Termiux vs TermLink
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Full terminal emulator with bash/zsh
- Native command execution
- Virtual keyboard with keybind support
- AI command generator
- Customizable themes and fonts
- Local shell environment
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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
TermLink
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TermLink brings your Mac tmux sessions to iPhone with a real, interactive ANSI terminal—not a screenshot or text dump. Run the free TermLink Agent on your Mac, scan the pairing QR code with this app, and attach to your tmux session from home Wi‑Fi, office networks, or cellular. Your window layout, colors, cursor, and scroll regions stay intact. Vim, htop, lazygit, ncdu, Python REPL, and every other tool in tmux works exactly as it does at your desk. WHY TERMLINK • Real terminal streaming — raw ANSI/VT100 bytes, full ncurses support • Zero network setup — no public IP, port forwarding, VPN, or SSH keys • QR pairing in seconds — one-time token; trusted devices reconnect instantly • End-to-end encrypted — secure P2P connections via Iroh • Attach any tmux session — default or termlink -t mysession on your Mac • Saved Agents — reconnect to paired Macs with one tap BUILT FOR PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN TMUX • Monitor ML training logs and GPU status without opening your laptop • Manage a headless Mac mini or homelab from your phone • Check deploy logs during on-call or incident response • Keep your dev environment on the Mac; use iPhone as a portable terminal • Step away from your desk without losing your session HOW IT WORKS 1. Install the TermLink Mac Agent (free CLI at termlink.vip) 2. Run termlink — it attaches to tmux and displays a pairing QR code 3. Open TermLink on iPhone, tap Scan Pairing QR, and scan the code 4. Your iPhone is added to the Mac's trusted device list 5. Reconnect anytime from Saved Agents — no rescan needed REQUIREMENTS • TermLink Mac Agent (macOS 13+, tmux installed) • iPhone or iPad running iOS 17.5 or later • Camera access for QR pairing (first-time setup only) TermLink Pro is an auto-renewable monthly subscription (vip.termlink.pro.monthly). Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://termlink.vip/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Termiux at #33 against TermLink's unranked. Termiux also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Termiux sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TermLink sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Termiux | TermLink |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #33 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | 治 宋 |
In-app purchases
Termiux
- Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Monthly$12.991 Month
- Termiux Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Termiux Pro Lifetime$39.99
TermLink
- TermLink Pro1 Month trial$4.991 Month









