Comparison

Unix/Linux CLI Commands vs Terminal & SSH

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

Terminal & SSH

Access and manage Linux or IoT devices securely from your mobile. Offers SSH, SFTP, and a suite of network tools for command-line administration and file transfer. Includes a code editor and snippets for efficient workflow.

Highlights
  • SSH connection with key authentication
  • SFTP file transfer
  • Network diagnostic tools
  • Local text editor with syntax highlighting
  • Code editor for multiple languages
  • Customizable terminal theme and font size
Features
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Terminal & SSH is a complete command line and server administration solution that provides secure access to Linux or IoT devices and helps you quickly resolve issues from a mobile device. SSH Features: • SSH connection with password or key authentication: DSA, RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519 (OpenSSH format). • Emulation: XTERM-COLOR256 / XTERM / VT100 • Connection settings are securely stored in the Keychain. • Unlimited server list. • Local text editor with syntax highlighting for more than 30 programming languages. • Snippets (saving commands for quick access). • Special keys Esc, Tab, Ctrl, /,:, -,!, |, $, *, F1-F12 SFTP features: • Upload files from your device to your server. • Download files from your server to your device. • Create / rename / delete files and directories. • Edit text files. Network tools: • ifconfig, ping, whois, host, nc (netcat), nslookup, telnet, dig, curl And: • Authentication to the application via Touch ID / Face ID. • Work with Git. • Code editor for: Swift, Kotlin, Java, Python, HTML and more. • Run code on Python • Customize the terminal theme. • Adjust the font size. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Unix/Linux CLI Commands4 screens
Terminal & SSH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Terminal & SSH at 88% against Unix/Linux CLI Commands's 37%. Terminal & SSH also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). Unix/Linux CLI Commands's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Terminal & SSH holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Terminal & SSH has 112 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Unix/Linux CLI Commands's written reviews are positive against 88% of Terminal & SSH's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unix/Linux CLI Commands ships an update every 11 months, Terminal & SSH every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Unix/Linux CLI Commands versus Terminal & SSH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnix/Linux CLI CommandsTerminal & SSH
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (19 ratings)4.4 (112 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.3% of reviews87.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19112 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBahtiyar PolatPavlo Kravchenko

Customer experience

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

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

Terminal & SSH

All ratings112 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral4.5%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive87.8%
Neutral4.1%
Negative8.2%

Bugs and requests

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Terminal & SSH

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App crashes after showing logo on iOS 12.2
  • Crashes on iPad Air with iOS 12.3.1
  • Crashes frequently (Chinese review)
  • Crashes on loading
  • App crashes on loading starting today
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  • Crashes immediately under iOS 15.3
  • Crashes when selecting default theme
  • Cannot keep app in background, requires reconnection
  • Bluetooth keyboard arrow keys not transmitting
  • App crashes on startup
  • App stopped working on iPad after a few days
  • Crashes on iPad Pro 1st Gen (13.4.1)
  • Arrow key presses on MFi keyboard don't transmit
  • App does not start

Requested features

8 requests
  • Keepalive features for long builds
  • Physical arrow keys for Bluetooth keyboards
  • Support for Chinese input in terminal
  • UI improvements for common keys on toolbar
  • Ability to touch and drag back through commands
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  • Swipe up through history
  • Dark mode
  • More clear explanation of connection purchases

In-app purchases

None

Unix/Linux CLI Commands

No in-app purchases

None

Terminal & SSH

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Unix/Linux CLI Commands free?
Unix/Linux CLI Commands is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Terminal & SSH free?
Terminal & SSH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Unix/Linux CLI Commands or Terminal & SSH?
Terminal & SSH is rated higher. Unix/Linux CLI Commands averages 1.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Terminal & SSH averages 4.4 from 112 ratings.
Do Unix/Linux CLI Commands or Terminal & SSH have ads?
Both Unix/Linux CLI Commands and Terminal & SSH show ads.
Which is updated more often, Unix/Linux CLI Commands or Terminal & SSH?
Unix/Linux CLI Commands ships an update every 11 months, and Terminal & SSH every 3 weeks. Most recently, Unix/Linux CLI Commands was updated on November 10, 2026 and Terminal & SSH on November 11, 2026.

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