Comparison

Tapssh vs EasyTierConnect

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

Head to head
About

Tapssh

A visual SSH client for iOS that offers a touch-native interface for managing remote servers. It features a full SSH terminal with xterm emulation and a visual SFTP file browser for easy file management. Secure key generation and cloud sync are also included.

Highlights
  • Visual SSH terminal with xterm emulation
  • SFTP file browser with drag-and-drop upload
  • Secure Ed25519/RSA key generation in Secure Enclave
  • Cross-device cloud sync with zero-knowledge architecture
  • Quick Connect home screen widget
  • Custom keyboard row for CLI tools
Features
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Tapssh is a visual SSH client for iOS that replaces command-line drudgery with a beautiful, touch-native interface. Built from the ground up with SwiftUI for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're managing a single home server or a complex cloud infrastructure, Tapssh puts your remote environments right at your fingertips. SSH TERMINAL Experience full xterm emulation with 256-color support and crisp JetBrains Mono rendering. Highly optimized for vim, htop, tmux, and every CLI tool you rely on. Features a custom keyboard row for quick access to Esc, Tab, and Ctrl. SFTP FILE BROWSER Browse remote files just like you do in Finder. Drag to upload, tap to preview, and easily batch rename or delete files. Enjoy visual directory tree navigation - no more guessing from ls output. SECURE ENCLAVE KEY GENERATION Generate Ed25519 and RSA key pairs directly inside Apple's hardware security chip. Private keys cannot be extracted - not by us, not by malware. Every session is protected by Face ID or Touch ID. CLOUD SYNC Server metadata syncs seamlessly across all your iOS devices using a zero-knowledge architecture. Your private keys never leave your device. QUICK CONNECT WIDGET Tap your home screen widget to jump straight into any server. One tap, and you're connected. FREE VS PRO Start for free, or upgrade to Pro to unlock your full infrastructure: Free: 2 servers, basic SSH terminal, and basic SFTP browsing. Tapssh Pro ($29.99/year): Unlimited servers, full SFTP capabilities (upload/delete/rename), Quick Connect widget, Siri Shortcuts integration, and priority cloud sync. PRIVACY FIRST Tapssh does not collect your data. No analytics. No tracking. Your infrastructure, your rules. Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the 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 prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://tapssh.com/terms ⁠

About

EasyTierConnect

Features
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EasyTierConnect lets you quickly join an existing EasyTier virtual network and remotely access your home network or company intranet services. It also offers network diagnostics and lets you send files, photos, and clipboard content between devices — making work and life easier. [Important Note]: This app does not bypass network restrictions or provide access to overseas networks. Please use it in compliance with local laws. Use Cases • Remote Work: Securely connect to company intranet systems (OA, code repositories, file servers) • Smart Home: Access your home NAS, router admin panel, and smart devices while away • Development & Debugging: Connect to test environments and view intranet web apps on your phone • Multi-Device: Link your phone, tablet, and PC into a private network and share resources across devices *** Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://s.shenzhiyan.cn/easytierconnect/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Tapssh4 screens
EasyTierConnect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EasyTierConnect at none against Tapssh's 1. EasyTierConnect also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tapssh sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. EasyTierConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tapssh ships an update every 2 weeks, EasyTierConnect weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tapssh versus EasyTierConnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTapsshEasyTierConnect
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnwar Bahou深智言技术有限公司

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tapssh

Subscriptions1
  • Tapssh Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

EasyTierConnect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tapssh free?
Tapssh is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EasyTierConnect free?
EasyTierConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tapssh or EasyTierConnect have ads?
Neither Tapssh nor EasyTierConnect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tapssh or EasyTierConnect?
Tapssh ships an update every 2 weeks, and EasyTierConnect weekly. Most recently, Tapssh was updated on October 2, 2026 and EasyTierConnect on October 8, 2026.

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