Comparison

Terminal & SSH vs Retro Boy

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

Head to head
About

Terminal & SSH

Access and manage Linux or IoT devices securely from your mobile. Offers SSH, SFTP, and a suite of network tools for command-line administration and file transfer. Includes a code editor and snippets for efficient workflow.

Highlights
  • SSH connection with key authentication
  • SFTP file transfer
  • Network diagnostic tools
  • Local text editor with syntax highlighting
  • Code editor for multiple languages
  • Customizable terminal theme and font size
Features
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Terminal & SSH is a complete command line and server administration solution that provides secure access to Linux or IoT devices and helps you quickly resolve issues from a mobile device. SSH Features: • SSH connection with password or key authentication: DSA, RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519 (OpenSSH format). • Emulation: XTERM-COLOR256 / XTERM / VT100 • Connection settings are securely stored in the Keychain. • Unlimited server list. • Local text editor with syntax highlighting for more than 30 programming languages. • Snippets (saving commands for quick access). • Special keys Esc, Tab, Ctrl, /,:, -,!, |, $, *, F1-F12 SFTP features: • Upload files from your device to your server. • Download files from your server to your device. • Create / rename / delete files and directories. • Edit text files. Network tools: • ifconfig, ping, whois, host, nc (netcat), nslookup, telnet, dig, curl And: • Authentication to the application via Touch ID / Face ID. • Work with Git. • Code editor for: Swift, Kotlin, Java, Python, HTML and more. • Run code on Python • Customize the terminal theme. • Adjust the font size. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

Retro Boy

Experience the joy of classic gaming with this emulator. It offers an authentic retro gameplay experience with a streamlined interface and customizable controls. Discover and play your favorite classic titles with ease.

Highlights
  • Authentic retro gameplay experience
  • Streamlined and intuitive user interface
  • Customizable controls for personalized play
  • Continuous expansion of game support
  • Meticulously crafted emulation technology
Features
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**Welcome to Retro Boy - Your Gateway to Classic Gaming** **Relive the Magic** — Dive into the timeless world of classic gaming with Retro Boy. Experience the simple yet profound joy of retro gameplay, designed for a new generation of gamers. **Engineered for Nostalgia** — Our emulator is meticulously crafted to deliver an authentic gaming experience. With cutting-edge emulation technology, every pixel and note is reproduced with utmost care. **Simplicity at its Core** — We've streamlined the user interface to make it as intuitive as the games themselves. Effortlessly browse, load, and play your favorite classics with just a few taps. **Customized for Comfort** — Personalize your gaming experience with customizable controls. Play how you want, at your own pace. **Expanding Support** — We're continuously adding to our roster, ensuring there's always something new and exciting for classic game enthusiasts. **Retro Boy** — It's more than an emulator; it's a voyage back in time, an adventure that bridges the past with the present. Download now and embark on your classic gaming journey. **Note**: No games are included with this download.This application requires legally obtained game files for use.

Screenshots

Terminal & SSH4 screens
Retro Boy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Retro Boy at none against Terminal & SSH's shown. Retro Boy also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Terminal & SSH's advantage is ratings volume (112 vs 35). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Retro Boy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 112 and 35 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Terminal & SSH's written reviews are positive against 93% of Retro Boy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Terminal & SSH ships an update every 3 weeks, Retro Boy every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Terminal & SSH versus Retro Boy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTerminal & SSHRetro Boy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (112 ratings)4.8 (35 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.8% of reviews92.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings112 — better35
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavlo Kravchenko大靖 刘

Customer experience

Terminal & SSH

All ratings112 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.5%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive87.8%
Neutral4.1%
Negative8.2%

Retro Boy

All ratings35 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral5.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

Bugs and requests

Terminal & SSH

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App crashes after showing logo on iOS 12.2
  • Crashes on iPad Air with iOS 12.3.1
  • Crashes frequently (Chinese review)
  • Crashes on loading
  • App crashes on loading starting today
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  • Crashes immediately under iOS 15.3
  • Crashes when selecting default theme
  • Cannot keep app in background, requires reconnection
  • Bluetooth keyboard arrow keys not transmitting
  • App crashes on startup
  • App stopped working on iPad after a few days
  • Crashes on iPad Pro 1st Gen (13.4.1)
  • Arrow key presses on MFi keyboard don't transmit
  • App does not start

Requested features

8 requests
  • Keepalive features for long builds
  • Physical arrow keys for Bluetooth keyboards
  • Support for Chinese input in terminal
  • UI improvements for common keys on toolbar
  • Ability to touch and drag back through commands
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  • Swipe up through history
  • Dark mode
  • More clear explanation of connection purchases

Retro Boy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Terminal & SSH

No in-app purchases

None

Retro Boy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Terminal & SSH free?
Terminal & SSH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Retro Boy free?
Retro Boy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Terminal & SSH or Retro Boy?
Retro Boy is rated higher. Terminal & SSH averages 4.4 out of 5 from 112 ratings, while Retro Boy averages 4.8 from 35 ratings.
Do Terminal & SSH or Retro Boy have ads?
Terminal & SSH shows ads; Retro Boy does not.
Which is updated more often, Terminal & SSH or Retro Boy?
Terminal & SSH ships an update every 3 weeks, and Retro Boy every 8 days. Most recently, Terminal & SSH was updated on November 7, 2026 and Retro Boy on November 8, 2026.

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