Anubis vs TerminalCat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Anubis
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SSH Terminal In Your Pocket Anubis brings professional SSH terminal capabilities to your iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a developer using Claude Code remotely, a system administrator, or power user, Anubis provides everything you need to manage servers and execute commands on the go. CORE FEATURES - Full terminal emulation with SwiftTerm integration - Multi-session SSH connections - Password and SSH key authentication - Real-time command execution with proper ANSI support - Dark theme optimized for terminal work - Native iOS performance and battery optimization CONNECTION MANAGEMENT - Save and organize unlimited SSH connections - Quick Access favorites for instant connectivity - Session persistence across app launches - Secure credential storage in iOS Keychain - Support for custom ports and connection settings SECURITY AND AUTHENTICATION - Interactive password authentication - SSH private key support (coming soon) - Secure credential management - End-to-end encrypted connections - No data stored on external servers PERFECT FOR: - Developers coding remotely with Claude Code - Managing cloud development environments - System administrators on-the-go - DevOps professionals - Students learning Linux/Unix - Anyone needing remote server access WHY CHOOSE ANUBIS? - Professional-grade terminal emulation - Intuitive touch-friendly interface - Seamless remote development workflow - Regular updates and active development - No subscription fees - one-time purchase Transform your iPhone into a powerful SSH terminal. Code anywhere, manage servers everywhere. Download Anubis and take your development environment in your pocket.
TerminalCat
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TerminalCat: Terminal in your pocket TerminalCat is a mobile SSH client for iPhone. Connect securely to remote servers and work from anywhere. [Key Features] āø SSH Connections Access remote servers over secure encrypted connections. Password authentication is supported. āø Multi-Host Support Connect to multiple servers simultaneously and switch between them instantly using tabs. āø Native tmux Integration Manage tmux sessions and windows as tabs. TerminalCat supports ANSI colors and persistent sessions, allowing you to continue working after reconnecting. āø SFTP File Browser Browse directories and download files from remote servers. āø File Upload Upload files directly to your server from the camera, photo library, or Files app. āø Mobile-Optimized Keyboard Use dedicated Ctrl, Alt, Tab, Escape, and arrow keys for efficient terminal operation. āø Dark Theme A dark interface designed for comfortable terminal work. āø Languages Available in English and Japanese. The language can follow your device settings or be selected manually. [Account] Sign in with Apple, Google, or email. You can also start as a guest and link your account later from Settings. [Subscription] TerminalCat Premium unlocks all features. āø Monthly and annual auto-renewable plans āø A free trial may be available to eligible users āø Cancel anytime Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription from your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://terminalcat.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://terminalcat.com/privacy-policy Support: https://terminalcat.com/support
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TerminalCat at Free against Anubis's $5.99. Anubis's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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TerminalCat is free to download; Anubis costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Anubis ships an update every 9 days, TerminalCat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Anubis | TerminalCat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free ā better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days ā better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rodgers Magabo | Tsuyoshi Yonemoto |
In-app purchases
Anubis
No in-app purchases
TerminalCat
No in-app purchases









