# OpenTerm vs StoreView

The clearest difference is price: StoreView at Free against OpenTerm's $4.99. StoreView also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 44%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). OpenTerm's advantage is chart position (#68 vs unranked) and ratings volume (190 vs 53). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

StoreView is free to download; OpenTerm costs $4.99 up front. OpenTerm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and StoreView sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StoreView holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 190 and 53 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of OpenTerm's written reviews are positive against 79% of StoreView's.

OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, StoreView every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenTerm | StoreView |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (190 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openterm/id1481149807/reviews) | **[4.5 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storeview-app-screenshot-tool/id6464161347/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **190** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | **79.2% 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 | **#68** | — |
| Size | 86 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465440799) | [Elshan Aliyev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691286018) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenTerm

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

**Currently charting:** #68 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


### StoreView

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storeview-app-screenshot-tool/id6464161347)

Create professional app screenshots and previews with device mockups, templates, and localization tools. Enhance your app's visual appeal to increase download rates and stand out in the App Store.

**Highlights:** 3D device generation, Ready-made templates, Localization tools, Custom gradients, Multiple download sizes, 35+ devices supported

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plan Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan 1 Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan 3 Month | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Plan Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenTerm free?

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

### Is StoreView free?

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

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

StoreView is rated higher. OpenTerm averages 4.2 out of 5 from 190 ratings, while StoreView averages 4.5 from 53 ratings.

### Do OpenTerm or StoreView have ads?

Neither OpenTerm nor StoreView shows ads.

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

OpenTerm ships an update every 2 months, and StoreView every 3 weeks. Most recently, OpenTerm was updated on October 26, 2026 and StoreView on October 25, 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.*