Comparison

TerminalCat vs Termite

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

Head to head
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] ā–ø SSH Connections Access remote servers over secure encrypted connections. Password authentication is supported. ā–ø Multi-Host Support Connect to multiple servers simultaneously and switch between them instantly using tabs. ā–ø Native tmux Integration Manage tmux sessions and windows as tabs. TerminalCat supports ANSI colors and persistent sessions, allowing you to continue working after reconnecting. ā–ø SFTP File Browser Browse directories and download files from remote servers. ā–ø File Upload Upload files directly to your server from the camera, photo library, or Files app. ā–ø Mobile-Optimized Keyboard Use dedicated Ctrl, Alt, Tab, Escape, and arrow keys for efficient terminal operation. ā–ø Dark Theme A dark interface designed for comfortable terminal work. ā–ø 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. ā–ø Monthly and annual auto-renewable plans ā–ø A free trial may be available to eligible users ā–ø 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

About

Termite

Features
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Termite is a native SSH terminal for iPhone, iPad, and Mac built for developers who live in the shell. Connect to any server over SSH, keep your work alive with tmux, and get a push notification the moment a long-running command finishes even after you've closed the app. FEATURES • Full SSH client : connect with password or key, with secure Keychain storage and host-key verification • tmux session persistence : detach, switch devices, and pick up exactly where you left off • Finish alerts : a push notification when a build, deploy, or long command completes • Split-pane terminals : run multiple sessions side by side on iPad and Mac • SFTP file transfer : browse, upload, and download files • Port forwarding : secure tunnels to your remote services • Snippets : save and run your common commands with one tap • AI command composer : describe what you want in plain English and get the shell command, with a safeguard that flags destructive commands before anything runs • Native on every device : SwiftUI, keyboard shortcuts, and a real terminal engine Sign in with Apple, Google, or an email code. Your SSH credentials stay on-device in the Keychain. Termite is free to download. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TerminalCat3 screens
Termite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Termite at every 4 days against TerminalCat's every 3 weeks. TerminalCat's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TerminalCat ships an update every 3 weeks, Termite every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
TerminalCat versus Termite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTerminalCatTermite
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTsuyoshi YonemotoSentryline Labs Private Limited

In-app purchases

None

TerminalCat

No in-app purchases

None

Termite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TerminalCat free?
TerminalCat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Termite free?
Termite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TerminalCat or Termite have ads?
Neither TerminalCat nor Termite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TerminalCat or Termite?
TerminalCat ships an update every 3 weeks, and Termite every 4 days. Most recently, TerminalCat was updated on October 24, 2026 and Termite on October 31, 2026.

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