Comparison

SSHELL Terminal vs SSH Client

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

Head to head
About

SSHELL Terminal

Features
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Run SSH, Mosh and tmux sessions from iPhone or iPad. SSHELL keeps saved hosts, live terminals, remote files and SSH keys in one native workspace. Open several workspaces for one host. Attach existing tmux windows, create new windows and detach iPad terminals while each workspace stays tied to its host. On Mac and iPad, switch sessions using tabs and open Files in its own workspace tab. Browse sortable file columns with touch or pointer input. Show or hide session tabs and automatic file previews in Appearance settings; the Files Preview control saves the same preview preference. Open Preview remains available when automatic previews are off. Browse and transfer remote files over SSH or Mosh. Generate or import SSH keys, check SHA-256 host fingerprints and protect supported credentials with Keychain. Download SSHELL for free and use full access for 7 days. Lifetime access costs £2.99 as a one-time App Store purchase. Existing paid customers keep full access. Key features: - SSH, Mosh and Telnet connection profiles - Mosh roaming and reconnect handling - Multi-session saved hosts with distinct terminal workspaces - tmux-aware host management for opening and creating windows inside configured tmux sessions - iPad multiwindow, Split View and Stage Manager support - Remote file browsing for SSH and Mosh hosts - Upload, download, preview, copy, move and delete remote files - Download remote directories as .tar.gz archives when supported - Saved hosts with tags, notes, sorting and filtering - Per-host terminal themes, TERM values and trust policy - SSH key generation, import, export and host installation - Ed25519, ECDSA, RSA, OpenSSH, PEM, DER and PuTTY PPK key handling - Known-host prompts, SHA-256 fingerprints and changed-key warnings - Keychain-backed passwords, private keys and Mosh resume state - Biometric app lock with device passcode fallback - External keyboard shortcuts and terminal accessory keys - Nerd Font symbol support for glyph-heavy prompts and terminal tools - Native copy, paste, select all, Escape and terminal link handling - Light, dark, system and custom terminal colour themes - Off-by-default optional iCloud sync for supported settings, hosts, tags, key metadata, trusted host keys and synchronisable credentials Telnet is unencrypted. SSHELL includes it for trusted legacy environments, lab equipment and local networks only.

About

SSH Client

This app provides secure remote server management with SSH terminal access and SFTP file transfer capabilities. It allows users to manage multiple servers, store command snippets, and organize SSH keys for efficient workflow.

Highlights
  • SSH Terminal Access
  • SFTP File Management
  • SSH Key Manager
  • Save Command Snippets
  • Multiple Server Connections
  • Secure Authentication
Features
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SSH into Linux servers from iPhone or iPad. Connect with a password or SSH key, browse files over SFTP, and keep hosts in sync with iCloud. SSH Client – Terminal & SFTP is built for developers, sysadmins, and anyone who needs reliable remote access on the go. CONNECT IN SECONDS • Save hosts with an alias, hostname, port, and username • Sign in with a password or SSH key • Open a full SSH terminal session from your saved connections • Choose a colour theme (Midnight, Light, Matrix, Solarised) and font size SFTP FILE TRANSFER • Browse remote directories • Download files to your device • Upload from the Files app • Show or hide hidden files KEYS AND SECURITY • Generate ed25519, RSA, or ECDSA keys • Create Secure Enclave keys on device • Import existing private keys • Manage known hosts • Store passwords in the Keychain FASTER WORKFLOWS • Save and reuse command snippets • Keep connection history • Sync hosts and data with iCloud across your Apple devices WHO IT’S FOR • Linux, Ubuntu, and Unix servers • VPS and cloud hosts • Raspberry Pi and home labs • Day-to-day remote admin from iPhone or iPad Try it with one saved host. Upgrade to Pro when you need more servers. Pro is available as weekly, monthly, or yearly auto-renewing subscriptions, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase. Prices are shown in the app and on the App Store and may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Deleting the app does not cancel a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/de501fa3-782a-48dd-b33f-83d8bc220c5c Terms of Use: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/ec0062f6-bde6-4a8d-b665-9df7cf6f5d6e Support: help.app007@gmail.com Feel free to reach out with feedback or feature requests—we’re always improving the app.

Screenshots

SSHELL Terminal4 screens
SSH Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SSHELL Terminal at every 5 days against SSH Client's monthly. 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. SSHELL Terminal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SSH Client sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SSHELL Terminal ships an update every 5 days, SSH Client monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
SSHELL Terminal versus SSH Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSSHELL TerminalSSH Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon StaceHANSIFY TECHNOLOGIES

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SSHELL Terminal

One-time1
  • SSHELL Lifetime Unlock$2.99
2 purchases

SSH Client

Subscriptions1
  • SSH Client: Weekly Plan3 Days trial$0.997 Days
One-time1
  • SSH Client: Lifetime Plan$6.99

Questions

Is SSHELL Terminal free?
SSHELL Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SSH Client free?
SSH Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SSHELL Terminal or SSH Client have ads?
Neither SSHELL Terminal nor SSH Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SSHELL Terminal or SSH Client?
SSHELL Terminal ships an update every 5 days, and SSH Client monthly. Most recently, SSHELL Terminal was updated on October 25, 2026 and SSH Client on October 28, 2026.

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