Comparison

TermBean vs ProxyTunnel

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

Head to head
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

About

ProxyTunnel

Features
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ProxyTunnel is a native iOS app for mobile developers and QA engineers. Point it at your Wi-Fi network, and it finds your proxy in seconds saving you time! No digging through iOS Settings and typing IP addresses by hand. Why ProxyTunnel? β€’ Zero-friction setup β€’ One-tap connect and disconnect from your iPhone or iPad β€’ Live connection uptime counter so you always know the tunnel is active β€’ Real-time traffic monitoring with download and upload activity at a glance β€’ Add proxies manually when auto-discovery can't reach them β€’ Save and name frequently used proxy addresses for instant access β€’ Compatible with Charles Proxy, Proxyman, mitmproxy, Fiddler, and any HTTP/HTTPS proxy β€’ Zero ads, zero tracking, zero data collection and everything stays on your device β€’ Shortcuts & Quick Actions: Connect or disconnect with a Siri shortcut or action button Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Note: ProxyTunnel requires an active subscription or purchase to unlock all features and functionality. A free trial may be available for new users. Download ProxyTunnel and save yourself some time!

Screenshots

TermBean4 screens
ProxyTunnel2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TermBean at every 11 days against ProxyTunnel's every 6 weeks. TermBean also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. TermBean sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and ProxyTunnel sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TermBean ships an update every 11 days, ProxyTunnel every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
TermBean versus ProxyTunnel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermBeanProxyTunnel
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews60.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 11 days β€” betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 β€” better16.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size35 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperεŒ—δΊ¬ε¦‚η”΅η§‘ζŠ€ζœ‰ι™ε…¬εΈSHUBHAM SHAH

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TermBean

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

ProxyTunnel

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Pro (Yearly)3 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro (Lifetime)$14.99

Questions

Is TermBean free?
TermBean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProxyTunnel free?
ProxyTunnel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TermBean or ProxyTunnel have ads?
Neither TermBean nor ProxyTunnel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TermBean or ProxyTunnel?
TermBean ships an update every 11 days, and ProxyTunnel every 6 weeks. Most recently, TermBean was updated on September 7, 2026 and ProxyTunnel on September 22, 2026.

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