Comparison

VVTerm vs SMS Gateway

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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/

About

SMS Gateway

Features
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SMS Gateway يحوّل جهازك إلى بوابة إرسال رسائل نصية عبر الشبكة المحلية. يشغّل التطبيق سيرفر HTTP داخلي يستقبل طلبات الإرسال من أي جهاز على نفس الشبكة، ويرسلها تلقائياً عبر اختصار Siri المثبت على الجهاز دون أي تدخل يدوي. مثالي للمطورين وأصحاب المشاريع اللي يحتاجون إرسال رسائل SMS برمجياً من أنظمتهم.

Screenshots

VVTerm4 screens
SMS Gateway3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMS Gateway at none against VVTerm's 3. VVTerm's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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. VVTerm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month. SMS Gateway asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VVTerm ships an update every 5 days, SMS Gateway every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
VVTerm versus SMS Gateway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVVTermSMS Gateway
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVivy TechnologiesAseel Sherwani

In-app purchases

3 purchases

VVTerm

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly1 Month trial$6.491 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$49.99
None

SMS Gateway

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VVTerm free?
VVTerm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SMS Gateway free?
SMS Gateway is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VVTerm or SMS Gateway have ads?
Neither VVTerm nor SMS Gateway shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VVTerm or SMS Gateway?
VVTerm ships an update every 5 days, and SMS Gateway every 3 days. Most recently, VVTerm was updated on September 21, 2026 and SMS Gateway on September 10, 2026.

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