Blink Shell, Build & Code

Name: Blink Shell, Build & Code
Rating: 3.1 (412 reviews)
Author: Blink Shell, Inc

By: Blink Shell, Inc App

The Pro tool for developers

Overview

Version:

18.6.3

Last updated: 2026-07-14

Features & Capabilities

Blink Shell transforms iOS into a desktop-grade terminal with Mosh and SSH for stable, fast connections and full configuration, making it an all-day tool for developers on the go. Start your 14-day free trial now!

Blink Code brings VS Code-style editing on local or remote projects, and Blink Build adds remote runtimes (subscription required) to your workflow. The suite includes SSH with PKI, SFTP, port forwarding, Secure Enclave keys, Files.app integration, and more—delivering a portable, powerful development environment in your pocket.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Developer Tools Programming

By:

Blink Shell, Inc

Rating:

3.10

(412)

Version:

18.6.3 Last updated: 2026-07-14

Version code:

888182319

Creation date:

2022-02-09

Compatible devices:

Size:

229.95MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-22

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 101,792 ▼ 339

Other rankings

#65 in leetcode keyword 17 ▼ 10#90 in developer tools keyword 60 ▼ 18#91 in codes keyword 46 ▼ 50

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Developed by:

Blink Shell, Inc

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/blink-shell-build-code/id1594898306

Website:

https://blink.sh

User Reviews

Blink Shell is a powerful, feature-rich iOS terminal that excels for mobile coding and remote workflows, offering SSH/Mosh, port forwarding, and strong keyboard support. However, widespread concerns about its pricing model, licensing changes, and ongoing UX/UI issues on iPadOS dampen its appeal. The capabilities are strong, but the business practices and usability frustrations drive significant dissatisfaction.

Pros

Powerful feature set for iOS/iPadOS terminals (SSH, Mosh, port forwarding, netcat, ping) with multi-tab/window support and profiles.
Excellent for mobile coding on iPad with external keyboards, enabling near-desktop workflows (remote work, Vim/local editing, VPN/Tailscale).
Strong keyboard/macro support and Mac-like keybindings for efficient remote development (e.g., tab management, shortcuts).

Cons

Pricing and licensing concerns: forced free trials, a shift to recurring subscriptions, and reports of poor grandfathering of previously purchased licenses.
UX and iPadOS reliability issues: ongoing usability complaints and specific UI bugs (eg, window controls on iPadOS) that affect day-to-day use.
Onboarding friction: difficulty evaluating the app before purchase due to trial requirements and sudden billing prompts.
Trust/ethics concerns raised by users about business practices.

Recent reviews

The description states, “Blink Shell Classic $0.00”. There is no “Classic” option. There is no “Free trial.” There is no $9.99 version. It is all a lie. You must pay $19.99 before you can get past the app’s initial screen. Blink on that.