Termiux vs Termalin
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
Termalin
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Termalin is a fast, no-nonsense SSH client built for people who live in the terminal — and for keeping an eye on servers when you're away from your desk. TERMINAL THAT FEELS RIGHT ON A PHONE • Real SSH terminal (xterm-256color) with tabs • Extra keys row above the keyboard: Esc, Tab, Ctrl, arrows, F1–F10 — htop, mc and vim actually work • Live server stats while you're connected: CPU, memory, disk, load, network — right above the terminal • Watch grid: keep several servers on screen at once, and send a command to all of them FILES WITHOUT THE FUSS • SFTP file manager: browse, upload, download, edit • Built-in editor with syntax highlighting, word wrap and full-screen mode • FTP and S3 buckets supported too CONNECT WITHOUT COPYING KEYS AROUND • Install the Termalin Connector on a server once — then connect from any of your devices with no keys on the phone at all • Or use classic SSH keys: generate, import, sync YOUR SECRETS STAY YOURS • Hosts, keys and snippets are end-to-end encrypted with your master password before they ever leave the device • We can't read your data — and that's the point • Face ID / Touch ID unlock KEEP WATCH FROM THE HOME SCREEN • Server stats widget: CPU, memory and disk for your servers at a glance • Dynamic Island shows your active SSH sessions WORKS EVERYWHERE • iPhone and iPad (with a full desktop-style layout), plus desktop apps for macOS, Windows and Linux at termal.in • Free to use as a local SSH client. Termalin Pro adds cloud sync across devices, Connectors and session recordings. Questions? hello@termal.in — we read everything. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://termal.in/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Termiux at every 6 days against Termalin's every 3 weeks. Termiux also leads on chart position (#61 vs unranked). 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 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Termalin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Termiux ships an update every 6 days, Termalin every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Termiux | Termalin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 15.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #61 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TERMUX LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | Sviatoslav Pavlov |
In-app purchases
Termiux
- Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Monthly$12.991 Month
Termalin
- Termalin Pro$9.991 Month
- Termalin Pro (Annual)$99.991 Year









