Comparison

Termiux vs Advanced IP Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Termiux

This app provides a full Linux terminal emulator on iOS, allowing native command-line operations without remote connections. It features a virtual keyboard, AI command generation, and customizable themes for system administration practice, script development, and more.

Highlights
  • Full terminal emulator with bash/zsh
  • Native command execution
  • Virtual keyboard with keybind support
  • AI command generator
  • Customizable themes and fonts
  • Local shell environment
Features
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Termiux – Linux Emulator & SSH, SFTP on iPHone A powerful and easy-to-use SSH, SFTP & terminal application designed for iPhone. Start working immediately with a built-in terminal experience, or securely connect to your own remote servers whenever needed. BUILT-IN TERMINAL Access a ready-to-use terminal directly from the app. Run command-line operations, navigate directories, test commands, work with scripts, and perform common terminal tasks without needing to connect to another device or server first. EXTENDED KEYBOARD Work faster with an extended keyboard designed specifically for command-line use. Quickly access commonly used keys such as: • Ctrl
 • Alt
 • Tab
 • Esc
 • Arrow keys
 • Function keys
 • Common terminal shortcuts The keyboard is optimized to make terminal interaction more comfortable on a touchscreen. TOUCH-FRIENDLY TERMINAL Interact with terminal sessions naturally using intuitive touch controls. Scroll through output, navigate sessions, select content, and work with commands through an interface designed for mobile devices. CUSTOMIZE YOUR TERMINAL Personalize your terminal to match your preferred working style. Choose from: • Multiple terminal themes
 • Different fonts • Adjustable font sizes
 • Custom backgrounds
 • Appearance preferences • Terminal display settings Create a workspace that feels comfortable for both quick commands and longer sessions. FAST & SECURE SSH CONNECTIONS Connect to your own remote servers through SSH quickly and securely. Create and manage server profiles for faster access while keeping connection information securely stored on your device. Important server and connection details are displayed clearly, making it easy to identify, manage, and reconnect to your hosts. SFTP FILE BROWSER Browse files and folders on your remote servers using the integrated SFTP file browser. You can: • Browse remote directories
 • View files
 • Navigate folders
 • Access server content • Manage files alongside terminal sessions Terminal access and remote file browsing are available together in one convenient application. CLEAR & INTUITIVE INTERFACE The interface is designed to provide powerful terminal functionality while remaining simple and easy to understand. Connection information, server details, terminal sessions, files, and important status information are presented clearly for quick access. BUILT FOR MOBILE WORKFLOWS Useful for: • Command-line operations • SSH server access
 • Server administration
 • Script development and testing
 • Git workflows
 • File system navigation
 • Remote file access through SFTP • Network diagnostics • Development and server management Whether you want to use the built-in terminal or securely access your own remote infrastructure, Terminal for iPhone provides a practical command-line workspace directly on your device. Terms of Use:
https://termux-studio.org/terms-of-use Privacy Policy:
https://termux-studio.org/privacy-policy

About

Advanced IP Scanner

This app provides essential network tools for scanning LANs, viewing IP and Wi-Fi details, and performing ping tests. It's designed for quick network discovery, debugging, and connectivity checks, offering both dark and light themes.

Highlights
  • LAN and custom IP range scanning
  • Device discovery with ping times
  • Local and public IP information
  • Wi-Fi network analysis
  • Host ping tests
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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Advanced IP Scanner puts essential network tools in your pocket. Scan your LAN for devices, view detailed IP and Wi‑Fi info, and run ping tests—ideal for developers, admins, and anyone debugging or checking network connectivity. ► IP Scanner • Scan your current subnet or a custom IP range (start and end address). • Discover devices on the network with IP and round‑trip ping time; hostnames shown when available. • See scan progress and cancel anytime; search or filter the device list. • Refresh current network info (local IP, subnet) before scanning. ► IP Info • View local connection details: local IP, gateway, SSID, and related network info. • Fetch public IP and geolocation: ISP, organization, country, region, city, time zone, and more. • See flags like mobile, proxy/VPN, and hosting; refresh local or public info separately. ► Wi‑Fi Analyzer • View your connected Wi‑Fi network details: SSID, BSSID, local IP, gateway, and subnet mask. • Refresh to update connection info. ► Ping • Ping any host (domain or IP) to check reachability and latency. • Set the number of pings (1–100) and see results with round‑trip times in a clear log. ► General • Dark and light theme. • Portrait-oriented layout for one-handed use. • No account required. Free to use, with ads to support development. Built for quick LAN discovery, network debugging, and connectivity checks—handy for home labs, offices, and developers.

Screenshots

Termiux4 screens
Advanced IP Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Termiux at none against Advanced IP Scanner's shown. Termiux also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Advanced IP Scanner's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 20%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, in-app purchases and chart position 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. Termiux sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Advanced IP Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 — 4.5 for Termiux against 4.4 for Advanced IP Scanner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 43 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 20% of Termiux's written reviews are positive against 33% of Advanced IP Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Termiux ships an update weekly, Advanced IP Scanner monthly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Termiux versus Advanced IP Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermiuxAdvanced IP Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (12 ratings) — better4.4 (43 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1243 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#51 — better#106
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB29 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperTERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYChun Yu Leung

Customer experience

Termiux

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative73.3%

Advanced IP Scanner

All ratings43 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral7.0%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Termiux

Subscriptions1
  • Termiux Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Termiux Pro Lifetime$39.99
1 purchases

Advanced IP Scanner

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Termiux free?
Termiux is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Advanced IP Scanner free?
Advanced IP Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Termiux or Advanced IP Scanner?
Termiux is rated higher. Termiux averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Advanced IP Scanner averages 4.4 from 43 ratings.
Do Termiux or Advanced IP Scanner have ads?
Advanced IP Scanner shows ads; Termiux does not.
Which is updated more often, Termiux or Advanced IP Scanner?
Termiux ships an update weekly, and Advanced IP Scanner monthly. Most recently, Termiux was updated on November 5, 2026 and Advanced IP Scanner on November 5, 2026.
Which is more popular, Termiux or Advanced IP Scanner?
Termiux currently peaks at #51 in the App Store charts, and Advanced IP Scanner at #106. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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