Comparison

Termiux vs CodeSnippets

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

CodeSnippets

Features
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Tired of digging through old projects for that one useful piece of code? CodeSnippets is your personal code library — always organized, always ready, and completely private. SAVE ANY CODE Paste or type snippets in 20+ programming languages — Swift, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, Java, Kotlin, HTML, CSS, SQL, Bash, Ruby, PHP, C#, C++, Dart, YAML, JSON, Markdown, R, and Lua. Every snippet gets automatic syntax highlighting for keywords, strings, comments, and numbers. COPY IN ONE TAP Need that snippet back? Tap once to copy it straight to your clipboard, with haptic confirmation and a "Copied!" toast. No digging through old files, no switching apps. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Group snippets into custom collections, add tags for quick filtering, star your favorites, and pin the ones you reach for most. Full-text search finds any snippet by title, code, description, or tag in an instant. BUILT FOR DEVELOPERS • Monospace code display with optional line numbers and word wrap • Swipe left to delete, swipe right to copy • Share a snippet as text or export it as a file with the correct extension • Dashboard with recent snippets, pinned favorites, and a language breakdown • Works great on iPhone and iPad PRIVACY FIRST No account required. Every snippet is stored on your device — nothing is uploaded anywhere unless you choose to export it yourself. FREE TO START • Up to 20 snippets • 5 languages (Swift, Python, JavaScript, HTML, Bash) • Full-text search, one-tap copy, favorites, and pinning CODESNIPPETS PREMIUM: • Unlimited snippets • All 22 supported languages • Custom collections with your own names, icons, and colors • Statistics tab — language breakdown, weekly activity, and your saving streak • JSON library export and import — move your whole snippet library between devices • Single-file export with the correct file extension • Ad-free experience Choose the plan that fits: $2.99/month, $29.99/year, or a one-time $99.99 purchase for lifetime access with no recurring charge. Download CodeSnippets and keep every useful piece of code you write within one tap's reach. Auto-renewable subscription. Payment charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID Subscription settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tabishapps.com/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Termiux4 screens
CodeSnippets4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Termiux at none against CodeSnippets's shown. Termiux also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#50 vs unranked). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Termiux sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and CodeSnippets sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Termiux ships an update weekly, CodeSnippets every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Termiux versus CodeSnippets: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermiuxCodeSnippets
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#50 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYTabish Hassan

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Termiux

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Termiux Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Termiux Pro Lifetime$39.99
1 purchases

CodeSnippets

Subscriptions1
  • CodeSnippets Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Termiux free?
Termiux is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeSnippets free?
CodeSnippets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Termiux or CodeSnippets have ads?
CodeSnippets shows ads; Termiux does not.
Which is updated more often, Termiux or CodeSnippets?
Termiux ships an update weekly, and CodeSnippets every 2 months. Most recently, Termiux was updated on October 28, 2026 and CodeSnippets on October 25, 2026.

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