Comparison

Code vs Anubis

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

Head to head
About

Code

This app provides a comprehensive developer suite on your mobile device, including a code editor with syntax highlighting and autocompletion, a file explorer, and integrated Git, SSH, and FTP/SFTP clients. It allows you to work on projects anywhere, transforming your device into a portable workstation.

Highlights
  • Code editor with themes and syntax highlighting
  • File explorer for easy navigation
  • Integrated Git for version control
  • Terminal with Bash support
  • SSH client for remote connections
  • FTP/SFTP support
Features
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Code, Work Anywhere! This app has an entire developer suite embedded in this app, and it's fully native! ## Code Editor - Various Themes - Colored Syntax - Autocompletion - Minimap - Row Diff indicator ## File Explorer Move between your file like if you were at your main workstation. ## Git - Clone - Commit - Fetch - Push - Pull - Tag and more! ## Terminal An integrated Shell that support most of the commands available ( Yes, Curl is supported ;-) ) ## SSH Connect to a remote machine with no problems ## FTP / SFTP Since some of you was needing this, we've added support for it! The only app that will allow you to use your device like a real workstation! Code! Privacy Policy: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/PrivacyPolicy.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of Service: https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/apppurchases-6fa17.appspot.com/o/TermsAndConditions.html?alt=media&app=Code Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Anubis

Features
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SSH Terminal In Your Pocket Anubis brings professional SSH terminal capabilities to your iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a developer using Claude Code remotely, a system administrator, or power user, Anubis provides everything you need to manage servers and execute commands on the go. CORE FEATURES - Full terminal emulation with SwiftTerm integration - Multi-session SSH connections - Password and SSH key authentication - Real-time command execution with proper ANSI support - Dark theme optimized for terminal work - Native iOS performance and battery optimization CONNECTION MANAGEMENT - Save and organize unlimited SSH connections - Quick Access favorites for instant connectivity - Session persistence across app launches - Secure credential storage in iOS Keychain - Support for custom ports and connection settings SECURITY AND AUTHENTICATION - Interactive password authentication - SSH private key support (coming soon) - Secure credential management - End-to-end encrypted connections - No data stored on external servers PERFECT FOR: - Developers coding remotely with Claude Code - Managing cloud development environments - System administrators on-the-go - DevOps professionals - Students learning Linux/Unix - Anyone needing remote server access WHY CHOOSE ANUBIS? - Professional-grade terminal emulation - Intuitive touch-friendly interface - Seamless remote development workflow - Regular updates and active development - No subscription fees - one-time purchase Transform your iPhone into a powerful SSH terminal. Code anywhere, manage servers everywhere. Download Anubis and take your development environment in your pocket.

Screenshots

Code4 screens
Anubis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Code at Free against Anubis's $5.99. Code also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days) and device support (3 vs 1). Anubis's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads 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

Code is free to download; Anubis costs $5.99 up front. Code sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Anubis asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code ships an update every 2 days, Anubis every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Code versus Anubis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodeAnubis
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating4.0 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size743 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMorella FolesaniRodgers Magabo

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Code

Subscriptions10
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Code Pro$2.997 Days
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  • Code Pro3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Code Pro$14.991 Year
  • Code Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Code Pro$19.991 Year
  • Code Pro$34.991 Year
  • Code Pro3 Days trial$69.991 Year
None

Anubis

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code free?
Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Anubis free?
Anubis costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Code or Anubis have ads?
Neither Code nor Anubis shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code or Anubis?
Code ships an update every 2 days, and Anubis every 9 days. Most recently, Code was updated on November 12, 2026 and Anubis on November 8, 2026.

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