Shell360 vs ShellCast
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shell360
This app provides secure and efficient remote server access via SSH and SFTP. It offers features like port forwarding, SSH key support, and customizable themes for a streamlined workflow. Unlock unlimited hosts and keys with a subscription.
- 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
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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
ShellCast
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ShellCast lets you control any terminal or long-running CLI process from your devices. Guide your AI agents remotely and get nudged when they need your attention. No complex setup; just pair once and stay connected from anywhere—batteries included.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShellCast at none against Shell360's 2. ShellCast also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). Shell360's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Shell360 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ShellCast asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shell360 ships an update monthly, ShellCast every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.
| Parameter | Shell360 | ShellCast |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 刁 程 | Neurox Inc. |
In-app purchases
Shell360
- 1 month7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- 1 year$19.991 Year
ShellCast
No in-app purchases
