Comparison

ShellBean vs WebSSH

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ShellBean

A powerful SSH and SFTP client with integrated monitoring and scripting automation for efficient Linux server management. Offers advanced terminal features, file editing, and secure data synchronization.

Highlights
  • AI-enhanced SSH/SFTP client
  • Server monitoring tools
  • Scripting automation
  • Built-in text editor
  • Multi-level jump server login
  • SFTP file management
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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ShellBean is a professional, modern, full-featured SSH SFTP client that integrates monitoring and scripting automation tools over SSH to help you quickly and easily manage your Linux servers without installing any third-party applications. ShellBean offers the following free features: - Move the cursor quickly with single-tap and long-press drag gestures in terminal - Supports multi-level jump servers login - Built-in text editor, easy to edit files - Multiple SSH terminal color schemes and fonts settings - SFTP within Files App (read-only) (iOS 16 and above) - Support for iOS/iPadOS/macOS systems - iPad split-screen support - Support iOS 17 Widget, Monitor Server at Home Screen - Face ID unlock App - SSH Terminal - Zmodem rz sz file transfer - SSH keys management - Port forwarding, support for local, remote and dynamic three modes - Server, code snippets and Port forwardings can be managed in groups - Securely synchronize data between all your devices via iCloud (using only your private iCloud space) - View the process list, sort by PID, COMMAND, CPU, MEM - View server usage per CPU core - Support displaying CPU temperature - Memory usage - Network traffic and rates, as well as traffic status for each interface - Disk Partition Occupancy and Read/Write Rates - Monitor the status of NVIDIA graphics cards - Select servers to run Snippets in batches - Manage Snippets and run them on servers within touchs - SFTP file management within Files App (iOS 16 and above) Unlocking the Premium version you will get the following features: - Dynamic port forwarding - Monitor disk inode data - Quickly execute snippets in the terminal - Terminal split screen and broadcast input - Terminal logging to file Data security: All data is only stored locally on your device and in your private iCloud space, we will not upload any of your server, key, script data. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://shellbean.app/privacy

About

WebSSH

Manage servers and cloud platforms on the go with this app. It offers real-time monitoring, SFTP file management, secure SSH connections, and Docker container control. Supports major cloud providers and NAS devices.

Highlights
  • Real-time server monitoring
  • SFTP file browsing and editing
  • Secure SSH connectivity
  • Docker/Pod container management
  • Support for AWS, Azure, GCP
  • NAS device management
Features
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WebSSH – Manage Your Servers & OpenClaw Anywhere Take full control of your servers and OpenClaw instances right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Monitor performance, manage files, and stay on top of your infrastructure anytime, anywhere. Highlights: Real-time Server Monitoring: Track CPU, GPU, memory, disk, and network metrics at a glance. OpenClaw Management: Remotely manage models, monitor token usage, and control OpenClaw via SSH. Secure SFTP: Browse, edit, upload, and download server files safely. Docker & Pods Control: Restart, stop, remove containers, inspect logs, and more. Instant Alerts: Receive notifications for critical events to prevent downtime. Wide Platform Support: Works with AWS, Azure, GCP, Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, Baidu Cloud, NAS devices, and Linux/Unix/Windows servers. Why WebSSH? Enjoy a user-friendly interface, secure encrypted connections, and powerful server management on the go. Whether you’re a system administrator, DevOps engineer, or IT professional, WebSSH makes remote server and OpenClaw management simple and efficient. Download WebSSH today and manage your servers and AI instances from the palm of your hand. Contact: miaozhi.ai@gmail.com

Screenshots

ShellBean4 screens
WebSSH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WebSSH at 4.5 against ShellBean's 4.1. WebSSH also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium). ShellBean's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ShellBean sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and WebSSH sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WebSSH holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 39 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of ShellBean's written reviews are positive against 81% of WebSSH's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShellBean ships an update every 6 days, WebSSH monthly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ShellBean versus WebSSH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShellBeanWebSSH
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (15 ratings)4.5 (39 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.2% of reviews — better81.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1539 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size157 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer北京如电科技有限公司CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

ShellBean

All ratings15 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive86.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative6.2%

WebSSH

All ratings39 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral5.1%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative14.3%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

ShellBean

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$19.99
  • Lifetime$24.99
1 purchases

WebSSH

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$5.99

Questions

Is ShellBean free?
ShellBean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WebSSH free?
WebSSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShellBean or WebSSH?
WebSSH is rated higher. ShellBean averages 4.1 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while WebSSH averages 4.5 from 39 ratings.
Do ShellBean or WebSSH have ads?
Neither ShellBean nor WebSSH shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShellBean or WebSSH?
ShellBean ships an update every 6 days, and WebSSH monthly. Most recently, ShellBean was updated on September 22, 2026 and WebSSH on September 22, 2026.

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