Comparison

Mobile SSH Terminal vs Visual Claude

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

Visual Claude

A mobile IDE offering a professional code editor with syntax highlighting and multi-tab management. Includes an AI assistant for code analysis, debugging, and optimization, plus GitHub integration for seamless source control.

Highlights
  • Professional code editor with syntax highlighting
  • AI assistant for code analysis and optimization
  • Multi-tab file management
  • GitHub source control integration
  • Project management and file explorer
  • Customizable interface
Features
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Visual Claude is a comprehensive code editor and Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that brings the power of programming to your mobile device. Whether you are making a quick edit or managing a complex project, the app provides all the professional tools you need. KEY FEATURES: PROFESSIONAL CODE EDITOR Syntax highlighting for various popular programming languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and more. Smooth coding experience with quick Find and Replace capabilities across your files. Multi-tab management allowing you to switch between files instantly with a single tap. SMART AI ASSISTANT Powerful built-in AI helps you analyze, explain, and optimize your code right from the file explorer. Ask AI: Ask programming questions directly, debug errors, and receive instant auto-generated code transformations to accelerate your workflow. PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND FILE EXPLORER Easily manage directories and create new projects using built-in templates. Open, edit, and organize various file formats including standard text, images, and binary data. SOURCE CONTROL INTEGRATION (GITHUB) Connect directly to GitHub securely via your Personal Access Token (PAT). Browse your repositories, clone code to your device, and make direct changes without any hassle or need for external tools. CUSTOMIZATION AND PERSONALIZATION Experience a modern, intuitive interface featuring a comprehensive Sidebar, Activity Bar, and Status Bar. Access premium features seamlessly to elevate your coding environment without interrupting your sessions. Start your mobile coding journey today with Anticode - the ultimate tool for developers, IT students, and tech enthusiasts. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mobile SSH Terminal4 screens
Visual Claude4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mobile SSH Terminal at none against Visual Claude's shown. Visual Claude's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 4). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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 Visual Claude sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Mobile SSH Terminal against 4.1 for Visual Claude. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 16 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, Visual Claude every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Mobile SSH Terminal versus Visual Claude: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile SSH TerminalVisual Claude
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.1 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings416 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#169#148 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinaryscript Private LimitedDiep Huu Kha

Customer experience

Mobile SSH Terminal

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

Visual Claude

All ratings16 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral6.3%
Negative18.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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
3 purchases

Visual Claude

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Visual AI Pro Lifetime$119.99

Questions

Is Mobile SSH Terminal free?
Mobile SSH Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Visual Claude free?
Visual Claude is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile SSH Terminal or Visual Claude?
Visual Claude is rated higher. Mobile SSH Terminal averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Visual Claude averages 4.1 from 16 ratings.
Do Mobile SSH Terminal or Visual Claude have ads?
Visual Claude shows ads; Mobile SSH Terminal does not.
Which is updated more often, Mobile SSH Terminal or Visual Claude?
Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, and Visual Claude every 6 days. Most recently, Mobile SSH Terminal was updated on October 30, 2026 and Visual Claude on October 31, 2026.
Which is more popular, Mobile SSH Terminal or Visual Claude?
Mobile SSH Terminal currently peaks at #169 in the App Store charts, and Visual Claude at #148. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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