Comparison

Clandestine Passwords vs Pocket Shell

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

Head to head
About

Clandestine Passwords

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Clandestine is a simple, secure and beautiful password manager. Save your secrets in just one simple list, certified clutter-free! In light or dark mode, both beautifully crafted. Clandestine uses state of the art cryptographic technology to protect your secrets. Everything you save in Clandestine is end-to-end-encrypted, so only you can decrypt it using your master password. Clandestine syncs seamlessly between iPhone, iPad and Mac.

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Pocket Shell

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Pocket Shell is a modern SSH client built for developers, server owners, IT users and anyone who needs quick access to remote machines from a mobile device. Connect to your servers, manage saved hosts, browse files with SFTP and run terminal commands from one clean, dark-mode interface. Whether you are checking a VPS, managing a cloud instance, accessing a Linux server or handling quick maintenance tasks while away from your computer, Pocket Shell gives you a simple and focused way to stay connected. Key Features: * SSH Client Save and organize your server connections in one place. Add host details such as hostname, port, username and authentication method, then access your servers quickly when needed. * Terminal Access Open a remote terminal session and run commands directly from your phone. Pocket Shell is designed for quick checks, server monitoring, command execution and remote troubleshooting. * Built-in SFTP File Browser Browse remote folders and manage server files through a clean SFTP interface. Move through directories, view folder structures and access server files without switching tools. * Local Terminal Access a local terminal area for command-line workflows directly inside the app. * Clean Dark Interface Pocket Shell uses a focused dark UI with clear text, simple navigation and developer-friendly controls, making it comfortable to use during long sessions or quick checks. Designed For: - Developers - System administrators - Cloud server users - VPS owners - Linux users - Homelab users - IT support users - Students learning server management - Anyone who needs SSH access on mobile Why Pocket Shell? Pocket Shell is built around one idea: remote server access should feel simple, clean and reliable on mobile. Instead of a cluttered interface, the app keeps the most important tools close: saved hosts, SSH terminal, SFTP file browsing, authentication options and quick access controls. Use Pocket Shell when you need to: - Connect to a Linux server - Check server status - Run quick terminal commands - Manage SSH hosts - Browse remote files with SFTP - Access your VPS or cloud instance - Work with your homelab server - Handle quick server maintenance while away from your computer

Screenshots

Clandestine Passwords4 screens
Pocket Shell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pocket Shell at none against Clandestine Passwords's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Clandestine Passwords sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pocket Shell asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Clandestine Passwords versus Pocket Shell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClandestine PasswordsPocket Shell
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael BaumannApps Haus

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Clandestine Passwords

One-time1
  • Unlimited Secrets$7.99
None

Pocket Shell

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Clandestine Passwords free?
Clandestine Passwords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pocket Shell free?
Pocket Shell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Clandestine Passwords or Pocket Shell have ads?
Neither Clandestine Passwords nor Pocket Shell shows ads.

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