Bom Agent vs Pocket Shell
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Bom Agent
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BOM is an AI-powered desktop companion app that lets you monitor and control your PC remotely from your smartphone. Send commands by text or voice, view your PC screen in real time, automate repetitive tasks, and transfer files between your phone and PC. Important: BOM requires the BOM desktop app installed on your PC. Your PC must be turned on and connected to the internet. Apple store requires apps to clearly disclose external device or hardware requirements in the store listing. Key Features Remote PC Control with AI Send commands from your smartphone and let the BOM desktop agent perform tasks on your PC, such as opening apps, searching the web, organizing files, and handling routine desktop actions. Real-Time Screen Viewing Check your PC screen from your smartphone in real time while away from your desk. Apps with monitoring or tracking functionality must disclose that behavior in the Play listing, so stating this clearly is important. Task Automation Set recurring tasks and have BOM run them automatically on your PC at scheduled times. Use it for daily summaries, routine checks, reports, and other repetitive workflows. Voice Commands Control your PC using voice in multiple languages, including English and Korean. Speak a command from your phone and receive spoken responses. File Transfer Send files between your smartphone and PC quickly and easily. Web Automation Have the desktop agent open websites, gather information, and complete browser-based tasks on your behalf. Notion Integration Save task results and organize outputs automatically in Notion. Who BOM is For People who want to access and manage their PC while away Users who want to automate repetitive desktop tasks Users who prefer hands-free voice control Users who want to check their PC screen remotely in real time How It Works Install the BOM desktop app on your Windows PC Install BOM on your smartphone Sign in with the same account on both devices Send commands from your phone and let your PC agent execute them Requirements The BOM desktop app must be installed on your PC Your PC must be powered on and connected to the internet Sign in with your Google or Apple account Some features may require network access and device permissions
Pocket Shell
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Pocket Shell is a modern SSH client built for developers, server owners, IT users and anyone who needs quick access to remote machines from a mobile device. Connect to your servers, manage saved hosts, browse files with SFTP and run terminal commands from one clean, dark-mode interface. Whether you are checking a VPS, managing a cloud instance, accessing a Linux server or handling quick maintenance tasks while away from your computer, Pocket Shell gives you a simple and focused way to stay connected. Key Features: * SSH Client Save and organize your server connections in one place. Add host details such as hostname, port, username and authentication method, then access your servers quickly when needed. * Terminal Access Open a remote terminal session and run commands directly from your phone. Pocket Shell is designed for quick checks, server monitoring, command execution and remote troubleshooting. * Built-in SFTP File Browser Browse remote folders and manage server files through a clean SFTP interface. Move through directories, view folder structures and access server files without switching tools. * Local Terminal Access a local terminal area for command-line workflows directly inside the app. * Clean Dark Interface Pocket Shell uses a focused dark UI with clear text, simple navigation and developer-friendly controls, making it comfortable to use during long sessions or quick checks. Designed For: - Developers - System administrators - Cloud server users - VPS owners - Linux users - Homelab users - IT support users - Students learning server management - Anyone who needs SSH access on mobile Why Pocket Shell? Pocket Shell is built around one idea: remote server access should feel simple, clean and reliable on mobile. Instead of a cluttered interface, the app keeps the most important tools close: saved hosts, SSH terminal, SFTP file browsing, authentication options and quick access controls. Use Pocket Shell when you need to: - Connect to a Linux server - Check server status - Run quick terminal commands - Manage SSH hosts - Browse remote files with SFTP - Access your VPS or cloud instance - Work with your homelab server - Handle quick server maintenance while away from your computer
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Verdict
Bom Agent and Pocket Shell are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Bom Agent | Pocket Shell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 15.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HYEONGI KIM | Apps Haus |
In-app purchases
Bom Agent
No in-app purchases
Pocket Shell
No in-app purchases





