Vibe Pocket vs AgentShell
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vibe Pocket
Transform your phone into a coding studio with this AI-powered development environment. Create workspaces from GitHub, generate commands with an AI agent, and code from anywhere. Features include a smart editor, full terminal, Git integration, and live sharing of running applications.
- AI-powered CLI Agent for command generation
- Code from GitHub repositories with zero setup
- Smart editor with syntax highlighting
- Full terminal with multiple named sessions
- Seamless Git integration
- Live sharing of running applications
- Automatic port detection
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Transform your phone into a powerful coding studio with VibePocket — the AI-powered development environment that goes wherever you do. -Code from Anywhere Create workspaces in seconds from your GitHub repos or any public repository. No setup, no installations — just open and start building. - AI-Powered Development Get instant help from our CLI Agent. Generate commands, automate tasks, and code faster with intelligent assistance that stays out of your way. - Mobile-First Design Built specifically for mobile development. Perfect for quick fixes on the go or full coding sessions from your phone, tablet, or desktop. - All-in-One Solution Smart Editor: Syntax highlighting and instant file editing Full Terminal: Multiple named sessions, complete command access Git Integration: Commit, push, pull, and review diffs seamlessly Live Sharing: Run your app and share live links instantly Port Detection: Automatic discovery of running services - Share Your Work Start your server, and VibePocket automatically detects open ports. Create shareable links so anyone can preview your running applications. - Key Benefits Zero setup required — everything runs in the cloud Pick up where you left off on any device GitHub integration for seamless workflow Secure billing through Stripe Perfect for developers, students, and teams Whether you're fixing bugs during your commute, prototyping ideas on the weekend, or collaborating with teammates, VibePocket gives you a complete development environment that fits in your pocket. Build from anywhere. That's the vibe. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://vibepocket.com/privacy
AgentShell
This app provides developers with an SSH client to manage AI coding tools on remote servers. It offers push notifications for agent input, multiple session management, and secure key storage. Stay connected and in control of your development environment from your mobile device.
- AI agent support with push notifications
- Lock screen and Dynamic Island session status
- Up to 10 simultaneous sessions
- 256-color terminal with extra keyboard row
- Secure key storage in iOS Keychain
- Unlimited saved connection profiles
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AgentShell is an SSH client for developers who run AI coding tools like Claude Code and Gemini CLI on remote servers. The problem it solves You're running Claude on a dev server. It needs a yes/no answer. Your phone is in your pocket. Without notifications, you'd have no idea it's waiting. AgentShell watches your terminal for input prompts and notifies you. Works whether the app is open, backgrounded, or your phone is locked. AI agent support • Auto-launch Claude, Gemini, Cursor, Codex, or your own tools on connect • Detects when agents need confirmation or input • Push notifications show the actual question being asked • Banners when you're in another session • Per-connection working directories Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Session status visible without unlocking • See "Working", "Waiting for input", or "Ready" at a glance • Tap to jump straight into the session Multiple sessions • Up to 10 sessions at once • Grid view with terminal previews • Sessions stay alive when you switch apps • Auto-reconnect on dropped connections • GNU Screen support Terminal • 256 colors, multiple themes • Extra keyboard row: Ctrl, Esc, Tab, arrows • Voice input • Copy/paste Security • Keys in iOS Keychain with hardware encryption • Face ID / Touch ID to access keys • Ed25519, RSA, ECDSA generation • Keys stay on device • Secure password storage Connections • Unlimited saved profiles • Quick connect to recent servers • AWS EC2 metadata support • Custom startup commands • Background connection keeper No web views Native iOS. SwiftUI. Pure Swift SSH. Launches fast, stays responsive. --- Subscription Information AgentShell Pro (Yearly) is available as an auto-renewable subscription at $9.99/year. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. AgentShell Pro (Lifetime) is available as a one-time purchase at $24.99. Privacy Policy: https://agentshell.dev/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ---
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: AgentShell at 100% against Vibe Pocket's 50%. AgentShell also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Vibe Pocket's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Vibe Pocket sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and AgentShell sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
AgentShell holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Vibe Pocket's written reviews are positive against 100% of AgentShell's.
| Parameter | Vibe Pocket | AgentShell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vibe Pocket, LLC | Vijay Budhram |
Customer experience
Vibe Pocket
AgentShell
In-app purchases
Vibe Pocket
- Lite$1.991 Month
- Plus3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Vibe Pocket Pro$24.991 Month
AgentShell
- AgentShell Yearly$9.991 Year
- AgentShell Life$24.99









