Comparison

Mobile SSH Terminal vs Python Editor

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: info@binaryscript.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Service are linked on the App Store product page. Mobile Terminal is built by BinaryScript.

About

Python Editor

Features
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Write, run, debug, and manage Python projects anywhere with Python Editor — a powerful, professional Python IDE designed for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're learning Python, building automation scripts, developing web applications, analysing data, or working on machine learning projects, Python Editor provides everything you need in one modern mobile development environment. Enjoy a fast, native code editor with intelligent syntax highlighting, autocomplete, code navigation, project management, integrated Python runtime, debugging tools, Git support, package management, and much more. Create scripts, build complete applications, manage virtual environments, and work with popular Python libraries directly from your iOS device. Features • Professional Python code editor • Run Python scripts locally • Integrated Python 3 interpreter • Smart code completion and IntelliSense • Syntax highlighting for multiple languages • Project and workspace management • Multi-tab editing • Split editor support • Code folding and minimap • Search and replace across projects • Auto indentation and code formatting • Built-in terminal and interactive Python REPL • Breakpoints and advanced debugging tools • Integrated Git client with commit, push, pull, branches, and history • Package manager with pip support • Virtual environments (venv) • Jupyter Notebook support • Markdown editor and live preview • Unit testing with unittest and pytest • Linting and code quality analysis • Support for Flask, FastAPI, Django, NumPy, Pandas, Requests, OpenCV, Matplotlib, and more • Import and export projects easily • iCloud Drive and Files app integration • External keyboard shortcuts for iPad • Dark Mode and Light Mode • Widgets and Shortcuts support • Optimised for iPhone and iPad Built for Every Python Developer Whether you're a beginner writing your first "Hello World" program or an experienced developer managing large Python projects, Python Editor delivers a fast, reliable, and intuitive coding experience. Work on automation scripts, web APIs, data science notebooks, educational projects, backend services, and more—all from your mobile device. We currently offer the following auto-renewing subscription option: - $34.99 per year - $7.99 per month By subscribing you get unlimited access to effects and remove advertisement. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.atlantismobileapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.atlantismobileapps.com

Screenshots

Mobile SSH Terminal4 screens
Python Editor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Python Editor at none against Mobile SSH Terminal's shown. Mobile SSH Terminal's advantage is chart position (#113 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and in-app purchases 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 Python Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Mobile SSH Terminal versus Python Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile SSH TerminalPython Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#113 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinaryscript Private LimitedNguyen Nam Giang

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
3 purchases

Python Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Python Editor Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Python Editor Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Python Editor Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Mobile SSH Terminal free?
Mobile SSH Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Python Editor free?
Python Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mobile SSH Terminal or Python Editor have ads?
Mobile SSH Terminal shows ads; Python Editor does not.

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