Comparison

ConnectPro SSH Terminal vs Termova

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

Head to head
About

ConnectPro SSH Terminal

Features
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ConnectPro is a free SSH, SFTP and Telnet client for iPhone and iPad, with a built-in local terminal. No account, no ads, no subscriptions — your servers, keys and passwords stay on your device. TRY IT WITHOUT A SERVER • Local Terminal: a sandboxed shell on your device with 40+ commands (ls, cd, cat, grep, find, tree, pipes and redirects) working on the app's own files. • Demo Server: a simulated Linux server to explore the SSH terminal. SSH TERMINAL • Full xterm-256color terminal with tabs for multiple sessions • Extra key bar: Esc, Tab, Ctrl, Alt, arrows, function keys, paste • Password, keyboard-interactive and public-key authentication • Jump host (bastion) support, keep-alive, startup command per host • Automatic reconnect after network changes • 20+ color themes and adjustable font size • Session recording and playback KEYCHAIN & SECURITY • Generate Ed25519 or RSA keys, or import existing OpenSSH / PEM keys • Copy public keys to paste into authorized_keys • Passwords and private keys are stored in the iOS Keychain • Known hosts: server fingerprints are verified and changes are flagged • Face ID / Touch ID app lock and auto-lock on inactivity • Password-protected encrypted backup file (AES-256) to move to a new device SFTP FILE MANAGER • Browse, upload, download, rename and delete files and folders • Change permissions (chmod) • Transfer progress with cancel SNIPPETS & MULTI-HOST TASKS • Save frequently used commands with {{variables}} • Run a snippet on several servers at once and see each server's output and exit code PORT FORWARDING • Local (-L), remote (-R) and dynamic SOCKS5 (-D) tunnels SERVER TOOLS • Server monitor: CPU, memory, disk and network • Docker: list, start, stop, restart and inspect containers and images OPTIONAL AI ASSISTANT Use your own OpenAI or Anthropic API key, or a local Ollama server, to explain errors and suggest commands. Nothing is sent to an AI provider until you add a key and give consent. Suggested commands are always shown to you before they run. OPTIONAL VOICE COMMANDS Speak commands hands-free. The microphone is used only while voice mode is on. TELNET Connect to routers, switches and legacy devices over Telnet (unencrypted; use on trusted networks). Privacy: ConnectPro has no analytics and no tracking. See the privacy policy for details.

About

Termova

This app provides a robust SSH client for managing remote servers and infrastructure. It features fast terminals, AI-assisted workflows for complex tasks, and secure file management. Designed for professionals managing cloud, VPS, or homelab environments, it streamlines remote operations.

Highlights
  • xterm-256color compatible Terminals
  • AI-assisted Agent Console
  • Multi-Terminal workflow
  • SFTP file browser
  • Secure host key verification
  • SSH config import
Features
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Termova is the mobile SSH client built for real infrastructure work. Connect to your servers in seconds, run commands in fast xterm-256color Terminals, and stay in flow across multiple sessions. When work gets complex, switch to Agent Console to collaborate with AI agents on the same remote environment, handle approvals, and track execution in a clean, structured timeline. Whether you manage cloud servers, VPS fleets, homelab nodes, or production systems, Termova keeps remote operations fast, secure, and organized. Core capabilities: - SSH client with xterm-256color compatible Terminals - Multi-Terminal workflow with quick session switching - Agent Console for AI-assisted tasks, approvals, and run visibility - Secure host key verification with known_hosts workflow - SFTP file browser with upload/download support - Local port forwarding for secure tunnels - Jump host (bastion) support for restricted networks - SSH config import and Ed25519 key generation - Command history search, reusable snippets, and command presets - iOS Keychain credential storage with Face ID / Touch ID protection - Notifications for command completion and disconnect events Why users choose Termova: - One app for SSH client access, Terminals, and Agent Console workflows - Faster troubleshooting with less context switching - Better control over long-running remote tasks and approvals - Production-grade security with biometric-protected credentials Free and Pro: Termova includes a free tier for core SSH workflows. Termova Pro unlocks advanced features and higher limits, including unlimited profiles/sessions, expanded SFTP transfer limits, Mosh support, and additional customization controls. If you need a serious mobile SSH client with modern Terminals and an Agent Console designed for daily operations, Termova is ready. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://termova.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

ConnectPro SSH Terminal4 screens
Termova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ConnectPro SSH Terminal at none against Termova's 3. Termova's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Termova sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ConnectPro SSH Terminal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ConnectPro SSH Terminal ships an update every 5 months, Termova every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ConnectPro SSH Terminal versus Termova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnectPro SSH TerminalTermova
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB78 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFATIH BILGICharim kang

In-app purchases

None

ConnectPro SSH Terminal

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Termova

Subscriptions2
  • Terminally Pro - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Terminally Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Terminally Pro - Life-Time$149.99

Questions

Is ConnectPro SSH Terminal free?
ConnectPro SSH Terminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Termova free?
Termova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ConnectPro SSH Terminal or Termova have ads?
Neither ConnectPro SSH Terminal nor Termova shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ConnectPro SSH Terminal or Termova?
ConnectPro SSH Terminal ships an update every 5 months, and Termova every 3 days. Most recently, ConnectPro SSH Terminal was updated on October 30, 2026 and Termova on October 31, 2026.

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