Comparison

PortX vs SSHConsole

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

SSHConsole

Features
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SSHConsole is a lightweight SSH client with a native terminal UI for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Use it for: - Managing Linux/Unix servers - Quick remote administration - Running commands on the go Key features: - Host Manager: save and organize SSH hosts (name, hostname, port, username) - Native terminal for interactive shells - Keychain password storage - iPad support - Mac support - Adjustable terminal font size - Light/Dark/System appearance Designed for reliability: - Connection status feedback - Optimized UI performance for smoother terminal sessions In‑App Purchases: - Remove Ads (optional) Notes: - Requires an SSH server you have permission to access. - Network availability and server settings can affect connection quality.

Screenshots

PortX4 screens
SSHConsole4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PortX at none against SSHConsole's 1. PortX also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). SSHConsole's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price 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. SSHConsole sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PortX asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PortX ships an update monthly, SSHConsole weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PortX versus SSHConsole: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPortXSSHConsole
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNetSarang Computer, Inc.Ayhan Gulseven

In-app purchases

None

PortX

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SSHConsole

One-time1
  • Remove Ad$1.99

Questions

Is PortX free?
PortX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SSHConsole free?
SSHConsole is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PortX or SSHConsole have ads?
SSHConsole shows ads; PortX does not.
Which is updated more often, PortX or SSHConsole?
PortX ships an update monthly, and SSHConsole weekly. Most recently, PortX was updated on September 20, 2026 and SSHConsole on September 23, 2026.

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