Comparison

ShellAccess vs EnigmaPlus

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

Head to head
About

ShellAccess

Features
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Connect to your Linux, macOS, and Unix servers directly from your iPhone or iPad. ShellAccess is a native SSH client built for professionals who need reliable remote server access on the go. Full Terminal Emulation A complete terminal experience with support for interactive applications, color output, and customizable themes. Choose from Pro Dark, Dracula, Nord, Monokai, Solarized, Gruvbox, and more. Adjust font size and family to suit your workflow. Secure Authentication Connect using password or SSH key authentication. Generate Ed25519 and RSA keys directly in the app, or import your existing keys. Passwords can be saved securely with Face ID or Touch ID protection using the iOS Keychain. Host Key Verification ShellAccess verifies server identity on every connection, just like OpenSSH. Unknown hosts prompt for confirmation, and changed host keys trigger clear warnings to protect against man-in-the-middle attacks. Manage your known hosts list from Settings. SFTP File Browser Browse, download, and manage files on your remote servers without leaving the app. Access the built-in SFTP browser from the terminal toolbar with a single tap. Multi-Session Support Work across multiple servers simultaneously. Each connection runs in its own tab with independent terminal state. Switch between sessions instantly. Server Management Save your frequently used servers with host, port, username, and preferred authentication method. Organize servers into folders. Quick Connect lets you jump into a one-off session without saving anything. Port Forwarding Set up local and remote port forwarding tunnels to securely access services behind firewalls. Terminal Toolbar A purpose-built accessory bar gives you quick access to Escape, Tab, Ctrl, arrow keys, and common shortcuts like Ctrl+C, Ctrl+D, and Ctrl+Z โ€” keys that are difficult to type on a touchscreen keyboard. Built for iOS Native SwiftUI interface. Designed to work with the iOS keyboard, multitasking, and system security features. No web views, no Electron โ€” a real native app.

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EnigmaPlus

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Important: Enigma is a client application only. It does not provide or sell VPN or proxy services. You must provide your own server configuration. Enigma connects using a subscription or config you get from your own provider. We operate no servers of our own, so there is nothing on our side to log. No registration, no accounts, no ads. SUPPORTED TECHNOLOGIES: - VLESS + REALITY - XHTTP - Hysteria2 - WireGuard - SOCKS5 FEATURES - One-tap connection from the main screen after configuration. - Live IP address, session timer and traffic counters - Runs in the background without draining the battery - Clean dark interface, nothing extra GETTING STARTED 1. Get a config 2. Add it to Enigma 3. Pick a location and tap Connect WHAT ENIGMA IS NOT Enigma is not a VPN service. We do not run, rent or resell servers, and we sell no traffic. If you do not already have a config from a provider, the app will have nothing to connect to. Enigma contains no in-app purchases and no advertising.

Screenshots

ShellAccess3 screens
EnigmaPlus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EnigmaPlus at 15.0 against ShellAccess's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
ShellAccess versus EnigmaPlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShellAccessEnigmaPlus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size19 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKTMLABS LLCGarik Ataian, IE

In-app purchases

None

ShellAccess

No in-app purchases

None

EnigmaPlus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShellAccess free?
ShellAccess is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EnigmaPlus free?
EnigmaPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShellAccess or EnigmaPlus have ads?
Neither ShellAccess nor EnigmaPlus shows ads.

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