ShellBean vs UpOrbit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
UpOrbit
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UPOrbit is a powerful, real-time monitoring tool designed to keep your servers and network services online and reliable. With support for Server Checks, HTTP/HTTPS endpoints, TCP/UDP ports, Ping, and DNS queries, UPOrbit delivers instant insights and alerts so you can act before issues escalate. Whether you manage websites, APIs, game servers, internal services, or distributed infrastructure, UPOrbit gives you the visibility and control you need to ensure uninterrupted uptime. What’s New • Enhanced Monitoring Engine: More accurate and faster status checks. • Improved Alert System: Smarter notifications with customizable thresholds. • UI Optimization: A cleaner layout for faster navigation and clearer status views. Why UPOrbit? • All-in-One Service Monitoring Monitor HTTP(S), TCP/UDP ports, DNS records, Ping latencies, and server health from a single interface. • Instant Alerts Receive real-time notifications when downtime or anomalies occur — keep your operations running smoothly. • Uptime & Performance Insights Visual dashboards show uptime history, latency stats, error rates, and performance trends. • Multi-Platform Support Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and macOS so you can monitor infrastructure anywhere. • Customizable Check Intervals Set the frequency of each check to match your service’s reliability and sensitivity needs. • Easy Setup Add monitors in seconds — no complicated configurations or integrations required. • Lightweight & Efficient Engineered for fast checks and minimal resource usage. Where to Use UPOrbit? • Website Monitoring Track uptime, availability, and response times for your domains and web apps. • API & Backend Services Ensure your API endpoints, microservices, and backend systems remain responsive. • Game Server Monitoring Monitor TCP/UDP ports and latency to keep your gaming infrastructure stable. • Enterprise & Internal Networks Detect DNS, Ping, and network anomalies within your internal environment. • IT Operations & DevOps Use detailed logs and metrics to support your operational workflows and incident response. • Cloud & Distributed Systems Monitor cloud servers, containers, and load-balanced services across regions. Key Features • Server / HTTP(S) / Ping / DNS / TCP / UDP Monitoring • Real-Time Alerts & Notifications • Uptime & Latency Tracking • Performance and Availability Charts • Custom Check Intervals • Easy Monitor Setup • Multi-Device Sync Across Apple Platforms • Clean, intuitive UI • Reliable background monitoring Keep your infrastructure online, reliable, and performing at its best — with UPOrbit. Download UPOrbit today and never miss a critical outage again. For support or questions, our team is always here to help. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UpOrbit at none against ShellBean's 5. ShellBean's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. ShellBean sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. UpOrbit asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | ShellBean | UpOrbit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (15 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 169 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 北京如电科技有限公司 | 辉章 何 |
In-app purchases
ShellBean
- Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
- Annual Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Year
- Annual Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Lifetime$19.99
- Lifetime$24.99
UpOrbit
No in-app purchases









