PromptPager vs Herdie

PromptPager keeps you connected to coding agents and terminal sessions running on your Mac. See active Claude Code, Codex, opencode, and terminal sessions from your iPhone or iPad. When an agent needs a decision, PromptPager sends a notification to your iPhone and Apple Watch so you can approve, deny, choose an option, or send a response without returning to your desk. FEATURES • Monitor active coding-agent and terminal sessions • Read live session output from iPhone and iPad • Receive actionable notifications on iPhone and Apple Watch • Respond directly from your wrist • Discover your PromptPager bridge automatically on the local network • Pair securely with a one-time code • Use your own authenticated HTTPS push relay for closed-app delivery • No PromptPager account or subscription required HOW IT WORKS Run the open-source PromptPager bridge on your Mac, pair the app using the six-digit code shown by the bridge, and keep working with your preferred coding agent. PromptPager connects directly to infrastructure you control. The companion bridge supports Claude Code, Codex, opencode, and terminal/tmux sessions. Setup documentation and source code are available from the project website. PromptPager is an independent developer utility and is not affiliated with Anthropic, OpenAI, or SST/opencode.

Herdie brings your Herdr sessions to iPhone and iPad. Connect directly to your Mac or Linux host over SSH, check what your agents are doing, and send the next command. Your remote session keeps running when you leave the app. A terminal built for your phone Read terminal output behind floating controls, open the keyboard when you need it, or use the writing sheet for longer messages. Switch between running agents without leaving your session. Your hosts, one place Save SSH connections and reconnect with a tap. Use password authentication, an OpenSSH private key, or SSH none authentication for compatible hosts such as Tailscale SSH. Herdie asks you to verify new host keys and flags changes. Direct connections Terminal traffic travels directly between your device and your host. Passwords and private keys are stored in iOS Keychain. There is no Herdie account, terminal relay, or analytics SDK. Make it yours Choose a terminal theme and font size, customize the keyboard shortcuts, and use light or dark appearance. Herdie is free and open source. It requires a reachable SSH host with Herdr installed. It does not include a hosted computer or an AI subscription.