Comparison

Terminal & SSH vs Mobile SSH Terminal

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Secure SSH connections
  • Password/key authentication
  • Command suggestions and history
  • Built-in code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Manage multiple connections
  • Organize and save sessions
Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

Screenshots

Terminal & SSH4 screens
Mobile SSH Terminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Terminal & SSH versus Mobile SSH Terminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTerminal & SSHMobile SSH Terminal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (21 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings21 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank—#114 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYBinaryscript Private Limited

Customer experience

Terminal & SSH

All ratings21 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Mobile SSH Terminal

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Terminal & SSH

Subscriptions2
  • SSH Premium3 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • SSH Premium$59.991 Year
3 purchases

Mobile SSH Terminal

Subscriptions2
  • Mobile Terminal Monthly Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Mobile Terminal Yearly Premium3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$79.99

Questions

Is Terminal & SSH free?
Terminal & SSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile SSH Terminal free?
Mobile SSH Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Terminal & SSH or Mobile SSH Terminal?
Terminal & SSH is rated higher. Terminal & SSH averages 4.6 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Mobile SSH Terminal averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Terminal & SSH or Mobile SSH Terminal have ads?
Mobile SSH Terminal shows ads; Terminal & SSH does not.
Which is updated more often, Terminal & SSH or Mobile SSH Terminal?
Terminal & SSH ships an update every 4 days, and Mobile SSH Terminal every 10 days. Most recently, Terminal & SSH was updated on September 20, 2026 and Mobile SSH Terminal on September 15, 2026.

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