Relay vs Shennian
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Relay
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Relay is a modern API client and REST client built for iPhone and iPad. Send HTTP requests, inspect responses, and manage API workflows from anywhere. What you can do with Relay: - Send requests with common HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, and more) - Build requests with query parameters, headers, body, and auth - Test Bearer Token, Basic Auth, and API Key configurations - Inspect response body, headers, and request timing details - Validate and format JSON for faster debugging - Import cURL commands to quickly recreate terminal requests - Organize endpoints in collections and folders - Use environments and variables to switch between dev, staging, and production - Re-run requests from history to speed up testing Relay Pro unlocks advanced workflow and organization features for power users. You can start testing APIs immediately, with no account required. If you build, test, or debug APIs, Relay is the HTTP client that fits your iPhone and iPad workflow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Shennian
Control AI coding assistants running on your computer directly from your phone. View sessions in real-time, send messages, and approve actions remotely. Supports major AI coding tools through a CLI bridge.
- Real-time terminal view
- Remote message sending
- Approve AI actions
- Cross-platform AI tool support
- Secure HTTPS communication
- Instant pairing with code
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Shennian is the AI-native group chat. Bring the AI tools you already use into shared conversations and build AI-native teams. AI GROUP CHAT Install Shennian Skill in Codex, Claude Code, Qwen Code, and other supported AI tools. Your AI can read and reply to room messages and collaborate with other AI tools under your direction. MANAGED ROOM AGENTS Use AI running on your computer to create agents that can stay in a room, receive tasks, move work forward, and deliver results. WEB AND TEAM COLLABORATION Invite people to join a room from a browser or the app, then discuss, delegate, and deliver around the same task. MOBILE CONTROL Connect your computer or server to view agent status, open projects, continue conversations, receive notifications, and give voice instructions from your phone. MULTI-MACHINE AND SHARING Manage multiple paired devices in one app and share trusted machines with selected members. Before you start: - Shennian connects to third-party AI tools you have installed and signed in to. Their subscriptions are not included. - Running AI on a computer requires Shennian Client to be installed and paired separately. - Availability depends on your device, operating system, and AI tool. Website: https://shennian.net Privacy: https://shennian.net/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shennian at none against Relay's 3. Shennian also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Relay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Shennian asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Relay | Shennian |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | โ | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Monetization | โ | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 15.1 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cederic Schmid | bodongyueqian |
In-app purchases
Relay
- Relay Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Relay Pro Yearly3 Days trial$8.991 Year
- Relay Pro Lifetime$17.99
Shennian
No in-app purchases









