Comparison

Termix vs StreamPad

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

Head to head
About

Termix

This app provides a powerful and secure SSH and SFTP client for remote server management. It features a robust terminal, advanced file manager with code editing, and customizable options for enhanced productivity. Designed with privacy and security in mind, it offers a desktop-grade experience on Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Ultimate SSH & SFTP client
  • Advanced file manager
  • Code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Native gestures and keyboard shortcuts
  • Multi-session and split-screen support
  • Serverless security with iCloud storage
  • Enhanced automation with startup snippets
Features
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Termix is a modern SSH client and terminal developed by a European team of cybersecurity experts. It offers an unrivaled SSH and SFTP experience that enhances your productivity without compromising your privacy. With zero ads and a strict no-data-collection policy, Termix uses the most secure open-source libraries to keep your connections safe. Key Features: Ultimate SSH & SFTP Client: Termix delivers a robust, desktop-grade terminal experience across all Apple devices. Advanced File Manager & Code Editor: Inspired by WinSCP, our fully featured file manager lets you download, upload, manage, and edit files, directories, and permissions effortlessly. It also includes a rich code editor with syntax highlighting that supports over 40 programming languages. Native Gestures & Keyboard Shortcuts: Navigate like a pro with native touch gestures and hardware keyboard shortcuts, enabling fast navigation, multiline command editing, and precise text selection. Termix feels just like a regular text editor with all the perks you need for efficient terminal work. Multi-Session & Customization: Work in parallel with seamless split-screen support, advanced key management (including generation and uploading), and a fully customizable interface with themes tailored for power users. Serverless Security: Termix works completely serverless. All your hosts, private keys, and passwords are stored in encrypted form on Apple iCloud and never leave your device. This design guarantees that your sensitive data remains exclusively under your control. Enhanced Automation: Boost your workflow with startup snippets, execute commands across multiple hosts simultaneously, and configure environment variables with ease. Modern Apple-Native Design: Experience a clean, smooth, and beautifully modern interface designed exclusively for Apple products. Developer & Sysadmin Focused: Built for developers and loved by system administrators, Termix includes features such as command history, regex search, and snippet support to save hours of time and increase productivity. With Termix Pro, you can also: - Upload and edit files using the File Manager. - Create startup snippets. - Execute snippets on multiple hosts simultaneously. - Import custom fonts. - Manage and configure environment variables. - Choose an alternative icon for Termix. Discover the most powerful, secure, and feature-rich SSH and SFTP client made for those who demand quality. Get Termix today and transform your remote management experience!

About

StreamPad

Features
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Stream Pad turns your phone into a customizable macro pad for your Mac or Windows computer - no cloud, no account, no internet required. Install the free Stream Pad Companion app on your computer, connect your phone over the same Wi-Fi network, and trigger keyboard shortcuts, media controls, and app actions with a single tap. FEATURES - Fully customizable grid of buttons, icons, and colors, edited from the Companion dashboard on your computer - Multiple pages for organizing different sets of shortcuts - Instant Wi-Fi pairing via QR code - no typing IP addresses - Media controls (play/pause, volume) and custom keyboard shortcuts - Works entirely on your local network - everything stays between your phone and your computer Stream Pad is self-hosted: your macros, layouts, and button presses never leave your home network.

Screenshots

Termix4 screens
StreamPad3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StreamPad at none against Termix's 1. StreamPad also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Termix sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. StreamPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Termix versus StreamPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermixStreamPad
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (165 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings165 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon ZvaraDuc Tran Dinh

Bugs and requests

Termix

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes when using jump host
  • Crashes after paying for jump host support

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for mosh in addition to SSH
  • Full-screen mode when using an external keyboard
  • Copy/paste from keyboard

StreamPad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Termix

One-time1
  • Termix Pro$9.99
None

StreamPad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Termix free?
Termix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StreamPad free?
StreamPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Termix or StreamPad have ads?
Neither Termix nor StreamPad shows ads.

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