Comparison

Genterminal vs DevRemote

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

Head to head
About

Genterminal

Features
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Genterminal is a fast, native SSH client for iPhone and iPad — built for developers and sysadmins who need a real terminal on the go. CONNECT • Full SSH support with password or private-key authentication • Works great with tmux and long-running sessions • Function-key bar (Ctrl, Alt, Esc, arrows, Tab) and an expanded key panel for everything your shell needs • CJK-correct rendering with a bundled monospace font TRANSFER • Built-in SFTP browser — upload, download, and preview files • Files land in the Files app under "On My iPhone → Terminal" SECURE • Host passwords, passphrases, and private keys are encrypted in a local vault • Your vault is unlocked only on-device with a password you choose • Secrets are end-to-end encrypted before they ever sync SYNC • Sign in to keep your hosts, identities, groups, and snippets in sync across your devices • Sign in with Apple, Google, or your Genspark account Genterminal keeps your screen awake while a session is connected so the OS won't drop it. Note: like all general-purpose iOS apps, sessions are suspended shortly after the app is backgrounded.

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DevRemote

Features
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Connect, control and manage compatible devices over your local network. DevRemote combines remote control, APK installation, screen viewing, file management and debugging tools for compatible phones, tablets and TVs with network debugging enabled. CONNECT • Discover nearby devices available for direct connection • Pair with a Wireless Debugging code or QR code when supported • Connect by IP address and connection port after the required authorization • Save devices for convenient reconnection REMOTE AND SCREEN • Navigate with a D-pad or touchpad and send text • Use Home, Back and Menu; control media, volume and power when supported • View the device screen and interact by tapping, dragging and swiping • Capture screenshots and recordings when supported APKs, APPS AND FILES • Install APKs on the connected device • Browse user and system apps; launch, uninstall and perform supported app actions • Browse accessible folders, download files and upload files to the device • Create folders, rename and delete items where permissions allow DEVICE TOOLS • Run Shell commands and view or filter Logcat output • Check device information, battery, memory and storage BEFORE YOU CONNECT The target device must support device debugging over the local network, with network debugging or Wireless Debugging enabled. Both devices must be able to communicate over that network. Pairing or on-device authorization may be required. Code and QR pairing require support on the target device. Pairing and connection ports are not interchangeable. Features vary by device, system version and permissions. This is not a universal remote for every TV. Protected or DRM video may not appear in screen viewing. APK installation, app management, file operations and Shell commands apply to the connected external device. APK files are not installed or executed on iOS. PRO Remote control, continued screen viewing and interaction, APK installation and app actions, file uploads and editing, Shell and Logcat require Pro. Pro is available as an annual subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. No DevRemote account is required. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://softfinch.com/devremote/privacy

Screenshots

Genterminal4 screens
DevRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Genterminal at none against DevRemote's 2. Genterminal also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. DevRemote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Genterminal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Genterminal ships an update weekly, DevRemote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Genterminal versus DevRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGenterminalDevRemote
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGENSPARK INCꖇꭦ 马

In-app purchases

None

Genterminal

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DevRemote

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Pro$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99

Questions

Is Genterminal free?
Genterminal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DevRemote free?
DevRemote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Genterminal or DevRemote have ads?
Neither Genterminal nor DevRemote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Genterminal or DevRemote?
Genterminal ships an update weekly, and DevRemote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Genterminal was updated on October 24, 2026 and DevRemote on October 27, 2026.

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