Comparison

PortX vs Connect SSH IDE AI CODE

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

Head to head
About

PortX

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
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****** Please switch to our new app, Xcasca. This app will be deprecated soon. ****** Xcasca, the new version of PortX, is now available! This current app will soon be deprecated, so please install Xcasca to continue. You can install Xcasca from the link below. https://apps.apple.com/app/xcasca-ssh-sftp-client/id6749602189 --------------------------------------------------------------- PortX Mobile brings the power of our desktop SSH Client to your mobile device (SFTP is currently available on the Desktop version only, but will be supported on Mobile soon). With a wide variety of features in a lightweight package, PortX Mobile allows you to access and manage remotes systems on-the-go through an intuitive user interface. PortX Mobile Features: ◦ Multi-Session Support. Have multiple connections open at once. Access to any of your sessions a just a finger-swipe or click away. ◦ Intuitive Session Management. Organize and edit your sessions with PortX’s session management. ◦ Compose Bar. The multi-line Compose Bar allows you to type out, edit, and review your string before sending. ◦ Advance Keyboard. Quick access to all special characters for whatever the situation calls for. ◦ Multiple Authentication Types. Password, Public Key, and Keyboard Interactive authentication support. ◦ Customizations. Modify appearance, font, and colors. ◦ Ad-Free ◦ More features coming soon. ◦ Desktop version also available for Mac, Windows, and Linux. PortX redefines how you interact with a mobile SSH Client. On-the-go session management has never been easier.

About

Connect SSH IDE AI CODE

Features
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Professional SSH terminal with secure connections, biometric protection, and file transfer. KEY FEATURES: Intelligent Terminal Experience - Full-featured SSH client with PTY support - Modern Material Design 3 interface - Dark mode optimized for extended use - Multi-tab support for managing multiple sessions - Custom keyboard with special keys and shortcuts Advanced Connection Management - Save unlimited SSH connections - Organize connections with groups and favorites - Quick search and filter capabilities - Secure password and key-based authentication - Automatic reconnection on network changes Enterprise-Grade Security - SSH key authentication support - Biometric app lock with fingerprint and face recognition - Encrypted credential storage - Secure session management File Transfer Made Easy - Integrated SFTP file browser - Upload and download files seamlessly - Navigate remote directories with ease - File operations: copy, move, delete, rename Professional Features - Network monitoring and auto-reconnect - Session persistence across app restarts - Customizable terminal appearance - Fast and lightweight performance - No ads, no tracking PERFECT FOR: - Developers managing remote servers - System administrators - DevOps engineers - Students learning Linux - Anyone who needs secure remote access PRIVACY & SECURITY: All credentials stored locally with encryption. No data collection or tracking. No third-party analytics. Open to security audits. Biometric protection available.

Screenshots

PortX4 screens
Connect SSH IDE AI CODE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PortX at monthly against Connect SSH IDE AI CODE's every 2 months. On price, ads, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PortX ships an update monthly, Connect SSH IDE AI CODE every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PortX versus Connect SSH IDE AI CODE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPortXConnect SSH IDE AI CODE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB34 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperNetSarang Computer, Inc.FATIH BILGIC

In-app purchases

None

PortX

No in-app purchases

None

Connect SSH IDE AI CODE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PortX free?
PortX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Connect SSH IDE AI CODE free?
Connect SSH IDE AI CODE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PortX or Connect SSH IDE AI CODE have ads?
Neither PortX nor Connect SSH IDE AI CODE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PortX or Connect SSH IDE AI CODE?
PortX ships an update monthly, and Connect SSH IDE AI CODE every 2 months. Most recently, PortX was updated on September 27, 2026 and Connect SSH IDE AI CODE on September 13, 2026.

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