Comparison

Shellora vs Appy for Appwrite

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

Head to head
About

Shellora

This app provides a comprehensive SSH client for remote server management on mobile devices. It offers terminal sessions, file transfers, host organization, and AI-powered command assistance for developers and IT professionals.

Highlights
  • Real SSH terminal
  • Remote system connection
  • File transfers
  • AI command help
  • Built-in command library
  • Host organization
  • SSH key vault
Features
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Shellora is a modern SSH client for iPhone and iPad, built for people who need practical remote access and server tools in one clean app. Connect to your own or authorized remote SSH servers, open terminal sessions, transfer files, organize hosts, manage SSH keys, search command references, and get AI command help from a mobile experience designed for serious work. Shellora is more than a basic SSH connection app. It is a focused remote server workspace that helps you connect faster, work smarter, and handle common admin tasks without jumping between multiple apps. Whether you are checking logs, updating packages, restarting a service, reviewing disk usage, managing config files, or looking up the right command while away from your desk, Shellora helps you stay productive from anywhere. Shellora also supports multiple languages, including English, German, Japanese, French, Italian, Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Polish, Turkish, Hebrew, Greek, Czech, Hindi, Bengali, Russian, Urdu, and more. Core features: • Real SSH terminal for iPhone and iPad Open terminal sessions with a touch-friendly interface built for command-line work. • Connect to remote systems over SSH Use Shellora to access personal servers, cloud instances, lab environments, staging systems, and production machines from your iPhone or iPad. • File transfers Upload and download files between your device and remote systems with a fast workflow and transfer history. • AI command help Ask for terminal commands in plain English and get suggestions you can review before using. • Built-in command library Search useful command references by category and copy commands quickly when needed. • Custom Commands Library Test, save, and quickly reinsert your own commands directly from the command library. • Organize hosts with folders and favorites Group hosts by project or role and keep saved connections easy to manage. • iCloud Sync with selective sync options Sync host information, saved passwords, and private keys with control over what gets synced. • SSH key vault Store, organize, generate, import, and export SSH keys in one place. • Favorite Apps Pin frequently used server tools and apps for faster access inside your workflow. • Terminal themes and personalization Choose from multiple terminal themes for a workspace that feels comfortable day or night. • Mobile workflow for real remote work Check a machine, review logs, transfer a file, confirm service status, or look up a command while on the move. Shellora is useful for: • Developers • DevOps engineers • Sysadmins • IT teams • Cloud engineers • Security professionals • Students learning Linux and server management • Power users who want serious SSH tools on iPhone and iPad Some features may vary depending on device support, operating system version, and remote system compatibility. Subscription Terms Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use EULA: https://holding.vc/Apps-terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://holding.vc/Apps-privacy-policy

About

Appy for Appwrite

Features
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Monitor your Appwrite resources on the go. Take Appwrite anywhere you go! ◆ DASHBOARD - View real-time stats across all Appwrite services at a glance - Monitor Users, Databases, Storage Buckets, Functions, and Messages counts - Check platform health with live status checks (HTTP, Database, Cache, Storage) - Pull-to-refresh for instant data updates ◆ AUTH - Browse all users with name, email, and phone details - View teams and their member counts - Navigate directly from home dashboard to user and team lists ◆ DATABASES - List all databases including TablesDB instances - Browse tables within each database - Edit database name and toggle enabled state - Delete databases with confirmation safeguards ◆ STORAGE - Browse storage buckets and their files - Tap any file to download and preview with the native file viewer - Configure bucket settings: encryption, antivirus, file size limits, allowed extensions - Manage file security and image transformation toggles - Delete buckets with confirmation safeguards ◆ FUNCTIONS - View deployments with build size and status - Browse execution history with status indicators - Edit function settings: runtime, entrypoint, build command, schedule, timeout, scopes - Configure execute access and event triggers - Delete functions with confirmation safeguards ◆ MESSAGING - Browse all messages with provider type and delivery status - Inspect message payloads with formatted JSON preview - View creation dates and message metadata ◆ WIDGETS - Small shortcut widgets for quick access to Auth, Databases, and Storage - Medium stat widgets showing live counts for each service - Large project overview widget with health status and all service metrics - Configure widgets per project with connection selection ◆ CONNECTIONS - Connect to any Appwrite instance with endpoint, project ID, and API token - Label each connection for easy identification - Switch between multiple Appwrite projects instantly - In-app setup guide with required API key scopes - Credentials stored locally and encrypted on device That’s it folks! This text isn't gonna get any more interesting. I mean, I think we've pretty much covered all the good stuff. Still here? Ummmm, ok. How's everything? Good? Cool cool cool. What are you looking for? The app description is over. For real, check out the app. It's way better than hanging out in the App Store this long. Wow, you're dedicated. Do you just love app descriptions? Weird. OK, we're gonna go now. Bye. NOTICE & ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1. API tokens are stored locally on your device, and never leave it. 2. Appy is OSS (Open Source Software), feel free to open an Issue or PR at github.com/get-appy/appy 3. This is not a replacement for the Appwrite platform. Certain actions, such as creating projects should be done directly in the web dashboard. © FarFetched 2026. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. Terms of Service: https://farfetched.xyz/appy/terms

Screenshots

Shellora4 screens
Appy for Appwrite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Appy for Appwrite at 15.1 against Shellora's 18.0. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shellora sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Appy for Appwrite sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Shellora versus Appy for Appwrite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShelloraAppy for Appwrite
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYaser AliFarFetched

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Shellora

Subscriptions3
  • Shellora Pro$1.997 Days
  • Shellora Pro$4.991 Month
  • Shellora Pro$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Shellora Pro$49.99
5 purchases

Appy for Appwrite

Subscriptions3
  • PRO$2.491 Month
  • PRO$6.991 Year
  • PRO$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • PRO$12.99
  • PRO$24.99

Questions

Is Shellora free?
Shellora is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Appy for Appwrite free?
Appy for Appwrite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shellora or Appy for Appwrite have ads?
Neither Shellora nor Appy for Appwrite shows ads.

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