Open Pi vs XIOTerm
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Open Pi
Manage your Raspberry Pi devices remotely without cloud services. Monitor system health, control Docker, run commands, transfer files, and manage GPIO from a modern, privacy-focused interface.
- Real-time system monitoring
- SSH terminal access
- Docker container management
- GPIO control
- File manager
- Wake-on-LAN Helper
- Remote system actions
Read full descriptionHide full description
Direct, local, and private Raspberry Pi management. Open Pi lets you monitor system health, manage Docker containers, and run SSH commands on your Raspberry Pi right from your phone. No cloud servers, accounts, or subscriptions. Built for homelabs, self-hosting, IoT projects, and software development. Key Features • System Health: Real-time CPU, RAM, storage, and temperature metrics • Docker Management: View, start, stop, and restart containers • Terminal: Secure SSH command-line access over local network or VPN • File Manager: Direct file uploads and downloads • GPIO Control: Monitor and toggle pins • Auto-Discovery: Detect devices automatically on local networks • System Actions: Wake-on-LAN helper, remote reboot, and alerts Privacy • Native SSH connection with no background agents • No accounts, tracking, or telemetry • Local-first architecture with zero subscriptions • All data stays on your local network
XIOTerm
Read full descriptionHide full description
XIOTerm-SCP is an SFTP and SMB client for managing files on servers you own or are authorized to access from Mac, iPhone, and iPad. KEY FEATURES • SFTP connections using a host, custom port, username, and password. • Access to SMB shares on Windows, macOS, and compatible servers. • Browse available SMB shares before selecting a shared folder. • Saved profiles, custom labels, and grouped connections. • Multiple active connections, including connections to the same server. • Remote and local file browsers with folder navigation. • Local files stored in iCloud Drive and synchronized across your Apple devices. • Streaming uploads and downloads with progress indicators. • Sorting by name, size, and modification date. • Create folders, rename items, and delete with confirmation. • SSH server host-key fingerprint verification. • Passwords protected in Keychain when you choose to remember them. PRIVACY AND SECURITY XIOTerm-SCP contains no advertising or tracking. Connections are made directly between your device and the server you specify. Profiles and trusted server fingerprints are stored locally; remembered credentials are stored in Keychain. SUBSCRIPTION Remote connections require XIOTerm SCP Pro, a monthly subscription with a 14-day free trial for eligible new subscribers. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled through your Apple account. REQUIREMENTS You need network access and credentials for an SFTP or SMB server that you own or are authorized to use. The app does not provide servers or access accounts. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Open Pi at weekly against XIOTerm's every 3 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. Open Pi sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and XIOTerm sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Open Pi ships an update weekly, XIOTerm every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Open Pi | XIOTerm |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Artem Svitelskyi | Arturo Ivan Lopez Cattan |
In-app purchases
Open Pi
- Single (Lifetime)$5.99
- Family (Lifetime)$12.99
XIOTerm
- XIOTerm SCP Pro Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month









