Comparison

HQSSH vs clux

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

Head to head
About

HQSSH

This app provides a robust SSH terminal and SFTP file manager for remote server management. It integrates AI CLI tools and offers persistent sessions that sync across devices. Securely manage SSH keys and automate tasks with this developer-focused tool.

Highlights
  • Full SSH terminal with 256-color xterm emulation
  • SFTP file manager for browsing and transferring files
  • AI CLI tool integration (Claude Code, Codex, Aider)
  • Persistent sessions that survive disconnects
  • Secure SSH key management (ED25519, RSA, ECDSA)
  • Command snippets and task automation
  • Multi-system dashboard for managing servers
Features
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HQSSH - SSH Terminal and File Manager HQSSH is an SSH terminal, SFTP file manager, and AI CLI tool launcher built for developers and vibe coders who manage remote servers from their phone. Full terminal. Full file browser. AI tool integration. Persistent sessions that survive disconnects and follow you across devices. SSH Terminal 256-color xterm emulation with a keyboard toolbar designed for mobile. ESC, TAB, Ctrl+C, Ctrl+D, Ctrl+Z, and arrow keys are always one tap away. Portrait and landscape support. This is a real terminal — not a stripped-down shell. SFTP File Manager Browse, upload, download, rename, and delete files on your remote systems. Create directories, change permissions with a chmod dialog, preview text files, and share downloads. Transfer progress tracking with cancel support. AI CLI Tools Launch Claude Code, Codex, or Aider directly from your phone. HQSSH discovers git repositories on your remote systems, detects which AI tools are installed, and lets you launch them in the right project directory with one tap. Manage AI-assisted development sessions on the go. Persistent Sessions Start a session on your phone. Pick it up later on another device. Sessions survive disconnects and device switches with full scrollback history. Multi-client attach lets you share sessions across devices simultaneously. SSH Key Management Generate ED25519, RSA, or ECDSA keys directly in the app. Import existing private keys. Keys are stored securely in the iOS Keychain. Password and private key authentication supported. Command Snippets Save frequently used commands as snippets — global or per-system. Organize by category, set auto-execute, and run with one tap. Includes built-in snippets for common operations. Task Automation Define reusable tasks at the system or project level. Run deployments, health checks, or any shell command with one tap. Review execution history and output logs. Multi-System Dashboard Manage all your servers from a single screen. Active sessions, quick-launch tasks, and recent run history at a glance. Import systems in bulk from your ~/.ssh/config file. Jump host support for bastion connections. Secure by Default SSH credentials encrypted with the iOS Keychain. Host key verification with fingerprint tracking. No data sent to third-party services. Supports any SSH-accessible system running Linux or macOS.

About

clux

Control AI coding tools on your PC from your mobile device using SSH. Send voice commands, manage multiple tasks with tmux, and view output in a full-color terminal. Develop software from anywhere, even while relaxing.

Highlights
  • Remote AI coding control
  • Voice-powered commands
  • tmux session management
  • ANSI color terminal
  • Automatic Git worktree
  • Customizable quick actions
Features
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Tell AI to write code — from your bed. clux is a remote SSH terminal app for controlling AI coding tools (like Claude Code) on your PC from your iPhone or iPad. Connect to Mac, Windows, or Linux via SSH and operate in real time through tmux sessions. VIBE CODING, FROM ANYWHERE In the age of AI coding, you don't need to sit at your desk to build software. With clux, you can give AI instructions from your bed, your couch, or on the train — just by speaking. Send commands directly to Claude Code or any terminal-based AI coding tool running on your PC, see results in real time, and give the next instruction. Development never stops, even when you're away from your computer. KEY FEATURES Remote AI Coding Control Claude Code, GitHub Copilot CLI, Cursor, and other terminal-based AI coding tools from your iPhone or iPad. Send instructions, review output, and follow up — all from your mobile device. Voice-Powered Commands Give AI instructions using your voice instead of a keyboard. "Create a PR", "Run the tests" — just speak and the command is sent. Perfect for vibe coding while lying in bed. tmux Session Management Run multiple AI tasks in parallel. Organize sessions by work type — Research, Development, Review — and switch between them with a single tap. Let AI handle multiple jobs at once. ANSI Color Terminal Full 16-color ANSI support. See Claude Code's colorful output exactly as it appears on your desktop, providing a terminal experience comparable to your PC. Automatic Git Worktree Automatically create a Git worktree for each task. AI can develop multiple features in parallel, each in its own isolated branch. Customizable Quick Actions Send common AI instructions like "Implement this", "Create a PR", or "Review this" with one tap. Fully customizable per work type. PERFECT FOR - Letting AI write code while you relax in bed - Checking AI-generated PRs during your commute - Monitoring AI build progress from the couch - Managing multiple AI tasks while you're out SETUP (3 STEPS) 1. Enable SSH on your PC (Mac: Remote Login, Windows: OpenSSH Server) 2. Enter your PC's address and login credentials in clux 3. Test the connection and you're done An in-app setup guide walks you through every step. PRIVACY AND SECURITY - SSH credentials are encrypted and stored on-device - No communication with external servers - All operations stay within your local network With clux, AI coding is always at your fingertips.

Screenshots

HQSSH4 screens
clux3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: clux at Free against HQSSH's $5.99. HQSSH's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.0). On ratings volume, 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

clux is free to download; HQSSH costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HQSSH holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HQSSH versus clux: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHQSSHclux
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGelottoYuki Kuwahara

Customer experience

HQSSH

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

clux

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

HQSSH

No in-app purchases

None

clux

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HQSSH free?
HQSSH costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is clux free?
clux is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HQSSH or clux?
HQSSH is rated higher. HQSSH averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while clux averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do HQSSH or clux have ads?
Neither HQSSH nor clux shows ads.

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