# xTerminal vs Terminal#

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | xTerminal | Terminal# |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400/reviews)** | [4.6 (161 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal/id1632249346/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 161 |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | **91.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | #60 |
| Size | 26 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [婉媚 邵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1297240696) | [Vasilii Shaidullin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1423700543) |

## What reviewers say

### xTerminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterminal-ssh-terminal-shell/id1544728400)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #40 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** Interactive SSH terminal, Built-in vi/vim editor, Multi-session management, Command snippets, SFTP file management, Secure port knocking, Batch command execution

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| xTerminal Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| xTerminal Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| xTerminal Pro | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connections
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 💡 Useful app
- 👍 Great support team

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional bugs
- 🔒 Lack of secure credential entry

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen on connection
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Nano text editor issues

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Import key functionality
- Improved ANSI support


### Terminal#

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terminal/id1632249346)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Free · Developer Tools, #140 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** Secure SSH connection, Convenient server management, Intuitive user interface, Mobile flexibility, Quick and efficient terminal

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Semi-annual | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Two hundred connections | $2.99 | one-time |
| Five hundred connections | $3.99 | one-time |
| Eight hundred connections | $5.99 | one-time |
| A thousand connections | $7.99 | one-time |
| Infinity connections | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable and stable
- 🔒 Secure remote access
- 💡 Useful keyboard shortcuts
- 👍 Clutter-free interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs with text editor
- 🔒 Concerns about password storage
- 🔋 Issues with background operation

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing on login screen
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Scrolling problems with on-screen keyboard

**Requested features**

- Add support for 2FA
- Improve text editor functionality
- Provide option to disable password storage


## Frequently asked questions

### Is xTerminal free?

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

### Is Terminal# free?

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

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

xTerminal is rated higher. xTerminal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Terminal# averages 4.6 from 161 ratings.

### Do xTerminal or Terminal# have ads?

xTerminal shows ads; Terminal# does not.

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

xTerminal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Terminal# every 5 months. Most recently, xTerminal was updated on October 23, 2026 and Terminal# on October 22, 2026.

### Which is more popular, xTerminal or Terminal#?

xTerminal currently peaks at #29 in the App Store charts, and Terminal# at #60. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*