Comparison

MuxCLI vs CC Peek

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

Head to head
About

MuxCLI

Manage AI coding sessions on your server directly from your iPhone. Create, attach, and resume tmux-backed sessions for various AI CLIs and shell workflows. Continue prompt work without losing context and send terminal input with mobile-friendly controls.

Highlights
  • Run AI coding sessions remotely
  • Manage tmux-backed sessions
  • Resume interrupted workflows
  • Send terminal input from mobile
  • Receive attention signals
  • Pair phone with server quickly
Features
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MuxCLI lets you run and manage AI coding sessions on your own server from iPhone. Create, attach, detach, and resume tmux-backed sessions for Codex CLI, Gemini CLI, Claude Code, and shell workflows. Use MuxCLI to: - Pair your phone with your server in seconds - Browse existing sessions and create new ones - Continue prompt workflows without restarting context - Send terminal input with mobile-friendly control keys - Get attention-required signals when a session needs your input MuxCLI is designed for long-running development sessions where your server does the heavy work and your phone acts as the control surface.

About

CC Peek

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CC Peek: The Desktop Second Screen for Power Claude Code Users Tired of losing track of multiple active Claude Code sessions? When you have several terminals open, it’s easy to forget which one is still processing, which is waiting for user input, and which is stuck on a tool permission prompt. CC Peek solves this by syncing your session states to your iPhone, turning it into a dedicated, real-time status dashboard right next to your Mac. Key Features: - Multi-Process Monitoring: View the status of all active Claude Code processes on your Mac directly from your iPhone. - Smart Status Indicators: Instantly distinguish between Running, Waiting for Input, Pending Permissions, and Completed states. - Focus at a Tap: Tap any process card on your iPhone to automatically bring the corresponding terminal window or tab to the front on your Mac. - Local Pairing: Seamlessly connect your Mac and iPhone over your local network. - Built-in Demo Mode: Experience the interface and status transitions immediately, even without a Mac nearby. Privacy & Connectivity: CC Peek utilizes local network discovery to connect your devices. No accounts required, no cloud services, and no data is ever uploaded to a server. Your Claude Code content remains private and stays on your local machines. It is designed to be the perfect companion for multi-tasking developers and long-running agentic tasks. Setup Requirements: To use CC Peek, you must install the desktop companion app on your Mac and follow the setup guide to configure the Claude Code Hook. Download the Mac app at: ccpeek.com Disclaimer: CC Peek is an independently developed tool and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Anthropic. Claude and Claude Code are trademarks of their respective holders.

Screenshots

MuxCLI4 screens
CC Peek4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CC Peek at none against MuxCLI's 1. CC Peek also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. MuxCLI sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CC Peek asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MuxCLI ships an update every 4 weeks, CC Peek every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MuxCLI versus CC Peek: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMuxCLICC Peek
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim Chen法葳 李

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MuxCLI

One-time1
  • MuxCLI Lifetime Unlock$4.99
None

CC Peek

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MuxCLI free?
MuxCLI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CC Peek free?
CC Peek is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MuxCLI or CC Peek have ads?
Neither MuxCLI nor CC Peek shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MuxCLI or CC Peek?
MuxCLI ships an update every 4 weeks, and CC Peek every 2 days. Most recently, MuxCLI was updated on October 2, 2026 and CC Peek on October 7, 2026.

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