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SeKey vs Termius

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

SeKey

7.0
Security & Privacy

Use Touch ID or Secure Enclave for SSH authentication

Termius

7.5
Developer Tools

SSH client

Metric SeKey Termius
Category Security & Privacy Developer Tools
AI Score 7.0 7.5
30-day Installs 5 1.3K
90-day Installs 8 4.1K
365-day Installs 56 14.1K
Version 0.1 9.38.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 2.5K 559
GitHub Forks 79 70
Open Issues 32 58
License MIT NOASSERTION
Language Rust Python
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 1y ago
First Seen Jan 5, 2018 Feb 15, 2019

Reviews

SeKey

SeKey is a unique macOS app that leverages Touch ID or the Secure Enclave for secure SSH authentication, offering developers and security-conscious users a convenient and encrypted way to manage SSH keys.

SeKey acts as an SSH agent that uses Touch ID or the Secure Enclave for authentication, eliminating the need for traditional SSH key management.

Pros

  • + Uses Touch ID or Secure Enclave for secure and convenient SSH authentication
  • + Built in Rust, offering strong security and reliability
  • + Integrates well with macOS ecosystem

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, requiring manual checks for updates
  • - Limited installs over the past 30 days, suggesting lower adoption

Termius

Termius is a modern, cross-platform SSH client that offers a sleek user interface and session sharing capabilities. It supports multiple platforms and provides developers and system administrators with a reliable tool for remote access. The app's ability to share terminal sessions in real-time is a unique feature that sets it apart from traditional SSH clients.

Termius provides a secure and modern SSH client for accessing terminals remotely across different platforms.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support for Mac, Windows, and Linux
  • + Modern and user-friendly interface with session sharing capabilities
  • + Auto-updates ensure the latest features and security patches
  • + High installation count indicates popularity and reliability
  • + Active development with recent commits

Cons

  • - Lacks support for sz and rz commands
  • - Some users report stability issues with the app disappearing
  • - Open GitHub issues may indicate ongoing development challenges