Termite vs SSH, FTP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Termite
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Termite is a native SSH terminal for iPhone, iPad, and Mac built for developers who live in the shell. Connect to any server over SSH, keep your work alive with tmux, and get a push notification the moment a long-running command finishes even after you've closed the app. FEATURES β’ Full SSH client : connect with password or key, with secure Keychain storage and host-key verification β’ tmux session persistence : detach, switch devices, and pick up exactly where you left off β’ Finish alerts : a push notification when a build, deploy, or long command completes β’ Split-pane terminals : run multiple sessions side by side on iPad and Mac β’ SFTP file transfer : browse, upload, and download files β’ Port forwarding : secure tunnels to your remote services β’ Snippets : save and run your common commands with one tap β’ AI command composer : describe what you want in plain English and get the shell command, with a safeguard that flags destructive commands before anything runs β’ Native on every device : SwiftUI, keyboard shortcuts, and a real terminal engine Sign in with Apple, Google, or an email code. Your SSH credentials stay on-device in the Keychain. Termite is free to download. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
SSH, FTP
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Take your server management on the go. Termina is a modern, fast, and highly secure SSH client and terminal emulator designed for both mobile phones and tablets. Whether you are a system administrator, developer, or network engineer, Termina provides a desktop-grade terminal experience right in the palm of your hand. Manage your remote servers, run scripts, and monitor logs seamlessly with our intuitive interface and robust feature set. Key Features: β’ Desktop-Grade Terminal: Powered by a fully compatible xterm engine, ensuring seamless support for complex command-line applications like vim, nano, htop, and tmux. β’ Multi-Session Management: Run and switch between multiple SSH sessions simultaneously without losing your workflow. Perfect for multitasking across different servers. β’ Top-Tier Security: Your data is safe. Host credentials and passwords are encrypted and stored safely using your deviceβs native hardware-backed secure storage. β’ SSH Key Authentication: Import and manage your private keys (RSA, Ed25519, ECDSA) easily. No need to type passwords every time. β’ Tablet Optimized: Designed to take full advantage of larger screens. Enjoy a split-screen or expanded view for maximum productivity on your tablet. β’ Modern & Clean UI: A distraction-free, customizable interface with carefully crafted typography and smooth animations. β’ Quick Actions & Snippets: [If applicable: Save your frequently used commands and execute them with a single tap.] Privacy & Security First Termina never tracks your keystrokes or sends your server data to third parties. All SSH connections are established directly from your device to your server. Termina Pro (In-App Purchases): Unlock the full potential of Termina with our Pro version! *(Modify these based on your actual IAP features)* - Unlimited saved hosts and key pairs - Advanced terminal customization (themes, fonts, colors) - Background session keeping Experience the most elegant and reliable way to manage your servers. Download Termina today and stay connected to your infrastructure wherever you go!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Termite at every 4 days against SSH, FTP's monthly. SSH, FTP's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Termite ships an update every 4 days, SSH, FTP monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Termite | SSH, FTP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days β better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.6 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sentryline Labs Private Limited | Chang Joo Park |
In-app purchases
Termite
No in-app purchases
SSH, FTP
No in-app purchases









