xTerminal vs Terminal#
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
xTerminal
Manage servers remotely with a fast and secure SSH terminal client. Features include a powerful editor, multi-session management, file transfer, and advanced security options. Ideal for IT professionals and developers needing to control servers from anywhere.
- Interactive SSH terminal
- Built-in vi/vim editor
- Multi-session management
- Command snippets
- SFTP file management
- Secure port knocking
- Batch command execution
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xTerminal - Your Ultimate SSH Terminal Shell xTerminal is your all-in-one SSH terminal client for managing servers with speed and security. Whether you're an IT professional or a developer, xTerminal gives you the tools to easily connect, control, and manage your servers from anywhere. Key Features: * Interactive SSH Terminal: A fast, reliable terminal for executing commands on your servers. Eg: Use top to monitor system status or follow logs with tail -f. * Powerful Editor: Edit documents with vi/vim just like on a desktop, with full support for CTRL and arrow keys, making your SSH terminal experience smooth. * Multi-Session Management: Manage multiple SSH connections at once. Add, remove, and switch between sessions with ease, boosting your productivity. * Snippets: Save and organize frequently used SSH commands. Quickly search by name, command, or label, making repeated tasks quicker and simpler. * Device Management: Add your SSH servers, group them by labels, and search by name, host, or labels. Connect via password or public key authentication. * Advanced SSH Options: Support for SSH jump hosts and SOCKS5 proxies for enhanced security and flexible connections. * SFTP for File Management: Upload, download, edit, move, and delete files using the built-in SFTP, allowing you to manage files on your servers directly from the terminal. * Keep Sessions Alive: Use “Keep Awake” and “Keep Alive” features to maintain persistent SSH connections without interruptions. * User-Friendly Interface: Simple navigation with pull-to-refresh, search highlights, sortable lists, and drag-and-drop to reorder devices or snippets. * Live Ping Monitoring: Check device connectivity in real-time with ping stats, including ms and TTL, helping you monitor the health of your network. * Discover Network Devices: Easily find and save neighboring network devices for quick access later. * Secure Port Knocking: Add an extra layer of protection by using port knocking to guard your servers from unauthorized access. * Enhanced Security: Use TouchID/FaceID to protect your SSH sessions, ensuring secure access to your terminal on app launch or resume. * iCloud Sync: Backup and restore your device and snippet lists across all iOS devices, ensuring seamless access to your settings anywhere. * Copy & Paste: Effortlessly run commands from the clipboard or copy terminal output, streamlining your workflow in the terminal. * Universal App: Optimized for both iPhone and iPad, giving you a consistent experience across devices. * Secure Data Storage: All credentials and data are stored securely on your device, so you can rest assured your information is safe. * Batch Execution: Execute commands on multiple servers at once and view all the outputs in one go. * Startup Snippets: Set up essential commands to run on app startup, giving you immediate access to critical tasks as soon as you connect. xTerminal is built for anyone needing a fast, reliable, and secure SSH terminal. It’s perfect for managing remote servers on various platforms, including macOS, Linux, OpenBSD, FreeBSD, NetBSD, Solaris, and OpenVMS. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of use https://septudio.com/terms-of-use and privacy policy https://septudio.com/privacy-policy
Terminal#
This app provides a secure and convenient way to manage your servers directly from your mobile device. It offers a powerful terminal interface for efficient server management on the go, with an intuitive design suitable for all users.
- Secure SSH connection
- Convenient server management
- Intuitive user interface
- Mobile flexibility
- Quick and efficient terminal
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Terminal#: An SSH client for securely managing your servers right from your mobile device. Features: Secure Connection: Allows securely connecting to your servers using the SSH protocol, ensuring secure data transmission. Convenient Management: The powerful terminal interface enables you to quickly and efficiently manage your servers regardless of your location. Intuitive Interface: A simple and intuitive interface makes using the app easy even for beginners. Mobile Flexibility: Enables you to manage your servers directly from your mobile device, providing flexibility and convenience in your work. Whether you're a system administrator, developer, or simply need a convenient way to manage your servers on the go, Terminal# provides a secure and efficient solution for your mobile device. Additional subscription information: You can cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID settings in iTunes and the App Store. All prices include local sales taxes. Payment will be made from your iTunes account after purchase confirmation. The subscription will automatically renew unless you disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current period ends. The renewal fee will be charged to your account within 24 hours before the current period ends, specifying the renewal cost. You can manage your subscriptions and disable automatic renewal by going to your account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current subscription is not available during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to this publication. Please review our privacy policy and terms of use: End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.making-app.com/remterm/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: xTerminal at free with in-app purchases against Terminal#'s subscription. xTerminal also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (2K vs 161). Terminal#'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (91% vs 68%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and chart position 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. xTerminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Terminal# sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
xTerminal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xTerminal has 2K ratings behind it against 161, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of xTerminal's written reviews are positive against 91% of Terminal#'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
xTerminal ships an update every 3 weeks, Terminal# every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | xTerminal | Terminal# |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2K ratings) — better | 4.6 (161 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | 91.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2K — better | 161 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #39 — better | #60 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 婉媚 邵 | Vasilii Shaidullin |
Customer experience
xTerminal
Terminal#
User reviews
xTerminal
From 2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast connections
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 💡 Useful app
- 👍 Great support team
Room to improve
- 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional bugs
- 🔒 Lack of secure credential entry
Terminal#
From 161 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable and stable
- 🔒 Secure remote access
- 💡 Useful keyboard shortcuts
- 👍 Clutter-free interface
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional bugs with text editor
- 🔒 Concerns about password storage
- 🔋 Issues with background operation
Bugs and requests
xTerminal
Reported bugs
3 issues- Blank screen on connection
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Nano text editor issues
Requested features
3 requests- Dark mode option
- Import key functionality
- Improved ANSI support
Terminal#
Reported bugs
3 issues- Freezing on login screen
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Scrolling problems with on-screen keyboard
Requested features
3 requests- Add support for 2FA
- Improve text editor functionality
- Provide option to disable password storage
In-app purchases
xTerminal
- xTerminal Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
- xTerminal Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- xTerminal Pro2 variants$59.99
Terminal#
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Semi-annual$8.996 Months
- Annual$19.991 Year
- Two hundred connections$2.99
- Five hundred connections$3.99
- Eight hundred connections$5.99
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- A thousand connections$7.99
- Infinity connections$9.99








