Comparison

Shell360 vs Multiplex

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

Multiplex

Features
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Multiplex Remote keeps you connected to the terminal and Coding agents like Claude code sessions running on your Mac, from your phone. Pair your iPhone with the Multiplex app on your Mac and pick up any running session: watch live output, type commands, and respond the moment Claude Code needs your input. TERMINAL, WHEREVER YOU ARE Every paired session is a real terminal, mirrored from your Mac in real time. Scroll back through history, use the on-screen arrow keys and modifiers, or fit the output to your phone's width for readable text on the smallest screens. NEVER MISS A "NEEDS YOU" MOMENT Get a lock screen Live Activity and a notification the instant a Claude Code session is waiting on you, so you can approve, answer, or steer it without opening your Mac. GIT, WITHOUT LEAVING THE SESSION Open the built-in git inspector to browse changes, diffs, commit history, and branches for the repo your session is working in. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your session reaches your phone through a relay that only ever routes opaque traffic between your own devices. Pairing uses a one-time code shown on your Mac and confirmed on your phone. Requires the free Multiplex app on your Mac.

Screenshots

Shell3604 screens
Multiplex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Multiplex at every 9 days against Shell360's monthly. 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. Shell360 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Multiplex sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shell360 ships an update monthly, Multiplex every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 6 level
Shell360 versus Multiplex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShell360Multiplex
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer刁 程DataGrids

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Shell360

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

Multiplex

One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$24.99

Questions

Is Shell360 free?
Shell360 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Multiplex free?
Multiplex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shell360 or Multiplex have ads?
Neither Shell360 nor Multiplex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shell360 or Multiplex?
Shell360 ships an update monthly, and Multiplex every 9 days. Most recently, Shell360 was updated on October 19, 2026 and Multiplex on October 9, 2026.

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