TermBean vs ProxyTunnel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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)
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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
ProxyTunnel
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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!
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | TermBean | ProxyTunnel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days β better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16 β better | 16.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | εδΊ¬ε¦η΅η§ζζιε ¬εΈ | SHUBHAM SHAH |
In-app purchases
TermBean
- Annual Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Year
- Lifetime$9.99
- Lifetime$14.99
ProxyTunnel
- Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro (Yearly)3 Days trial$8.991 Year
- Pro (Lifetime)$14.99









