# Unix/Linux CLI Commands vs Core Shell

The clearest difference is rating: Core Shell at 4.0 against Unix/Linux CLI Commands's 1.8. Core Shell also leads on ads (none vs shown). Unix/Linux CLI Commands's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (19 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Core Shell sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Unix/Linux CLI Commands asks for nothing beyond the download.

Core Shell holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unix/Linux CLI Commands has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 37% and 38% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unix/Linux CLI Commands | Core Shell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unixlinux-cli-commands/id395135555/reviews) | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 37.3% of reviews | **38.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bahtiyar Polat](https://appshunter.io/developer/354062184) | [Codinn Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/597333552) |

## What reviewers say

### Unix/Linux CLI Commands

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unixlinux-cli-commands/id395135555)

Learn and reference essential commands for the Unix/Linux command line interface. This app provides instructions on how to use the most frequently encountered commands for system navigation and operation.

**Highlights:** Most used Unix/Linux commands, Command usage instructions, Command line interface reference, System command guide

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Core Shell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-shell/id1354319581)

This app provides a powerful terminal emulator and SSH client for efficient host management. It offers robust features like OpenSSH compatibility, automatic reconnection, and customizable themes. Premium features include unlimited connections and cross-device profile syncing.

**Highlights:** Full-featured terminal emulator, OpenSSH compatible, Keychain integration, Advanced options editor, Automatic reconnection, Theming and color schemes, Unlimited connections (premium)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (1-Year) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium (4-Year) | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unix/Linux CLI Commands free?

Unix/Linux CLI Commands is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Core Shell free?

Core Shell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Unix/Linux CLI Commands or Core Shell?

Core Shell is rated higher. Unix/Linux CLI Commands averages 1.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Core Shell averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Unix/Linux CLI Commands or Core Shell have ads?

Unix/Linux CLI Commands shows ads; Core Shell does not.

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