Comparison

HQSSH vs RemoteIDE

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 DevOps engineers 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

RemoteIDE

Execute code and AI prompts directly from your mobile device on your local development environment. Supports multiple AI models and offers real-time syncing of responses and chat history. Enables Git operations and voice input for a seamless remote coding experience.

Highlights
  • Execute AI prompts on paired Mac
  • Real-time response syncing
  • Supports Cursor, Claude Code, Codex
  • Multi-Agent mode
  • Full chat history sync
  • Voice input for prompts
  • Git operations from phone
Features
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Run your coding workflow from iPhone and iPad. Remote IDE lets you send prompts from mobile and execute them on your paired Mac companion app inside your real project workspace, with responses synced in real time. Remote IDE supports Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex through your own local or self hosted setup, including Tailscale. Your prompts run through your configured tools and repository context on your machine. Features - Unlimited AI prompts - no daily caps - Code from anywhere (Tailscale supported) - Multi-Agent mode - run Cursor + Claude + Codex in parallel - Full chat history sync across devices - Quick Prompts with custom templates - Priority live bridge streaming - Voice input - dictate prompts hands-free - Git operations - stash, branch, push from your phone Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Cursor, Anthropic, OpenAI, or any related products including Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex. All product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Pro plans unlock unlimited usage and advanced workflows. Subscriptions are managed by Apple ID. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HQSSH4 screens
RemoteIDE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RemoteIDE at Free against HQSSH's $5.99. HQSSH's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On rating, ratings volume, ads 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

RemoteIDE is free to download; HQSSH costs $5.99 up front. RemoteIDE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. HQSSH asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for HQSSH against 5.0 for RemoteIDE. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
HQSSH versus RemoteIDE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHQSSHRemoteIDE
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGelottoChalla Somesh

Customer experience

HQSSH

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

RemoteIDE

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

HQSSH

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RemoteIDE

Subscriptions2
  • RemoteIDE Weekly Pro$5.997 Days
  • RemoteIDE Annual Pro$49.991 Year

Questions

Is HQSSH free?
HQSSH costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RemoteIDE free?
RemoteIDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HQSSH or RemoteIDE?
HQSSH and RemoteIDE are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do HQSSH or RemoteIDE have ads?
Neither HQSSH nor RemoteIDE shows ads.

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