Choose Terminal when…
Your agents live on Macs in herdr, and you want to move between projects across those Macs from one list. The same workflow follows you to Terminal for Mac with Handoff.
Which one fits your work?
We make Terminal. Here’s why you might choose it, and why you might choose Moshi.
Choose Moshi when…
You use Android or a Linux or Windows desktop, or prefer tmux or Zellij. Moshi also offers agent chat, Apple Watch actions and an approval inbox through its optional helper.
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| At a glance | Terminal | Moshi |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Every agent on every Mac in one native list. | Mobile and desktop terminals with an optional agent inbox and chat view. |
| Client platforms | iPhone, iPad and Mac. App Store launch coming soon. | iPhone, iPad, Android; desktop on macOS, Linux and Windows. |
| Working with agents | herdr panes sorted by who needs you; answer from the Lock Screen. | Optional moshi-hook adds status, approvals and agent integrations; some features require Pro. |
| Connections | SSH and Mosh. Tailscale for the paired-Mac workflow. | SSH; Mosh and experimental Eternal Terminal with Pro. |
| Host setup | Terminal Bridge and herdr on each Mac. iCloud Keychain for automatic pairing, or pair by QR code. | SSH access to your host. Optional moshi-hook; integrates with tmux, herdr and Zellij. |
| Cost | Free, with no account to make. | Desktop is free. Mobile has a free tier; Pro adds Mosh, multiplexer integration and unlimited inbox actions by subscription or lifetime purchase. |
Reviewed November 3, 2026 against official sources. Features and plans can change; check current details before choosing.
Terminal’s agent workflow needs herdr and Terminal Bridge on your Macs, with Tailscale for access from your phone. Without herdr, it’s a plain SSH and Mosh terminal for Mac and Linux. See Terminal’s setup and FAQ.
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