OpenLens vs Console for Jules API
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OpenLens
This application allows you to remotely control and monitor AI coding sessions from your iPhone. Continue your work seamlessly from your mobile device, manage sessions, and receive real-time updates.
- Remote AI coding session control
- Real-time chat with streaming responses
- Session management (create, delete)
- Switch AI providers and models
- Live progress on Lock Screen/Dynamic Island
- Bonjour/mDNS server discovery
- Save multiple server connections
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OpenLens is a fast, focused iPhone client for OpenCode. Run OpenCode on your computer, then continue the same AI coding session from your phone. Use OpenLens to monitor progress, reply quickly, and stay in control when you are away from your desk. What you can do with OpenLens: - Connect instantly to nearby OpenCode servers with Bonjour/mDNS discovery - Save multiple server connections and reconnect automatically - Chat in real time with streaming responses - View and manage sessions, including creating and deleting sessions - Switch AI providers and models directly from the app - Review agent activity steps while work is in progress - Respond to permission prompts and interactive questions from the server - See live progress on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island with Live Activities Built for real workflows: - One session across terminal, web, and iPhone - Reliable reconnect behavior when network conditions change - Optional password-protected server access
Console for Jules API
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Built for users who want convenient mobile access to Jules without unnecessary complexity. Add your own API key and start prompting directly from your iPhone or iPad. Features: Bring your own API key: Securely connect your personal Google Jules API key. Fast access: Send prompts through a clean and minimal interface. Mobile-friendly workflow: Designed for comfortable use on iOS. Secure local storage: Your API key is stored locally and securely on your device. Built for productivity: Get direct access without extra friction. Disclaimer: This app is an independent, unofficial wrapper and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google. A valid Google Jules API key is required to use this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: OpenLens at none against Console for Jules API's shown. OpenLens also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Console for Jules API's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
OpenLens ships an update every 5 days, Console for Jules API fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OpenLens | Console for Jules API |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Martyn Pekala | Mhbob Alhoussen |
In-app purchases
OpenLens
No in-app purchases
Console for Jules API
No in-app purchases
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