Comparison

CMD vs Penny

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

Head to head
About

CMD

This app transforms your mobile device into a professional network diagnostic terminal. It offers essential command-line tools for system administrators, network engineers, and developers to troubleshoot and manage networks on the go.

Highlights
  • Network diagnostic tools (PING, TRACEROUTE, IPCONFIG)
  • SSH client for server management
  • Port scanning and WHOIS lookups
  • LAN device discovery
  • Retro terminal interface
  • Smart input with accessory bar
  • Local diagnostics and privacy focus
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional network diagnostic terminal. CMD: Command Prompt brings the power of the desktop command line to your mobile device, designed specifically for system administrators, network engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts who need reliable toolsets on the go. PROFESSIONAL NETWORK TOOLS Forgot your laptop? No problem. Diagnosing network issues has never been easier with our suite of essential commands: PING: Check host reachability and latency in real-time. Supports continuous ping (-t) and custom payload sizes logic. TRACEROUTE (TRACERT): Visualize the path your packets take across the internet. Identify bottlenecks and routing loops instantly. IPCONFIG / MYIP: View detailed local network configuration (LAN IP, Subnet) and your public WAN IP address with one tap. PORT SCAN: Audit server security by scanning open TCP ports (80, 443, 22, etc.) on any target. WHOIS: Perform deep lookups on domain names and IP addresses to find registration and ownership data. DNS LOOKUP (NSLOOKUP): Resolve domain names to IP addresses quickly to verify DNS propagation. LAN SCAN: Discover all active devices on your local Wi-Fi network. TERMINAL EXPERIENCE Authentic UI: Retro-style green-on-black terminal interface for that true hacker feel. Smart Input: Accessory bar with Arrow Keys, CTRL+C interrupt, and Tab completion helpers. History: Scroll back through output just like a real console. SSH Explorer Transform your Linux server management with our powerful SSH tool. With full support for secure protocols, the ability to save multiple connection profiles, and direct access to server command history, you can connect to and manage your systems anytime, anywhere. Our intelligent terminal features interactive command support, providing a smooth and fast experience for executing both automated and manual commands, ensuring real-time monitoring of your infrastructure PRIVACY FOCUSED CMD runs all diagnostics locally on your device or via standard internet protocols. We do not track your commands, log your targets, or store your history. Your data is yours. DESIGNED FOR iOS Fast: Built with native Swift for maximum performance. Offline First: Many tools work simply with your local connection. Modern: Supports Light/Dark mode (though Dark Mode is recommended for the true terminal vibe!). Whether you are fixing the office Wi-Fi, debugging a server, or just curious about your network connection, CMD is the only tool you need. Download CMD: Command Prompt today and take control of your network.

About

Penny

Code from anywhere using your phone with this app. Connect to your VS Code instances, chat with AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot, and manage multiple projects seamlessly. Enjoy real-time synchronization and a simple setup process.

Highlights
  • Remote VS Code access
  • AI chat with GitHub Copilot
  • Manage multiple VS Code instances
  • Real-time synchronization
  • Simple setup via extension
  • Supports GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet
Features
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Penny puts your VS Code in your pocket. Install the free Penny extension in VS Code, pair it with this app in seconds, and you're coding from anywhere: the couch, the commute, or the coffee shop. CHAT WITH GITHUB COPILOT Send natural-language prompts to your VS Code instances and get AI-powered responses straight to your phone. Penny works with GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, o3-mini, and every model your Copilot subscription supports. MANAGE MULTIPLE INSTANCES Running VS Code at home and at the office? Switch between instances instantly and keep all of them visible from a single screen. REAL-TIME CONNECTION Penny uses a secure WebSocket relay so your phone and VS Code stay in sync. Commands execute in real time, no polling, no delays. SIMPLE SETUP 1. Install the Penny extension from the VS Code Marketplace (free) 2. Sign in with your GitHub account on both devices 3. Pair your phone using the 6-character link code and you are done REQUIREMENTS - A GitHub account - GitHub Copilot subscription (required for AI chat features) - VS Code 1.90 or later with the Penny extension installed

Screenshots

CMD3 screens
Penny4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CMD at 95% against Penny's 0%. CMD also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). Penny's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CMD holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CMD has 123 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of CMD's written reviews are positive against 0% of Penny's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CMD ships an update every 10 days, Penny every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
CMD versus Penny: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCMDPenny
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (123 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews94.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings123 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
Best chart rank#122 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSunandan Sekhar DasBradley Logan

Customer experience

CMD

All ratings76 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive94.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.4%

Penny

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

CMD

No in-app purchases

None

Penny

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CMD free?
CMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Penny free?
Penny is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CMD or Penny?
CMD is rated higher. CMD averages 4.9 out of 5 from 123 ratings, while Penny averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CMD or Penny have ads?
CMD shows ads; Penny does not.
Which is updated more often, CMD or Penny?
CMD ships an update every 10 days, and Penny every 3 months. Most recently, CMD was updated on November 5, 2026 and Penny on October 31, 2026.

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