VVTerm vs LaunchCut
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VVTerm
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.
- 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
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VVTerm is a native SSH client for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Connect to servers with passwords or SSH keys, browse remote files over SFTP, keep your hosts in sync with iCloud, and work comfortably across Apple devices with tmux, Mosh, and tunnel support. FEATURES • Fast native terminal rendering with full color support • SSH connections with password or SSH key authentication • Remote files browser and transfers over SFTP • iCloud sync for servers and workspaces across devices • Secure storage in Keychain • Workspaces with custom colors and environment labels • Multiple tabs for simultaneous connections (Pro) • tmux integration with session picker on connect • Tailscale and Cloudflare Tunnel support • Mosh support • Zen Mode, Privacy Mode, and custom themes iPhone & iPad • Keyboard toolbar with Esc, Tab, Ctrl, arrows, and function keys • Custom toolbar actions for commands and shortcuts • Full-screen terminal optimized for iPad Pro • Unlimited workspaces and servers • Unlimited tabs • Monthly, yearly, or lifetime unlock Free includes 1 workspace, 1 server for new users, and 1 active connection. Terms of Use (EULA): https://vvterm.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://vvterm.com/privacy/
LaunchCut
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Turn your app screenshots into a clickable prototype anyone can try in their browser. Import screens from your photo library, link them with tap zones, and export a shareable interactive demo in minutes. No Mac required. No simulator. Just the screenshots you already have. LaunchCut wraps your screens in beautiful device bezels and lets you define exactly which area on each screen navigates to the next. The result is an interactive prototype that looks and feels like the real app, shareable as a single HTML file or a hosted link. Perfect for sharing work in progress, investor pitches, portfolio presentations, and app showcases. How It Works 1. Import screenshots or video clips from your photo library 2. Choose a device bezel: iPhone 17, iPad Pro, or Apple Watch 3. Add hotspots by drawing tap zones that link to the next screen 4. Reorder and arrange your flow 5. Preview Demo directly in the app 6. Export as a self-contained HTML file 7. (Pro) Publish and get a shareable demo.launchcut.app link Key Features • Device Bezels. Wrap your screens in iPhone 17, iPad Pro M5, or Apple Watch frames • Hotspot Editor. Draw tap zones that navigate between screens • Video Support. Import screen recordings and trim to the perfect clip • Self-Contained Export. Fully offline HTML file with no dependencies (Free) • Publishing and Hosted Links. Generate a shareable demo.launchcut.app link (Pro) • Transparent Backgrounds. Embed demos seamlessly on any website (Pro) • Multiple Projects. Organize demos by product or client • iPad Optimized. Full side-by-side editing layout on iPad Embed Anywhere with Transparent Backgrounds (Pro) LaunchCut Pro includes transparent background export, perfect for embedding demos directly into marketing pages, documentation, and portfolios. Your device frames blend seamlessly with gradient backgrounds, brand colors, and complex designs without color matching or awkward frames. Export transparent demos that adapt to any background: hero sections, landing pages, case studies, and more. No chroma keying, no workarounds. Just clean professional embeds that look native to your site. Free vs Pro LaunchCut is free to use with full import and HTML export capabilities. Upgrade to LaunchCut Pro to unlock: • Hosted publishing with shareable links • Transparent backgrounds for clean embeds • Easy link-based sharing (no file handling) • Record full screen versions of your demo • Future Pro-only enhancements Perfect For • Designers building portfolio case studies • Developers showcasing apps without TestFlight • Product managers collecting stakeholder feedback • Indie hackers prepping for Product Hunt or App Store launches • Teams creating onboarding walkthroughs and app tours • Marketing pages and landing pages All processing happens on your device. No accounts required for free export. No tracking. Learn more at https://launchcut.app This app uses Apple's standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://launchcut.app/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LaunchCut at daily against VVTerm's every 5 days. VVTerm's advantage is iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). 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. VVTerm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month and LaunchCut sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
VVTerm ships an update every 5 days, LaunchCut daily. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VVTerm | LaunchCut |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vivy Technologies | Andrew Hoffart |
In-app purchases
VVTerm
- Pro Monthly1 Month trial$6.491 Month
- Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$49.99
LaunchCut
- Pro$4.991 Month
- Pro - Yearly$49.991 Year









