Comparison

TermiShell vs SSH Client & Terminal

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

Head to head
About

TermiShell

Features
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TermiShell is a professional server console for iPhone and iPad, built for developers, operators, and technical teams who need to handle real server work from a mobile device. Connect over SSH, manage files with SFTP, monitor remote metrics, run saved commands, organize snippets, and keep critical server workflows close at hand when you are away from your desk. TermiShell is designed for practical operations, not decorative terminal demos. It brings terminal sessions, server profiles, file tools, monitoring views, snippets, tasks, and secure export into one focused mobile workspace. Key features: • SSH terminal for remote server access • SFTP file browsing and file operations • Server profiles with organized connection settings • Local snippets for frequently used commands • Saved tasks for repeatable server workflows • Remote monitoring for CPU, memory, disk, load, and network metrics • Process and system status views • tmux-friendly workflows for resilient sessions • Encrypted backup and migration support • Local-first storage for server profiles and settings • Multi-language interface for global users TermiShell helps with common mobile server tasks: • Check a server during an incident • Restart a service from your phone • Inspect logs while away from your desk • Upload or edit operational files • Run routine maintenance commands • Verify system load and disk usage • Keep reusable command snippets organized • Move app settings between devices TermiShell Pro unlocks higher limits and deeper operational features for users who manage more servers, more sessions, and more repeatable workflows. Subscription information: TermiShell Pro Monthly is an auto-renewing subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Service: https://termishell.vkoi.net/terms Privacy Policy: https://termishell.vkoi.net/privacy Whether you are maintaining personal servers, managing production infrastructure, supporting a customer environment, or checking systems while traveling, TermiShell gives you a compact but serious server workspace on iOS.

About

SSH Client & Terminal

A comprehensive SSH client and server monitor for managing Linux servers, VPS, and Docker containers. Offers real-time dashboards, SFTP, SSL alerts, and system log viewing. Securely stores credentials on your device.

Highlights
  • Multi-server dashboard with health scores
  • Full SSH terminal with VT100/xterm emulation
  • Real-time monitoring charts
  • SSL certificate expiry tracking
  • Docker and Podman container management
  • SFTP browser
  • System log viewer
Features
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A full SSH client and Linux server monitor in your pocket. Cura gives sysadmins, DevOps engineers, and developers a real terminal, live VPS dashboards, SFTP, Docker controls, and SSL alerts - for every server you run. Built by people who actually live in the shell. No subscriptions, no telemetry, no nonsense. KEY FEATURES - Multi-server dashboard with health scores and live CPU, RAM, and disk usage - Full SSH terminal with VT100 and xterm emulation, function keys, and landscape mode - Real-time monitoring charts for CPU, RAM, disk, network, swap, load, and processes - SSL certificate discovery and expiry tracking for your domains - Alerts for threshold breaches with process-level context - Runbooks - save and execute multi-line commands with one tap - System log viewer with color-coded output for syslog, auth.log, nginx, apache, and more - Uptime monitoring with HTTP, HTTPS, TCP, and Ping checks - Docker and Podman container management - start, stop, restart, view logs - systemd service control - start, stop, and restart services remotely - SFTP browser for navigating remote files - Home screen widget showing server health at a glance - Face ID and Touch ID app lock to protect server access - Light, dark, and system themes SECURITY Your server credentials never leave your device. Passwords and private keys are encrypted in the iOS Keychain with hardware-backed protection. Authentication supports passwords, Ed25519, and RSA private keys. PRO UPGRADE The free tier supports two servers with the full SSH terminal and basic monitoring. Cura Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks: - Unlimited servers - Alerts for CPU, RAM, disk, and uptime thresholds - SSL certificate expiry tracking - Custom runbooks - Uptime monitoring - Home screen widget - Notification history No subscriptions. One purchase, yours forever. LANGUAGES Cura is available in 20 languages: English, Arabic, German, Spanish, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Turkish, Vietnamese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese. PRIVACY Your server credentials are stored only on your device. We do not collect, transmit, or have access to your credentials, command output, or server data. See our privacy policy at https://saltserv.com/privacy/. SUPPORT Questions or feedback? Visit https://saltserv.com/support/ or contact support directly through the app.

Screenshots

TermiShell4 screens
SSH Client & Terminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TermiShell at daily against SSH Client & Terminal's weekly. TermiShell also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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. TermiShell sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and SSH Client & Terminal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TermiShell ships an update daily, SSH Client & Terminal weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TermiShell versus SSH Client & Terminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermiShellSSH Client & Terminal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Weili Cultural Communication Co., Ltd.Oday Maleh

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TermiShell

Subscriptions1
  • TermiShell Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • TermiShell Pro Lifetime$44.99
1 purchases

SSH Client & Terminal

One-time1
  • Cura Pro Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is TermiShell free?
TermiShell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SSH Client & Terminal free?
SSH Client & Terminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TermiShell or SSH Client & Terminal have ads?
Neither TermiShell nor SSH Client & Terminal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TermiShell or SSH Client & Terminal?
TermiShell ships an update daily, and SSH Client & Terminal weekly. Most recently, TermiShell was updated on October 17, 2026 and SSH Client & Terminal on October 13, 2026.

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