iLinux vs DroidShell
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
iLinux
A comprehensive offline reference for Linux, Windows CMD Batch, and PowerShell commands. It offers detailed syntax, examples, and cross-platform equivalents, along with a daily quiz to reinforce learning. Customize your experience with themes and widgets.
- Extensive command library (1650+ entries)
- Cross-platform command equivalents
- Integrated daily quiz and progress tracking
- Offline access, no ads or tracking
- Customizable themes and widgets
- URL Scheme and Shortcuts support
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iLinux is a shell command reference and learning app for developers, operators, and terminal enthusiasts. It covers Linux, Windows CMD Batch, and PowerShell. Fully offline, no ads, no tracking. Carry a complete command handbook in your pocket. Core Features Command Library 1. 1650+ offline entries: 1050+ Linux CLIs, 300 CMD Batch commands, and 300 PowerShell cmdlets. Topics include filesystem, text, processes, networking, containers (docker, kubectl, helm), version control (git, gh), build tools (cargo, go, cmake), and Windows essentials such as dir, robocopy, netsh, winget, Get-ChildItem, and Get-Process. 2. Linux uses 14 categories; CMD and PowerShell each have their own layout for clearer cross-platform study. 3. Every command includes a concise summary and a Markdown article with syntax, flags, examples, and notes. Cross-Platform Equivalents 1. 100+ mapped groups across Linux, CMD, and PowerShell. Jump between ls, dir, and Get-ChildItem from the detail screen in one tap. 2. Learn the Windows counterpart while studying Linux, or the Linux side while on Windows. 3. Favorites can link across platforms so your study stays connected. Shell Platform Switcher 1. Switch among Linux, CMD Batch, or PowerShell from Commands, Categories, or Daily Quiz without extra tabs. 2. Search and browse stay scoped to the active platform. 3. Show all favorites or only favorites from the current platform in Settings. Fast Lookup 1. A to Z index and category browsing. 2. Global search across names, summaries, and article text. 3. List or grid layouts with adjustable columns on iPhone and iPad. 4. Copy commands and share polished command cards. An equivalents bar jumps to mapped commands on other platforms. Daily Quiz and Learning Progress 1. Daily quiz with option-meaning questions. Generic flags such as -h and --help are filtered out. 2. Quiz sets and scores are tracked separately per shell platform. 3. Reshuffle, streak tracking, and one-tap review from wrong answers back to command detail. 4. Favorites, recents, and a wrong-answer notebook. All progress stays on device. Home Screen Widgets, All Five 1. Daily command with manual shuffle. 2. Category spotlight, quiz glance, favorites glance, and wrong-book glance. 3. Pick the widget command library in Settings: Linux, CMD Batch, or PowerShell. Themes and Appearance 1. Fifteen curated accent presets, including Mountain Mist, Celadon Jade, Moonlit Blue, Misty Violet, Amber Glow, Aloeswood, and Jade Cream. 2. Custom accent color, light or dark mode, and alternate app icons on iPhone and iPad. 3. Widget titles and icons follow your accent color, with optional theme-matched gradient backgrounds. Languages 1. UI and command content in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English. 2. Content language can differ from UI language. All three shell libraries include trilingual summaries and articles. Productivity Shortcuts 1. URL Scheme and Shortcuts support for commands, quiz, and favorites, with an optional platform parameter. 2. Up to four customizable Home Screen quick actions when you long-press the app icon. 3. On iPad with a keyboard, Command+F opens search and Command+1 through 4 switch tabs. Privacy and Offline 1. The full command library works offline. No network required to read and learn. 2. No personal data collection, no ads, no third-party tracking. 3. The App Store public lookup API is used only when you manually check for updates. Whether you are new to Linux, a terminal power user, a developer comparing Windows and Linux commands, or an operator who needs a pocket reference on iPhone and iPad, iLinux is your shell command dictionary on the go. Built to teach and reference commands, not to emulate a terminal. Feedback and App Store ratings are welcome.
DroidShell
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DroidShell is a local-network ADB toolkit for your Android devices. Connect using Androidβs built-in Wireless debugging feature or classic ADB over TCP/IP. After pairing, you can run shell commands, view logcat output, mirror the screen and use basic navigation tools from your iPhone or iPad. Pairing requires physical access to the Android device and the pairing code shown on that device. DroidShell cannot connect to devices without ADB authorization. Features: β’ Wireless ADB pairing and connection β’ Classic ADB TCP/IP connection support β’ Interactive ADB shell terminal β’ Command history and reusable command snippets β’ Logcat viewer for debugging device output β’ Screen mirroring for supported devices β’ Touchscreen input mode for paired devices β’ Basic navigation buttons for Back, Home, App Switch and Power β’ Saved devices for faster reconnects β’ Local network workflow with no account required β’ One-time purchase, no subscription DroidShell is designed for developers, testers and technical users who need ADB tools for their own Android devices. Important: Use DroidShell only with devices you own or are allowed to debug. DroidShell does not bypass Android security and does not provide unauthorized access. DroidShell is an independent developer tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or officially connected to Google, Android, Genymobile, the Android Open Source Project or the scrcpy project.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: iLinux at $1.19 against DroidShell's $8.99. iLinux also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). DroidShell's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). On ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
iLinux costs $1.19 and DroidShell $8.99 up front. iLinux sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DroidShell asks for nothing beyond the download.
iLinux ships an update every 5 days, DroidShell daily. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iLinux | DroidShell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.19 β better | $8.99 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Daily β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Monetization | Paid | β |
| Best chart rank | #63 | #22 β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 18.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ε€©δ» δ½ | Jan Sallads |
In-app purchases
iLinux
- Reward developers$0.99
DroidShell
No in-app purchases









