Comparison

Unix/Linux CLI Commands vs ShellBean

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

Head to head
About

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

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
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Unix/Linux CLI Commands is a clean, fast reference for the Unix and Linux command line — and a safe place to practice what you learn. Whether you're a student, a developer, or a system administrator brushing up, every command is explained in plain language with real examples you can try right away. BROWSE BY CATEGORY Commands are grouped into clear categories — file management, searching, text processing, networking & communication, storage, system status and more — so you can find what you need fast or explore a topic from the ground up. LEARN WHAT EACH COMMAND DOES Each entry gives you the command, its full name, a short description of what it does, and practical examples. No fluff, no wall of man-page text — just what you need to understand and use it. PRACTICE IN A SAFE TERMINAL Reading is one thing; doing is another. The built-in terminal is a real, in-memory shell where you can actually run commands — ls, cd, pwd, mkdir, cat, echo, file, find and more — against a virtual filesystem stocked with sample files and folders. Nothing touches your real device, so you can experiment freely and break things without worry. READABLE, YOUR WAY Pick the reading font and size that suit you, and choose Light, Dark, or System appearance. Designed to look right on both iPhone and iPad. A handy companion for anyone learning the shell or keeping the essentials close at hand.

About

ShellBean

A powerful SSH and SFTP client with integrated monitoring and scripting automation for efficient Linux server management. Offers advanced terminal features, file editing, and secure data synchronization.

Highlights
  • AI-enhanced SSH/SFTP client
  • Server monitoring tools
  • Scripting automation
  • Built-in text editor
  • Multi-level jump server login
  • SFTP file management
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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ShellBean is a professional, modern, full-featured SSH SFTP client that integrates monitoring and scripting automation tools over SSH to help you quickly and easily manage your Linux servers without installing any third-party applications. ShellBean offers the following free features: - Move the cursor quickly with single-tap and long-press drag gestures in terminal - Supports multi-level jump servers login - Built-in text editor, easy to edit files - Multiple SSH terminal color schemes and fonts settings - SFTP within Files App (read-only) (iOS 16 and above) - Support for iOS/iPadOS/macOS systems - iPad split-screen support - Support iOS 17 Widget, Monitor Server at Home Screen - Face ID unlock App - SSH Terminal - Zmodem rz sz file transfer - SSH keys management - Port forwarding, support for local, remote and dynamic three modes - Server, code snippets and Port forwardings can be managed in groups - Securely synchronize data between all your devices via iCloud (using only your private iCloud space) - View the process list, sort by PID, COMMAND, CPU, MEM - View server usage per CPU core - Support displaying CPU temperature - Memory usage - Network traffic and rates, as well as traffic status for each interface - Disk Partition Occupancy and Read/Write Rates - Monitor the status of NVIDIA graphics cards - Select servers to run Snippets in batches - Manage Snippets and run them on servers within touchs - SFTP file management within Files App (iOS 16 and above) Unlocking the Premium version you will get the following features: - Dynamic port forwarding - Monitor disk inode data - Quickly execute snippets in the terminal - Terminal split screen and broadcast input - Terminal logging to file Data security: All data is only stored locally on your device and in your private iCloud space, we will not upload any of your server, key, script data. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://shellbean.app/privacy

Screenshots

Unix/Linux CLI Commands4 screens
ShellBean4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShellBean at 86% against Unix/Linux CLI Commands's 37%. ShellBean also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.8) and ads (none vs shown). Unix/Linux CLI Commands's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ratings volume 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. ShellBean sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Unix/Linux CLI Commands asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ShellBean holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Unix/Linux CLI Commands's written reviews are positive against 86% of ShellBean's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unix/Linux CLI Commands ships an update every 11 months, ShellBean every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Unix/Linux CLI Commands versus ShellBean: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnix/Linux CLI CommandsShellBean
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (19 ratings)4.1 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.3% of reviews86.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.016
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB157 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBahtiyar Polat北京如电科技有限公司

Customer experience

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

All ratings19 ratings
Positive15.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative84.2%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive37.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative58.8%

ShellBean

All ratings15 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive86.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative6.2%

In-app purchases

None

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

ShellBean

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$19.99
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Unix/Linux CLI Commands free?
Unix/Linux CLI Commands is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShellBean free?
ShellBean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unix/Linux CLI Commands or ShellBean?
ShellBean is rated higher. Unix/Linux CLI Commands averages 1.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while ShellBean averages 4.1 from 15 ratings.
Do Unix/Linux CLI Commands or ShellBean have ads?
Unix/Linux CLI Commands shows ads; ShellBean does not.
Which is updated more often, Unix/Linux CLI Commands or ShellBean?
Unix/Linux CLI Commands ships an update every 11 months, and ShellBean every 6 days. Most recently, Unix/Linux CLI Commands was updated on September 29, 2026 and ShellBean on October 1, 2026.

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