Comparison

Terminal vs vuduo2

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

Head to head
About

Terminal

This advanced client provides developers with a streamlined way to manage Linux, SSH, Telnet, and SFTP connections. It offers features like AI assistance for server building, multi-tab management, and integrated editors to enhance productivity and simplify remote access.

Highlights
  • SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP support
  • AI chatbot for server building assistance
  • Personalized themes and fonts per connection
  • Multi-tab interface for simultaneous sessions
  • SFTP file manager with nano and vim editors
  • Connection history and saved snippets
  • Vaults, multi-team, groups, and tags organization
Features
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Terminal is the most advanced SSH client in the market, designed by developers for developers. Access everything with just one tap. Say goodbye to the hassle of re-entering IP addresses, ports, and passwords. Key features: - Support for SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, and SFTP. - AI chatbot to assist in building your servers instead of browsing the web for generic commands. - Personalization of theme and font settings for each connection in your terminal. - Management of multiple sessions simultaneously with a convenient multi-tab interface. - SFTP file manager and integrated editors nano and vim. - Easy and fast terminal connect. - Use of snippets to run your most frequently used commands and save time. - Saving of all connections history to keep track of your workload. - Support for vaults and multi-team functionality. - Organization of your terminal using groups and tags. - Keychain support with different login options. We hope to deliver a more productive and enjoyable remote access for developers, so please do not hesitate to contact us in case you desire a new feature or just to say hello. Terms of use: https://shella.me/terms Privacy policy: https://shella.me/privacy

About

vuduo2

Features
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vuduo2 — Enigma2 OpenWebIf Client for iPhone & iPad Take full control of your Enigma2 set-top box from anywhere on your network. vuduo2 connects to your box via OpenWebIf, letting you browse channels, manage recordings, and stream live or recorded TV directly to your iPhone or iPad. KEY FEATURES • Stream live TV and recordings through the built-in player or via VLC • Full EPG browser with recording timer management • Download recordings to your device for offline viewing • Use your iPhone or iPad as a complete remote control for your box • Multiple clients can connect simultaneously — perfect for families or multi-room setups MULTI-SATELLITE READY Ideal for complex setups with multiple satellites or tuners. Each connected device streams independently, completely separate from what's playing on the main TV. COMPATIBLE HARDWARE & SOFTWARE Works with most Enigma2 distributions including OpenVIX, OpenATV and OpenPLI. Perfect companion for the Vu+ Duo4K SE, AB Pulse 4K, and many other Enigma2 set-top boxes. SUBSCRIPTION vuduo2 requires a monthly subscription to access its features, including remote control, EPG browsing, live streaming, and downloading recordings. Subscriptions are billed via the App Store. This app connects to and streams your own STB content — no additional streaming content is included. EULA: https://novotech.co.uk/vuduo2_eula.htm

Screenshots

Terminal4 screens
vuduo24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Terminal at every 9 days against vuduo2's every 9 months. 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. Terminal sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and vuduo2 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Terminal ships an update every 9 days, vuduo2 every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Terminal versus vuduo2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTerminalvuduo2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (110 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews48.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings110 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoufiane BenabidAndrew Birch

Bugs and requests

Terminal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • SSH unable to connect after v3.4 update
  • Crashes when attempting to connect
  • Backspace/delete key not working

Requested features

3 requests
  • Guest option more prominent
  • iPad optimization
  • Chinese language support

vuduo2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Terminal

Subscriptions4
  • Terminal - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Terminal - Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Terminal - Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • Terminal - Yearly$69.991 Year
1 purchases

vuduo2

Subscriptions1
  • vuduo2.monthly1 Month trial$0.991 Month

Questions

Is Terminal free?
Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is vuduo2 free?
vuduo2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Terminal or vuduo2 have ads?
Neither Terminal nor vuduo2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Terminal or vuduo2?
Terminal ships an update every 9 days, and vuduo2 every 9 months. Most recently, Terminal was updated on September 24, 2026 and vuduo2 on July 17, 2026.

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