Comparison

Mobile SSH Terminal vs Termiux

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 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: 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

Termiux

This app provides secure remote access to servers via SSH, SFTP, and FTP. It offers a desktop-class terminal experience for managing Linux, VPS, and cloud instances directly from a mobile device.

Highlights
  • SSH terminal for remote server access
  • FTP and SFTP client for secure file transfers
  • Multi-session terminal connections
  • Discover nearby SSH-supported devices
  • Fast and lightweight command-line interface
  • Manage Linux, VPS, and cloud servers
Features
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Termiux is a powerful SSH client and terminal designed for developers, system administrators, and engineers who need secure remote access to their servers. Connect to Linux servers, VPS, cloud instances, and remote machines directly from your iPhone or iPad. With a fast and lightweight terminal interface, Termiux makes it easy to manage servers, transfer files, and execute commands from anywhere. Secure Remote Access Connect to your servers using secure SSH connections with full terminal support. Manage your infrastructure, run shell commands, and monitor systems directly from your mobile device. Built-in FTP & SFTP Client Transfer files between your device and remote servers using FTP and SFTP. Upload, download, and manage files securely without needing additional tools. Desktop-Class Terminal Enjoy a smooth command-line experience with a responsive terminal built for mobile productivity. Key Features - SSH terminal for remote server access - FTP and SFTP client for secure file transfers - Multi-session terminal connections - Discover nearby SSH-supported devices over Wi-Fi. - Fast and lightweight command-line interface - Secure authentication for remote hosts - Manage Linux, VPS, and cloud servers - Built for developers, DevOps, and system administrators Designed for Developers Whether you’re managing servers, deploying applications, or troubleshooting infrastructure, Termiux gives you the tools to stay productive on the go. Terms of use: https://termiux.webideapp.com/pages/terms/index.html Support: termiux@webideapp.com Access your servers anywhere and control your infrastructure directly from your mobile device.

Screenshots

Mobile SSH Terminal4 screens
Termiux4 screens

Verdict

The call

Mobile SSH Terminal and Termiux both sit at 3.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Termiux's written reviews are positive against 0% of Mobile SSH Terminal's. Mobile SSH Terminal's advantage is chart position (#151 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume 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 $4.99 per month and Termiux sells 2 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for Mobile SSH Terminal against 3.0 for Termiux. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Mobile SSH Terminal's written reviews are positive against 50% of Termiux's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, Termiux every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Mobile SSH Terminal versus Termiux: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile SSH TerminalTermiux
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#151 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinaryscript Private LimitedTahmiez Sandaim

Customer experience

Mobile SSH Terminal

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Termiux

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

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
2 purchases

Termiux

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock Pro Features - Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Unlock Pro Features - Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Mobile SSH Terminal free?
Mobile SSH Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Termiux free?
Termiux is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile SSH Terminal or Termiux?
Mobile SSH Terminal and Termiux are both rated 3.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Mobile SSH Terminal or Termiux have ads?
Neither Mobile SSH Terminal nor Termiux shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mobile SSH Terminal or Termiux?
Mobile SSH Terminal ships an update weekly, and Termiux every 4 days. Most recently, Mobile SSH Terminal was updated on October 2, 2026 and Termiux on October 15, 2026.

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