# VVTerm vs Macky

The clearest difference is rating: VVTerm at 5.0 against Macky's 4.5. VVTerm also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 80%) and iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.6). Macky's advantage is chart position (#35 vs unranked) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VVTerm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month and Macky sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VVTerm holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of VVTerm's written reviews are positive against 80% of Macky's.

VVTerm ships an update every 5 days, Macky every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VVTerm | Macky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vvterm-native-ssh-client/id6757482822/reviews)** | [4.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macky/id6758050739/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **15** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#35** |
| Size | 56 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vivy Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852821401) | [Velosify Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1813876201) |

## What reviewers say

### VVTerm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vvterm-native-ssh-client/id6757482822)

A native SSH client for Apple devices, offering secure server connections, remote file browsing, and seamless synchronization across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Supports advanced features like tmux, Mosh, and tunneling for a comfortable remote work experience.

**Highlights:** Native SSH client for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Password and SSH key authentication, SFTP remote file browsing, iCloud sync for servers, tmux and Mosh support, Customizable themes and modes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $6.49 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### Macky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macky/id6758050739)

**Currently charting:** #35 Top Grossing · Developer Tools, #72 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Control your Mac from your iPhone with two modes: Screen Mode for full remote desktop access and Terminal Mode for command-line operations. It offers a simple, secure, and direct peer-to-peer connection without complex network configurations.

**Highlights:** Full remote Mac control, Mac screen mirroring, Direct terminal access, Peer-to-peer encrypted connection, No VPN or port forwarding required, Voice input and smart paste

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $23.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VVTerm free?

VVTerm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Macky free?

Macky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VVTerm or Macky?

VVTerm is rated higher. VVTerm averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Macky averages 4.5 from 15 ratings.

### Do VVTerm or Macky have ads?

Neither VVTerm nor Macky shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VVTerm or Macky?

VVTerm ships an update every 5 days, and Macky every 2 days. Most recently, VVTerm was updated on September 21, 2026 and Macky on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*