Comparison

Termite vs OrbitSSH

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

Head to head
About

Termite

Features
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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 • Full SSH client : connect with password or key, with secure Keychain storage and host-key verification • tmux session persistence : detach, switch devices, and pick up exactly where you left off • Finish alerts : a push notification when a build, deploy, or long command completes • Split-pane terminals : run multiple sessions side by side on iPad and Mac • SFTP file transfer : browse, upload, and download files • Port forwarding : secure tunnels to your remote services • Snippets : save and run your common commands with one tap • 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 • 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/

About

OrbitSSH

Features
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OrbitSSH is a modern SSH and SFTP client for iPhone and iPad. Connect directly to the servers you manage and work from a focused mobile terminal. TERMINAL WORKFLOW • Open SSH sessions in tabs or Split View • Use tmux sessions and terminal tools built for touch • Save server groups, startup directories, commands, and snippets FILES AND SERVER INSIGHT • Browse and manage remote files over SFTP • Monitor server metrics and view containers • Keep several servers organized in one place PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Connections go directly from your device to your servers • Passwords and private keys stay in the iOS Keychain • Host-key changes are detected and shown to you • Optional Face ID app lock protects saved servers • Voice input and smart formatting use on-device Apple features OrbitSSH has no account, no ads, and no tracking. Use it with your compatible SSH servers. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Termite4 screens
OrbitSSH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Termite at none against OrbitSSH's 2. OrbitSSH's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support 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. OrbitSSH sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per year. Termite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Termite versus OrbitSSH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTermiteOrbitSSH
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSentryline Labs Private LimitedDaniel Dobrowolski

In-app purchases

None

Termite

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

OrbitSSH

Subscriptions1
  • OrbitSSH Pro Annual14 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • OrbitSSH Pro Lifetime$499.99

Questions

Is Termite free?
Termite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OrbitSSH free?
OrbitSSH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Termite or OrbitSSH have ads?
Neither Termite nor OrbitSSH shows ads.

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