# OpenClient for OpenCode vs Tailscode

The clearest difference is rating: Tailscode at 5.0 against OpenClient for OpenCode's 3.5. Tailscode also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). OpenClient for OpenCode's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and chart position (#127 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenClient for OpenCode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Tailscode sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tailscode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

OpenClient for OpenCode ships an update every 6 days, Tailscode every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenClient for OpenCode | Tailscode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openclient-for-opencode/id6763641767/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tailscode/id6791660932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#127** | — |
| Size | 66 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolas Toporcov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475317888) | [Midgar Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1484270247) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenClient for OpenCode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openclient-for-opencode/id6763641767)

**Currently charting:** #127 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides a native mobile interface for interacting with a self-hosted OpenCode server. Developers can manage projects, resume coding sessions, review agent activity, and respond to prompts directly from their iPhone or iPad.

**Highlights:** Connect to self-hosted OpenCode servers, Browse projects and session history, Continue chat conversations, Stream assistant responses live, Send prompts and attach files, Built-in Excalidraw drawing board, Native SwiftUI interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### Tailscode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tailscode/id6791660932)

Interact with AI agents like Claude Code and Oh My Pi from your phone. Monitor and approve commands, view code changes, and manage conversations live on your lock screen. All data is transmitted point-to-point over your private network.

**Highlights:** Live Lock Screen Activities for conversations, Approve commands and answer agent questions, View code diffs and output inline, Manage multiple servers and conversations, Track conversation costs and model usage, End-to-end encrypted communication

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tailscode Pro | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lavish Tip | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenClient for OpenCode free?

OpenClient for OpenCode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tailscode free?

Tailscode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OpenClient for OpenCode or Tailscode?

Tailscode is rated higher. OpenClient for OpenCode averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Tailscode averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do OpenClient for OpenCode or Tailscode have ads?

Neither OpenClient for OpenCode nor Tailscode shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenClient for OpenCode or Tailscode?

OpenClient for OpenCode ships an update every 6 days, and Tailscode every 2 days. Most recently, OpenClient for OpenCode was updated on September 25, 2026 and Tailscode on September 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*