# JellyCuts vs PortX

JellyCuts and PortX both sit at 3.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of PortX's written reviews are positive against 33% of JellyCuts's. PortX also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). JellyCuts's advantage is chart position (#167 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. JellyCuts sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PortX asks for nothing beyond the download.

PortX holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of JellyCuts's written reviews are positive against 73% of PortX's.

JellyCuts ships an update every 3 weeks, PortX monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | JellyCuts | PortX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellycuts/id1522625245/reviews) | **[3.8 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portx-ssh-deprecated/id1566480505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **57** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **72.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skyground Media, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1001723930) | [NetSarang Computer, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563674950) |

## What reviewers say

### JellyCuts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jellycuts/id1522625245)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app acts as a powerful script wizard for your iPhone or iPad, enabling advanced automation and custom actions beyond the standard shortcuts app. It offers a streamlined coding experience with functions, macros, and direct access to iOS features, making complex tasks simple and fun.

**Highlights:** Functions, macros, and magic actions, Direct access to iOS features, Jelly Language with auto-completion, Integration with popular third-party apps, Script gallery for inspiration, iCloud Drive sync across devices, JSON Dictionary Builder and Icon Creator

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic | $4.99 | per month |
| Standart | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Flower Hat Jellyfish Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Immortal Jellyfish Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Immortal Jellyfish Pro Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Atolla Jellyfish Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Atolla Jellyfish Pro Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |
| Crystal Jellyfish Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal Jellyfish Pro Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cauliflower Jellyfish Pro | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lion’s Mane Jellyfish Tip | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lion’s Mane Pro Unlock | $19.99 | one-time |


### PortX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portx-ssh-deprecated/id1566480505)

Access and manage remote systems on your mobile device with this powerful SSH client. It offers multi-session support, intuitive session management, and an advanced keyboard for efficient command input. Customize appearance and enjoy an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Multi-session support, Intuitive session management, Multi-line compose bar, Advanced keyboard with special characters, Multiple authentication types, Customizable appearance

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JellyCuts free?

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

### Is PortX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, JellyCuts or PortX?

PortX is rated higher. JellyCuts averages 3.6 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while PortX averages 3.8 from 20 ratings.

### Do JellyCuts or PortX have ads?

Neither JellyCuts nor PortX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, JellyCuts or PortX?

JellyCuts ships an update every 3 weeks, and PortX monthly. Most recently, JellyCuts was updated on October 29, 2026 and PortX on October 30, 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.*