Comparison

xTerminal vs NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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

About

NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

Manage your servers, NAS, and Linux routers remotely via SSH. Offers terminal access, file management, script execution, and server monitoring. Supports Docker containers and multi-server operations.

Highlights
  • SSH terminal access
  • SFTP file management
  • Multi-server script execution
  • Server performance monitoring
  • Docker/Podman container management
  • Wake-on-LAN support
  • iCloud synchronization
Features
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NeoServer manages your servers over SSH, with no extra software to install. Whether it's a Home Server, NAS, cloud server, development environment, or AI compute node, you can connect, monitor, manage files, and operate containers directly through NeoServer. ◉ Terminal and Remote Access • Mosh support — stays connected when switching networks • Deep tmux and zellij support for fast session recovery after disconnects • Built for Claude Code, with direct paste or upload of images, videos, and files • Password, Private Key, 2FA, and SSH Agent forward authentication • Jump Server, Failover, and Socks5 Proxy support • Automatically run Shell initialization scripts after connecting • Built-in special keyboard, copy and paste, and quick actions • Command completion hints, with double-tap to trigger TAB • Custom themes and fonts, including programming ligature fonts ◉ AI Assistant No Agent installation required. Manage your servers directly with AI: it can read metrics, run commands, and manage files — like an always-on operations assistant that helps you handle complex maintenance tasks. • Supports mainstream LLM APIs via standard protocols. No model service is included — bring your own API configuration for any provider you need • Custom Skills system: AI can read and create skills, synced across devices via iCloud • Built-in browser skill: AI can open web pages, extract content, and run scripts in-app • Local file sandbox: AI can read and write local files with live preview • Runs continuously in the background, with automatic notifications when tasks complete • Upload images, screenshots, and files for AI to analyze in context • Plan mode: plan first, then execute — more control over complex tasks ◉ File Management (SFTP) • Browse server files and directories • Upload, download, delete, and rename files • View file size, permissions, and modification time • Edit files online • Syntax highlighting for common programming languages • Preview images, logs, configuration files, and more ◉ Batch Script Execution • Run scripts on one or multiple servers • Organize servers into groups • View script execution history • Run maintenance tasks in batches at once • Suitable for batch updates, deployments, and inspections ◉ Server Monitoring View server status in real time: • Uptime • 1 / 5 / 15 minute system load • CPU model, temperature, and usage • Memory usage • GPU usage and GPU task information • Disk capacity, IOPS, and I/O Wait • Disk read/write speed and total read/write volume • Network upload and download speed • Total traffic statistics Key metrics can also be shown directly in iOS widgets. ◉ Process Management • View the system process list • Show PID, user, CPU, memory usage, and more • Sort by columns • Send signals to terminate processes ◉ Docker and Podman Management • View container status • View container logs • View Inspect information • Create, start, stop, and restart containers • Pause and delete containers • Manage images and container resources ◉ Remote Wake and Automation • Wake-on-LAN (WOL) remote startup • Wake LAN devices with one tap • Remote shutdown and daily operations support • Great for NAS and Home Server users ◉ Security and Data Sync • Face ID / Touch ID app protection • Sync data with your private iCloud storage ◉ Who NeoServer Is For • Home Server enthusiasts • NAS users (Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS, and more) • Website administrators and operations engineers • Developers and programmers • AI model researchers • Cloud server administrators ◉ Feedback and issues: makerneo.lab@gmail.com ◉ Data Privacy: ◦ Your private data — such as SSH private keys and server configurations — is stored only on your device and your own iCloud storage (if you enable sync). It is never uploaded to our servers or shared with any third party. ◦ Privacy Policy: https://www.joyk.com/en/doc/neoserver-privacy.html ◦ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

xTerminal4 screens
NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal at none against xTerminal's shown. NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (86% vs 69%). xTerminal's advantage is ratings volume (1.9K vs 291). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. xTerminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for xTerminal against 4.8 for NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xTerminal has 1.9K ratings behind it against 291, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of xTerminal's written reviews are positive against 86% of NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xTerminal ships an update every 3 weeks, NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
xTerminal versus NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxTerminalNeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.9K ratings)4.8 (291 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.6% of reviews86.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.9K — better291
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#28#20 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer婉媚 邵Space-Time Transformation Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

xTerminal

All ratings1,919 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews172 reviews
Positive68.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative29.1%

NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

All ratings291 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews202 reviews
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.4%
Negative8.4%

User reviews

xTerminal

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What 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

NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

From 291 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent monitoring and management capabilities
  • 👍 Sleek and modern user interface
  • 💡 Useful widgets and cross-device syncing
  • 🔒 Secure with one-time payment model
  • 👍 Comprehensive set of features in free version

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or stability issues
  • 🔧 Compatibility problems with certain platforms (e.g. Orbstack)
  • 📏 Terminal font size issues on larger screens
  • 🔒 Security concerns around data storage

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

NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Memory usage metrics not always accurate
  • Inability to delete default server profile
  • Connectivity issues with certain VPN setups (e.g. Tailscale)

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to hide/filter mounted drives for accurate disk usage
  • Support for more container runtimes beyond just Docker
  • Basic Kubernetes monitoring and management features
  • Improved input method compatibility in terminal
  • Option to set default landing page on app launch

In-app purchases

3 purchases

xTerminal

Subscriptions2
  • xTerminal Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • xTerminal Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • xTerminal Pro2 variants$59.99
5 purchases

NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$24.991 Year
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  • Annual Subscription$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Version$59.99

Questions

Is xTerminal free?
xTerminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal free?
NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, xTerminal or NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal?
NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal is rated higher. xTerminal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal averages 4.8 from 291 ratings.
Do xTerminal or NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal have ads?
xTerminal shows ads; NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal does not.
Which is updated more often, xTerminal or NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal?
xTerminal ships an update every 3 weeks, and NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal every 5 days. Most recently, xTerminal was updated on September 23, 2026 and NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal on September 23, 2026.
Which is more popular, xTerminal or NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal?
xTerminal currently peaks at #28 in the App Store charts, and NeoServer SSH Mosh Terminal at #20. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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