# TRIGGERcmd vs Terminal

The clearest difference is rating: TRIGGERcmd at 5.0 against Terminal's 4.4. TRIGGERcmd also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Terminal's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (111 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Terminal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. TRIGGERcmd asks for nothing beyond the download.

TRIGGERcmd holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Terminal has 111 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TRIGGERcmd ships an update every 4 months, Terminal every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TRIGGERcmd | Terminal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggercmd/id1505878463/reviews)** | [4.4 (111 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal-sftp-and-ssh-client/id6503295365/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **111** |
| Positive reviews | — | 48.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VanderMey Consulting, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078809710) | [Soufiane Benabid](https://appshunter.io/developer/938808835) |

## What reviewers say

### TRIGGERcmd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggercmd/id1505878463)

Control your computers remotely by running custom commands. Automate tasks like installing updates, opening garage doors, or executing scripts from your mobile device. Securely trigger actions without exposing your command details.

**Highlights:** Run custom commands remotely, Automate computer tasks, Secure trigger system, Install updates remotely, Open garage doors, Execute scripts

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Terminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal-sftp-and-ssh-client/id6503295365)

This advanced client provides developers with a streamlined way to manage Linux, SSH, Telnet, and SFTP connections. It offers features like AI assistance for server building, multi-tab management, and integrated editors to enhance productivity and simplify remote access.

**Highlights:** SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP support, AI chatbot for server building assistance, Personalized themes and fonts per connection, Multi-tab interface for simultaneous sessions, SFTP file manager with nano and vim editors, Connection history and saved snippets, Vaults, multi-team, groups, and tags organization

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Terminal - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Terminal - Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Terminal - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Terminal - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 👍 Helpful for SSH
- 💡 Works on Raspberry Pi

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Authentication issues after updates
- 🐛 Telnet not working as expected
- 🔒 Concerns about cloud storage of credentials

**Reported bugs**

- SSH unable to connect after v3.4 update
- Crashes when attempting to connect
- Backspace/delete key not working

**Requested features**

- Guest option more prominent
- iPad optimization
- Chinese language support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TRIGGERcmd free?

TRIGGERcmd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Terminal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TRIGGERcmd or Terminal?

TRIGGERcmd is rated higher. TRIGGERcmd averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Terminal averages 4.4 from 111 ratings.

### Do TRIGGERcmd or Terminal have ads?

Neither TRIGGERcmd nor Terminal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TRIGGERcmd or Terminal?

TRIGGERcmd ships an update every 4 months, and Terminal every 9 days. Most recently, TRIGGERcmd was updated on October 4, 2026 and Terminal on October 20, 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.*