Comparison

Nodeterm vs RESTful API Client

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

Head to head
About

Nodeterm

Access your servers and persistent terminal sessions from your mobile device. Seamlessly connect via SSH or QR code pairing, and pick up your work exactly where you left off across different devices. Offers advanced features for Pro users, including voice dictation and file uploads.

Highlights
  • SSH and tmux support
  • QR code server pairing
  • Persistent session management
  • Hardware keyboard support
  • Voice dictation (Pro)
  • File and photo upload (Pro)
Features
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nodeterm puts your terminals in your pocket. Connect to any server over SSH, or pair your Mac in seconds with a QR code and reach it from anywhere. Your tmux sessions stay exactly where you left them β€” attach, detach, and pick up long-running work across devices. Built as the mobile companion to nodeterm on the desktop, it keeps you close to your workflow when you step away from your machine. FEATURES β€’ SSH & tmux β€” attach to persistent sessions; nothing is lost when you disconnect β€’ Pair your desktop with a QR code β€” no port forwarding, no VPN β€’ Live agent status β€” see when Claude, Codex or Gemini are working or need you β€’ A real terminal β€” hardware-keyboard support, gestures, and a fast native renderer β€’ Projects & sessions β€” jump straight back into what you were doing β€’ Voice dictation β€” speak prompts into your terminal (Pro) β€’ File & photo upload β€” send files straight to your server (Pro) β€’ Custom themes β€” make it yours (Pro) FREE & PRO Start free with 5 connections a month β€” reconnecting to the same server on the same day is always free. Go Pro for unlimited connections, remote relay access from anywhere, voice dictation, file upload and custom themes. SUBSCRIPTIONS nodeterm Pro is available as an auto-renewable subscription: β€’ Pro Monthly β€” $9.99 per month β€’ Pro Yearly β€” $79.99 per year A one-time Pro Lifetime purchase is also available. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://nodeterm.dev/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Your terminal, everywhere.

About

RESTful API Client

Features
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RESTfull API is a fast, secure, and powerful REST API client built for developers. Test, debug, and explore your API endpoints directly from your deviceβ€”without depending on cloud-based API testing services. Whether you're working with REST APIs, microservices, or backend integrations, RESTfull API helps you streamline API development while keeping your projects and data stored locally. Features * Import and browse **OpenAPI 3.x (Swagger)** specifications. * Test **REST API** endpoints with support for custom HTTP headers. * Configure reusable global (site) headers and endpoint-specific headers. * Securely store API definitions locally on your device. * Save and organize API requests for quick access and reuse. * Store API responses locally for debugging, testing, and documentation. * Automatically combine global headers with endpoint headers for every request. * Designed for offline use, giving you complete control over your API data. Perfect For * API Developers * Backend Developers * Mobile Developers * Web Developers * DevOps Engineers * QA Engineers * Software Testers RESTfull API is a lightweight, privacy-focused API testing tool that helps you inspect, debug, and manage REST APIs efficiently. Keep your API collections, requests, and responses on your device while enjoying a fast and reliable development workflow. REST API, API Client, OpenAPI, Swagger, REST Client, HTTP Client, API Testing, JSON, Backend Development, Web Services, Developer Tools, API Debugging, RESTful API, HTTP Requests.

Screenshots

Nodeterm4 screens
RESTful API Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RESTful API Client at none against Nodeterm's 3. RESTful API Client also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Nodeterm's advantage is chart position (#65 vs unranked). On price and ads 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

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

Both are free to download. Nodeterm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. RESTful API Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 5 level
Nodeterm versus RESTful API Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNodetermRESTful API Client
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFreemiumβ€”
Best chart rank#65 β€” betterβ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.015.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size35 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEnes KircaDieudonne Gwanmesia

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Nodeterm

Subscriptions2
  • nodeterm Pro β€” Monthly$9.991 Month
  • nodeterm Pro β€” Yearly$79.991 Year
One-time1
  • nodeterm Pro β€” Lifetime$299.00
None

RESTful API Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nodeterm free?
Nodeterm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RESTful API Client free?
RESTful API Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nodeterm or RESTful API Client have ads?
Neither Nodeterm nor RESTful API Client shows ads.

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