Comparison

QuickPort Terminal vs TerminalCat

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

Head to head
About

QuickPort Terminal

Features
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QuickPort is a lightweight terminal client for developers and engineers. Connect your iOS device to a local target over your network via WebSocket, send commands, and view real-time output. Built for privacy and reliability • No accounts, no tracking, no ads • No cloud storage of your terminal data • All data stays on your device and the local device you connect to Use QuickPort for embedded bring-up, lab work, field diagnostics, and quick checks on the go.

About

TerminalCat

Features
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TerminalCat: Terminal in your pocket TerminalCat is a mobile SSH client for iPhone. Connect securely to remote servers and work from anywhere. [Key Features] ▸ SSH Connections Access remote servers over secure encrypted connections. Password authentication is supported. ▸ Multi-Host Support Connect to multiple servers simultaneously and switch between them instantly using tabs. ▸ Native tmux Integration Manage tmux sessions and windows as tabs. TerminalCat supports ANSI colors and persistent sessions, allowing you to continue working after reconnecting. ▸ SFTP File Browser Browse directories and download files from remote servers. ▸ File Upload Upload files directly to your server from the camera, photo library, or Files app. ▸ Mobile-Optimized Keyboard Use dedicated Ctrl, Alt, Tab, Escape, and arrow keys for efficient terminal operation. ▸ Dark Theme A dark interface designed for comfortable terminal work. ▸ Languages Available in English and Japanese. The language can follow your device settings or be selected manually. [Account] Sign in with Apple, Google, or email. You can also start as a guest and link your account later from Settings. [Subscription] TerminalCat Premium unlocks all features. ▸ Monthly and annual auto-renewable plans ▸ A free trial may be available to eligible users ▸ Cancel anytime Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription from your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://terminalcat.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://terminalcat.com/privacy-policy Support: https://terminalcat.com/support

Screenshots

QuickPort Terminal2 screens
TerminalCat3 screens

Verdict

The call

QuickPort Terminal and TerminalCat are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
QuickPort Terminal versus TerminalCat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickPort TerminalTerminalCat
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMira Labs EOODTsuyoshi Yonemoto

In-app purchases

None

QuickPort Terminal

No in-app purchases

None

TerminalCat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QuickPort Terminal free?
QuickPort Terminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TerminalCat free?
TerminalCat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do QuickPort Terminal or TerminalCat have ads?
Neither QuickPort Terminal nor TerminalCat shows ads.

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