| Size | 86 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| 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:** #62 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 |


### DashTabs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dashtabs-firebase-admob/id1586466815)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Access multiple developer consoles like Firebase, AdMob, and App Store Connect from your iPhone. Monitor analytics, monetization, and manage app builds with a mobile-friendly interface and customizable zoom.

**Highlights:** Access Firebase, AdMob, RevenueCat, App Store Connect, Monitor app analytics and monetization, Manage app builds and metadata, Mobile-friendly interface with zoom customization, Auto-refresh tabs at configurable intervals, Multiple profile support for logins

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenTerm free?

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

### Is DashTabs free?

DashTabs costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

DashTabs is rated higher. OpenTerm averages 4.2 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while DashTabs averages 4.4 from 36 ratings.

### Do OpenTerm or DashTabs have ads?

Neither OpenTerm nor DashTabs shows ads.

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

OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, and DashTabs every 10 days. Most recently, OpenTerm was updated on September 22, 2026 and DashTabs on September 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, OpenTerm or DashTabs?

OpenTerm currently peaks at #62 in the App Store charts, and DashTabs at #135. 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.*