Comparison

clux vs Goroterm

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

Head to head
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.

About

Goroterm

Features
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Goroterm is a modern SSH terminal client built for developers and operators who need quick, reliable access to remote servers from their iPhone or iPad. KEY FEATURES • Multi-session tabs — connect to multiple servers or open several shells to the same host, switch between them instantly • tmux integration — list, attach, create, rename, and kill tmux sessions directly from the UI; seamless reattach on reconnect • SFTP file browser — browse remote directories, preview files, upload and download with background transfer • Voice input — dictate commands with on-device speech recognition • Clipboard image paste — drop images into terminal output on supported servers • Quick action bar — Ctrl, Esc, Tab, arrow keys, PgUp/PgDn, and Ctrl+J always one tap away • Server monitor — at-a-glance CPU, memory, and disk usage for the connected host • Claude usage dashboard — track token usage if your server runs the Claude CLI • Secure credential storage — passwords and private keys encrypted on-device; never synced • Host key verification — full known_hosts workflow with change detection • Automatic reconnect — survives network changes, background/foreground transitions, and temporary disconnects • Dark theme by default, built to minimize eye strain during long sessions Goroterm is engineered to feel fast on mobile: no-jank scrolling, proper IME handling, and a quick action bar that keeps your thumbs on glass instead of hunting through sub-menus. Connections stay alive in the background so you can return to the same prompt you left. PRIVACY Your SSH credentials never leave your device. Goroterm does not collect analytics, tracking identifiers, or usage data. See the privacy policy for details. Requires an existing SSH server to connect to.

Screenshots

clux3 screens
Goroterm4 screens

Verdict

The call

clux and Goroterm are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

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

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
clux versus Goroterm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercluxGoroterm
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuki Kuwahara株式会社Corevice

In-app purchases

None

clux

No in-app purchases

None

Goroterm

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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