Comparison

Termova vs Rafter Homelab Console

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

Head to head
About

Termova

This app provides a robust SSH client for managing remote servers and infrastructure. It features fast terminals, AI-assisted workflows for complex tasks, and secure file management. Designed for professionals managing cloud, VPS, or homelab environments, it streamlines remote operations.

Highlights
  • xterm-256color compatible Terminals
  • AI-assisted Agent Console
  • Multi-Terminal workflow
  • SFTP file browser
  • Secure host key verification
  • SSH config import
Features
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Termova is the mobile SSH client built for real infrastructure work. Connect to your servers in seconds, run commands in fast xterm-256color Terminals, and stay in flow across multiple sessions. When work gets complex, switch to Agent Console to collaborate with AI agents on the same remote environment, handle approvals, and track execution in a clean, structured timeline. Whether you manage cloud servers, VPS fleets, homelab nodes, or production systems, Termova keeps remote operations fast, secure, and organized. Core capabilities: - SSH client with xterm-256color compatible Terminals - Multi-Terminal workflow with quick session switching - Agent Console for AI-assisted tasks, approvals, and run visibility - Secure host key verification with known_hosts workflow - SFTP file browser with upload/download support - Local port forwarding for secure tunnels - Jump host (bastion) support for restricted networks - SSH config import and Ed25519 key generation - Command history search, reusable snippets, and command presets - iOS Keychain credential storage with Face ID / Touch ID protection - Notifications for command completion and disconnect events Why users choose Termova: - One app for SSH client access, Terminals, and Agent Console workflows - Faster troubleshooting with less context switching - Better control over long-running remote tasks and approvals - Production-grade security with biometric-protected credentials Free and Pro: Termova includes a free tier for core SSH workflows. Termova Pro unlocks advanced features and higher limits, including unlimited profiles/sessions, expanded SFTP transfer limits, Mosh support, and additional customization controls. If you need a serious mobile SSH client with modern Terminals and an Agent Console designed for daily operations, Termova is ready. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://termova.app/privacy-policy

About

Rafter Homelab Console

Features
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Rafter is an iOS console for homelabs and self-hosted servers. Connect to your own Linux boxes over SSH, check Docker containers, watch system status, and keep an eye on Uptime Kuma monitors from one clean app. Built for people running Raspberry Pis, NAS boxes, low-end VPSs, and Tailscale networks at home. What Rafter does: • Save SSH hosts securely • Open a native SSH terminal • Manage Docker containers over SSH • View CPU, memory, disk, network, uptime, and processes • Import hosts from Tailscale using read-only credentials • View Uptime Kuma monitor status • Store credentials in iOS Keychain Rafter is local-first. There is no Rafter account and no Rafter backend. Your SSH credentials stay on your device. Network requests go only to hosts and services you configure, plus purchase services for Rafter Pro. Free includes up to 3 hosts. Rafter Pro unlocks unlimited hosts and network integrations. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://rafter.maro.study/privacy

Screenshots

Termova4 screens
Rafter Homelab Console4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Termova at 13.0 against Rafter Homelab Console's 17.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Termova sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Rafter Homelab Console sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Termova versus Rafter Homelab Console: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermovaRafter Homelab Console
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerharim kangMAROUANE HACHEMI BOUMILA

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Termova

Subscriptions2
  • Terminally Pro - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Terminally Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Terminally Pro - Life-Time$149.99
1 purchases

Rafter Homelab Console

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Termova free?
Termova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rafter Homelab Console free?
Rafter Homelab Console is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Termova or Rafter Homelab Console have ads?
Neither Termova nor Rafter Homelab Console shows ads.

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