Terminal & SSH vs Mobile SSH Terminal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Terminal & SSH
A powerful and intuitive client for managing multiple servers securely on the go. Execute commands, edit code with syntax highlighting, and organize sessions with ease. Designed for speed, security, and reliability for developers and administrators.
- Secure SSH connections
- Password/key authentication
- Command suggestions and history
- Built-in code editor with syntax highlighting
- Manage multiple connections
- Organize and save sessions
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SSH is a powerful and intuitive SSH client designed for developers, system administrators, and DevOps engineers who need to manage multiple servers on the go. Connect securely, execute commands, and edit code directly from your iPhone or iPad — all in one streamlined interface. Key features: - Secure SSH Connections: Quickly connect to remote servers with password or key-based authentication. - Command Suggestions: Get intelligent command suggestions and history to boost your productivity. - Built-in Code Editor: Edit configuration files or code with syntax highlighting. - Manage Multiple Connections: Organize, save, and switch between multiple SSH sessions easily. SSH is built for speed, security, and reliability — whether you’re managing cloud servers, editing remote files, or maintaining systems remotely. Stay connected. Stay productive. Privacy Policy : https://termux-studio.org/privacy-policy?name=Terminal+%26+SSH Terms of Use : https://termux-studio.org/terms-of-use?name=Terminal+%26+SSH
Mobile SSH Terminal
Securely connect to remote Linux and Unix servers from your iOS device. Offers robust security features like military-grade encryption and secure credential storage, along with powerful terminal emulation for managing servers on the go.
- Secure SSH connections with military-grade encryption
- Password and SSH key authentication support
- Generate and manage SSH keys
- Full-featured terminal emulator
- Save and manage multiple connection profiles
- Session logging and command tracking
- Dark mode support
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Mobile Terminal is a full SSH client for iPhone and iPad. Connect to your Linux and Unix servers, run commands in a real terminal, and manage the keys you connect with — all in one app. A REAL TERMINAL - xterm-compatible terminal emulator with full ANSI colour support - Scrollback, so nothing is lost when output flies past - Ctrl, Esc, Tab and arrow keys on a dedicated key row — vim, htop, tmux and nano work properly - One-tap quick commands: ls -la, pwd, cd .., top, df -h - Adjustable font size and font family, light and dark terminal themes - Pair a Bluetooth or USB keyboard — the on-screen keys step aside REMOTE FILES OVER SFTP - Browse the remote filesystem with sizes, dates and permissions - Upload and download files, and share them straight from the app - Create, rename, delete and change permissions without a command - Edit config files in place with the built-in text editor YOUR SERVERS, ONE TAP AWAY - Save connection profiles with name, host, port and username - Password or SSH key authentication, chosen per connection - Test a connection before you save it - Reconnect to any saved server in a single tap SSH KEY MANAGEMENT BUILT IN - Generate RSA key pairs (2048-bit or 4096-bit) on the device - Import an existing private key from a file, or paste it in - View SHA256 fingerprints and copy public keys to install on a server - Private keys go into the iOS Keychain — never plain text, never our servers SECURITY - Your keys and passwords stay on your device - Optional Face ID or Touch ID lock before the app opens - We never see, transmit or store your server credentials - Standard SSH protocol, straight to your server, no relay in between COMMAND HISTORY - Every command is recorded, grouped by connection - Search your history to find the command you ran last month - Export or share a session's history as a text file 21 LANGUAGES English, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Turkish, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. WHO IT IS FOR System administrators, backend and DevOps engineers, students learning Linux, self-hosters running a home lab, and anyone who has ever needed to restart a service while away from a desk. PREMIUM Mobile Terminal is a subscription app, with monthly, yearly and lifetime plans. A subscription unlocks unlimited connections, unlimited keys and unlimited terminal sessions. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless it is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel a subscription in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. REQUIREMENTS iOS 15.6 or later, and network access to the servers you connect to — port 22 or a custom port. SUPPORT Questions, bugs or feature requests: info@binaryscript.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Service are linked on the App Store product page. Mobile Terminal is built by BinaryScript.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Terminal & SSH at 50% against Mobile SSH Terminal's 0%. Terminal & SSH also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Mobile SSH Terminal's advantage is chart position (#114 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Terminal & SSH sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Mobile SSH Terminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Terminal & SSH holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Terminal & SSH has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Terminal & SSH's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mobile SSH Terminal's.
Terminal & SSH ships an update every 4 days, Mobile SSH Terminal every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Terminal & SSH | Mobile SSH Terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (21 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | #114 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | Binaryscript Private Limited |
Customer experience
Terminal & SSH
Mobile SSH Terminal
In-app purchases
Terminal & SSH
- SSH Premium3 Days trial$5.991 Month
- SSH Premium$59.991 Year
Mobile SSH Terminal
- Mobile Terminal Monthly Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Mobile Terminal Yearly Premium3 Days trial$44.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$79.99








