# TermCOW vs Tap Command Runner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tap Command Runner at none against TermCOW's 1. TermCOW's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TermCOW sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tap Command Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TermCOW against 5.0 for Tap Command Runner. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TermCOW | Tap Command Runner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/termcow-stable-ssh-terminal/id6760620027/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-command-runner/id6762214314/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 149 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fynetiq LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885363540) | [Matt Wisniewski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879111767) |

## What reviewers say

### TermCOW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/termcow-stable-ssh-terminal/id6760620027)

This app provides a stable SSH terminal experience for mobile devices, allowing users to connect to remote machines with features like pan and zoom for a desktop-class interface. It supports standard SSH protocols, SFTP, and secure credential storage.

**Highlights:** SSH with password and key authentication, SFTP file transfer, Encrypted credential vault, Pan and zoom for stable terminal view, Customizable multi-state shortcuts, Port forwarding, Jump host/bastion support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TermCOW Pro Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |


### Tap Command Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-command-runner/id6762214314)

Instantly execute pre-configured SSH commands on your servers directly from your Apple Watch, iPhone, or Mac. This app provides a secure, self-hosted relay for command execution without needing a terminal, ideal for developers and sysadmins.

**Highlights:** Pre-configure SSH commands, Execute commands from Apple Watch, iPhone, Mac, Self-hosted relay server, Real-time command output, Server health monitoring with push alerts, SSH key management, Watch face complications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TermCOW free?

TermCOW is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tap Command Runner free?

Tap Command Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TermCOW or Tap Command Runner?

TermCOW and Tap Command Runner are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do TermCOW or Tap Command Runner have ads?

Neither TermCOW nor Tap Command Runner shows ads.

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