MonkeySSH vs Linux Command and Terminal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MonkeySSH
This app provides a mobile SSH workspace for agentic coding, allowing users to connect to servers, manage remote windows, and resume coding sessions. It features a robust terminal, file browsing, port forwarding, and secure SSH key management for modern remote development.
- Mobile terminal with advanced features
- MonkeyMux and tmux remote window management
- Agent workflows for coding assistants
- SFTP workspace for file management
- SSH key management
- Port forwarding with in-app browser
- Local-first security with biometrics
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Run coding agents on your own servers from iPhone or iPad. MonkeySSH puts native agent conversations, a full SSH terminal, MonkeyMux or tmux windows, and SFTP in one remote workspace. Choose the right view for each task: - Chat with supported agents in native windows with streaming replies, tool progress, plans, diffs, permission prompts, images, attachments, slash commands, and session history. Model and mode controls depend on the agent. Get notified when an agent finishes or needs permission. - Switch to the full terminal whenever you need direct CLI control, xterm-256color, inline images, gestures, modifier keys, function keys, macros, or IME-friendly typing. - Keep agent and shell work running in persistent MonkeyMux windows. Reconnect, switch windows, and share the same session with your desktop. - Launch Claude Code, Copilot CLI, Codex, OpenCode, Antigravity, Cursor Agent, Pi, Hermes, OpenClaw, Grok Build, and Muse Code, find recent project-scoped sessions, and save launch presets per host. - Manage agent CLIs and ACP adapters on a host with Agent Management. Check versions, install or repair supported packages, and update supported installations together. See account usage, remaining allowances, and reset times when available. A dot on the terminal menu flags available updates. - Browse, upload, download, create, and edit remote files over SFTP. - Generate or import Ed25519 and RSA keys, verify host keys, use jump hosts, and cancel slow connection attempts. - Forward remote ports, manage live tunnels, and open forwarded services in the in-app browser. - Save snippets, macros, home-screen shortcuts, and per-host startup settings for repeat work. Your hosts, keys, snippets, and settings stay on your device. PIN and biometric lock are available, and MonkeySSH does not require cloud sync. Optional analytics and crash reports are off by default and exclude commands, terminal output, paths, hostnames, usernames, clipboard contents, and credentials. SSH, terminal, SFTP, one connected native chat, and the choice between native and terminal agent windows are free. MonkeySSH Pro adds parallel native chats with instant switching and session forks, agent launch presets and recent-session discovery, Agent Management and supported-agent usage rings in MonkeyMux, auto-connect automation, encrypted transfers and migration packages, and host-specific themes. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://github.com/depollsoft/MonkeySSH/blob/main/docs/privacy-policy.md
Linux Command and Terminal
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A complete Linux command reference that works entirely offline, plus a real bash session when you need one. THE COMMAND LIBRARY — FREE, OFFLINE • 8,928 commands with descriptions, syntax and options • Runnable examples for every command • 30 curated topics: files, networking, git, ssh, text processing, compression, system recovery and more • Instant full-text search across the whole library • Works with no internet connection at all LEARN THE BASICS Hand-written lessons covering navigation, permissions, processes, archives and shell environment — written for people who are new to the command line. A REAL SHELL (PREMIUM) Connect to a genuine Linux sandbox and run commands for real. Not a simulator — an actual bash session with persistent state, so directory changes and variables carry between commands. Tap any example in the library to send it straight to your terminal. • Encrypted connection (WSS) • Isolated sandbox per session • No account or sign-up required • Ad-free WHAT'S FREE Browsing, searching and reading the entire command library and all learning content is free forever. A subscription unlocks the live terminal and removes ads. SUBSCRIPTION Premium is available monthly or yearly. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your account settings. Terms of Use: https://swoyeflabs.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://swoyeflabs.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Linux Command and Terminal at none against MonkeySSH's 2. MonkeySSH's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. MonkeySSH sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Linux Command and Terminal asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | MonkeySSH | Linux Command and Terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Depollsoft | SANJAYA SUBEDI |
In-app purchases
MonkeySSH
- MonkeySSH Pro (Monthly)$4.991 Month
- MonkeySSH Pro (Annual)$49.991 Year
Linux Command and Terminal
No in-app purchases
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