Comparison

Mobile SSH Terminal vs Opsivo

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

Head to head
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 19 LANGUAGES English, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Turkish, 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: support@binaryscript.com Privacy Policy: https://binaryscript.com/ssh-terminal/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Mobile Terminal is built by BinaryScript.

About

Opsivo

Manage servers and containers remotely with secure SSH connections and Docker controls. Monitor services, execute commands, and view container status visually. Ideal for DevOps engineers and developers needing efficient remote access.

Highlights
  • SSH Terminal access
  • Docker container management
  • Visual container status
  • Secure server access
  • Remote command execution
Features
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Opsivo lets you manage servers and containers anytime, anywhere. Whether you are a DevOps engineer or developer, you can quickly connect to remote terminals, execute commands, and monitor services with ease. Key Features: - SSH Terminal: Securely connect multiple servers with password or key authentication. - Docker Management: Start, stop, view logs, and manage images in one place. - Visual Operations: Graphical container status for easier management. - Data Security: Strict encryption ensures safe server access. Use Cases: - Remote server management and maintenance - Docker container monitoring and operation - Developer testing and debugging Download now and experience safe, efficient remote management! Terms for Use (EULA):https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy:https://tinybrief.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Mobile SSH Terminal4 screens
Opsivo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Opsivo at 5.0 against Mobile SSH Terminal's 4.3. Mobile SSH Terminal's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#54 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Mobile SSH Terminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month and Opsivo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Opsivo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile SSH Terminal has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, Opsivo every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Mobile SSH Terminal versus Opsivo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile SSH TerminalOpsivo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#54 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinaryscript Private Limited志煌 谢

Customer experience

Mobile SSH Terminal

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Opsivo

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Mobile SSH Terminal

Subscriptions2
  • Mobile Terminal Monthly Premium3 Days trial$9.001 Month
  • Mobile Terminal Yearly Premium3 Days trial$56.001 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$119.00
4 purchases

Opsivo

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Mobile SSH Terminal free?
Mobile SSH Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Opsivo free?
Opsivo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile SSH Terminal or Opsivo?
Opsivo is rated higher. Mobile SSH Terminal averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Opsivo averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Mobile SSH Terminal or Opsivo have ads?
Opsivo shows ads; Mobile SSH Terminal does not.
Which is updated more often, Mobile SSH Terminal or Opsivo?
Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, and Opsivo every 4 days. Most recently, Mobile SSH Terminal was updated on November 9, 2026 and Opsivo on October 31, 2026.

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