Comparison

Glink VT vs AppliChatWatch

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

Head to head
About

Glink VT

This terminal emulator connects to legacy host applications on UNIX, AIX, Linux, and DEC systems. It emulates various DEC terminals and supports Telnet and SSH protocols for secure communication. The app offers extensive customization for function keys, macros, and sessions, making it ideal for accessing remote systems.

Highlights
  • DEC VT terminal emulation
  • Telnet and SSH support
  • SSL/TLS for secure communication
  • SSH tunneling
  • Multiple concurrent sessions
  • Configurable toolbars and hot spots
  • Macro recording and playback
Features
Read full description

Glink VT for iOS is a terminal emulator application that runs on iPad, iPhone and Mac's with M1/M2 chip. It is a port of our immensely successful and popular Glink for Windows product that has been chosen by more than 600,000 people world wide for connection to legacy host applications. Glink VT is used to access applications running on UNIX, AIX, Linux and DEC host systems. Glink VT emulates DEC VT100/102/220/320/340/420 terminals and uses the Telnet or SSH protocols for communication with the host systems. Glink brings you a high quality and proven emulator on your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch devices. Glink supports GlinkProxy, a server application designed to provide persistent host connections for Glink clients where the connection from the client device is unreliable. This may be because the device enters sleep mode or goes out of Wi-Fi range. FEATURES - DEC VT420, VT320/340, VT220 and VT100/VT102 terminal emulation, all screen sizes - Telnet communication to host - IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) supported - SSL/TLS support for secure communication - SSH for direct communication with the SSH Daemon - SSH tunneling for Telnet protocol - Username/password or private key for SSH authentication - Multiple concurrent host sessions - Configurable multi line toolbar with function keys and macros - Configurable hot spots for function keys, numbers, characters and URLs - Macro recording for auto-login and for assignment to toolbar - Pop-up standard keyboard with support of international characters - Tab/shift-Tab and arrow-keys supported on external Bluetooth keyboard - All major function keys available as keyboard shortcuts - Press and hold Command-key on external keyboard to see list of built-in keyboard shortcuts - Colors can be customized - Supports GlinkProxy Session Persistence Server - Multiple host configurations supported - Export and import of configurations - Supports Managed App Configuration, which allows users to configure Glink remotely through Mobile Device Management (MDM) - Optional password to access configurations - Optional auto-connect and auto-login at startup - Optional use of double-tap as Enter/Transmit - Configurable scroll-back buffer contains history of your host session - Print or e-mail host print data - Print or e-mail terminal emulation content or scroll-back buffer content - Zoom and scroll as the Safari browser - Dynamic zoom to cursor position - Blinking attribute supported - Blinking cursor supported - Two finger swipe gesture to move cursor - Tap and hold to open Mail with e-mail address on screen - Supports external Bluetooth keyboards and barcode scanners

About

AppliChatWatch

Features
Read full description

AppliChat – Standalone Messaging for Apple Watch AppliChat takes messaging to the next level with a fully independent experience on your Apple Watch. No need to keep your iPhone nearby—everything you need is right on your wrist. Key Features for Apple Watch: • Standalone Messaging Send and receive voice and text messages directly from your Apple Watch—no iPhone required. • Built-in Walkie-Talkie Use walkie-talkie-style voice messages with a simple tap or swipe. Instant, hassle-free communication! • Streamlined Watch Interface Optimized for the Apple Watch screen, the app offers fast, easy navigation to send messages or view notifications. • Fast Sync Across Devices While fully independent, you can still sync your conversations and contacts with iPhone, iPad, or Mac when available. • On-Wrist Contact Management Add, edit, or remove users right from your Apple Watch. Accept or decline requests without pulling out your phone. • Shortcuts & Notifications Get real-time message and invitation alerts, and use quick actions to reply directly from your wrist. AppliChat is the perfect messaging app for those who want to stay connected without carrying their iPhone. Keep your conversations within reach—with full Apple Watch independence.

Screenshots

Glink VT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AppliChatWatch at Free against Glink VT's $9.99. AppliChatWatch also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). Glink VT's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On 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

AppliChatWatch is free to download; Glink VT costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Glink VT ships an update every 5 months, AppliChatWatch monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Glink VT versus AppliChatWatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlink VTAppliChatWatch
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB8 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperGallagher & Robertson ASPavel Lezama

In-app purchases

None

Glink VT

No in-app purchases

None

AppliChatWatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Glink VT free?
Glink VT costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AppliChatWatch free?
AppliChatWatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Glink VT or AppliChatWatch have ads?
Neither Glink VT nor AppliChatWatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Glink VT or AppliChatWatch?
Glink VT ships an update every 5 months, and AppliChatWatch monthly. Most recently, Glink VT was updated on November 1, 2026 and AppliChatWatch on November 5, 2026.

Other comparisons