Comparison

Shell360 vs TermBean

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

Head to head
About

Shell360

This application provides secure and efficient remote server access via SSH and SFTP. It offers features like port forwarding, SSH key support, and customizable terminal themes for streamlined workflows across different operating systems.

Highlights
  • SFTP client support
  • Port forwarding (local, remote, dynamic)
  • ED25519, RSA, ECDSA SSH Key support
  • Light and dark theme switching
  • Import/export app configuration
  • Customizable terminal themes and fonts
  • Encrypted application data storage
Features
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Shell360 is an outstanding cross-platform SSH & SFTP client for seamless, secure, efficient remote server access. Works anywhere, on any OS, streamlining workflows and boosting productivity. Features: 1. SFTP: Support SFTP client 2. Port forwading: Support local port forwarding、remote port forwarding and dynamic port forwarding 3. SSH key: support ED25519、RSA、ECDSA SSH Key 4. Theme switching: supports light and dark themes. 5. Import/Export App config. 6. Customize terminal: Supports 6 themes and customizable fonts 7. High security: Application data encrypted storage Subscription Instructions: Subscriptions are available on a monthly or annual basis, unlocking the following features upon subscription 1. Unlimited creation of hosts(Default: 3 host) 2. Unlimited creation of keys(Default: 1 key) 3. Enable import of application configuration 4. Enable export of application configuration 《Privacy Policy》:https://github.com/nashaofu/shell360/blob/master/docs/Privacy-Policy.md 《Terms of Use》:http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

About

TermBean

A free, native Apple platform SSH client offering a modern interface, tabbed terminals, SFTP, and secure authentication. Unlock advanced features like jump hosts and dynamic port forwarding with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Modern application interface
  • Tabbed and split terminals
  • SFTP, SSH2, and Telnet support
  • MFA and key-based authentication
  • Encrypted key storage and iCloud sync
  • Jump Hosts Chaining (Pro)
  • Terminal log recording (Pro)
Features
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TermBean is a small, professional and free SSH client, developed natively for the Apple platform, with a low resource footprint, fast and smooth startup, security and simplicity to meet your needs. Free Offer Features * Modern application interface * Support iPad multitasking and split view * Recognizes operating systems and displays appropriate icons * Tabbed terminals * Terminal splitting * SFTP support * SSH2 support * Telnet support * ZModem (rz/sz) support, Drag and drop to upload multiple files * Local, remote port forwarding support * Keyword Search * MFA Login, Keyboard Interaction, Password, Public/Private Key Authentication * Immersive Terminal Themes * Code snippets * Encrypted storage of key data * iCloud storage * iCloud synchronization at devices * Ad-free Pro Features * Jump Hosts Chaining * Terminal splitting and broadcasting * Terminal log file recording * Dynamic port forwarding support, including SocksV5 * SSH Agent Forwarding * SSH Certificate Authentication * Support ports knocking (include SPA) before connecting ===================================== Unlock on all devices with a subscription or purchase. Free Trial Enjoy a 3-day free trial of all features (included with annual subscription). If you cancel your subscription before the trial expires, you can still use the app for 3 days at no cost. ===================================== Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://shellbean.notion.site/Privacy-de0bbfb42e924289bf47096b67db84ee

Screenshots

Shell3604 screens
TermBean4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TermBean at every 11 days against Shell360's monthly. Shell360's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Shell360 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and TermBean sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shell360 ships an update monthly, TermBean every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Shell360 versus TermBean: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShell360TermBean
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB35 MB
Age rating+44+
Developer刁 程北京如电科技有限公司

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Shell360

Subscriptions2
  • 1 month7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 1 year$19.991 Year
3 purchases

TermBean

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$9.99
  • Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is Shell360 free?
Shell360 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TermBean free?
TermBean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shell360 or TermBean have ads?
Neither Shell360 nor TermBean shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shell360 or TermBean?
Shell360 ships an update monthly, and TermBean every 11 days. Most recently, Shell360 was updated on September 15, 2026 and TermBean on September 7, 2026.

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