Onepilot is a mobile-first agentic IDE for iPhone. It lets you SSH into any remote server, deploy and manage AI agents, browse files, manage git repos, and schedule cron jobs — all from your pocket.

What kind of servers can I connect to?

Pretty much anything you can SSH into. Your personal computer, a cloud server on AWS or Hetzner, a Raspberry Pi in your closet, a Docker container, your company's jump host — it all works. Just enter your credentials and you're in.

How does Onepilot connect to my server?

Onepilot connects via SSH with support for password and key-based authentication. Simply add your server credentials, and you get a full terminal, file browser, and agent deployment — all through a native iOS interface.

What AI agents can I deploy with Onepilot?

Onepilot supports multiple agent frameworks, with an agent-agnostic architecture designed to work with any terminal-based agent. You can deploy agents with customizable personalities, connect them to 23+ LLM providers, and control them via Telegram, Discord, or Slack.

Yes — everything you need is free to get started. You bring your own servers and API keys, so there are no hosting fees or hidden costs.

What LLM providers are supported?

Onepilot supports 23+ LLM providers including Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI, Google Gemini, Mistral, Groq, DeepSeek, xAI, Perplexity, Ollama, and many more. You can also add custom providers.

How is Onepilot different from Termius or Blink Shell?

While Termius and Blink are SSH clients, Onepilot is an agentic IDE. Beyond terminal access, it provides AI agent deployment and management, a soul designer for agent personalities, cron job scheduling, git integration, and a file browser — all designed for the AI-native developer workflow.

Is my server data secure?

Yes. All credentials are stored in the iOS Keychain and never transmitted to any third party. SSH connections are end-to-end encrypted. Agent API keys are stored locally on your device and deployed directly to your servers.

Can I run AI coding agents from my iPhone?

Yes. Onepilot lets you deploy and manage AI coding agents directly from your iPhone. Set up an agent on your remote server through a guided wizard, pick your LLM provider and messaging channel, and your agent is live — all without touching a laptop.

Does Onepilot work with AWS, Hetzner, or DigitalOcean?

Yes. Onepilot works with any server you can SSH into — AWS EC2, Hetzner Cloud, DigitalOcean Droplets, Google Cloud VMs, Linode, Vultr, Oracle Cloud, Raspberry Pi, home lab machines, Docker containers, and more.

Can I use Onepilot as a mobile IDE?

Yes. Onepilot is a full mobile IDE with a real terminal, file browser with syntax highlighting for 20+ languages, git integration (diffs, commits, branches), cron job management, and AI agent deployment. It goes well beyond a basic SSH client.

How do I deploy an AI agent on a remote server?

Open Onepilot, connect to your server via SSH, then tap Deploy Agent. A step-by-step wizard guides you through choosing your agent framework, LLM provider, API keys, and messaging channels. Your agent is deployed and running in minutes.

What is the best mobile SSH client for developers in 2026?

For developers who want more than just a terminal, Onepilot is the most capable option. Unlike Termius or Blink Shell which focus on SSH access, Onepilot combines a full terminal with AI agent deployment, file browsing, git tools, and cron management — purpose-built for the AI-native developer workflow.

Which AI agent is better for iPhone, Codex CLI or Claude Code?

It depends on the task. Claude Code excels at complex refactoring, architecture decisions, and multi-file changes. Codex CLI is strong at precise, scoped tasks. Both work well when deployed from your iPhone using Onepilot.

Can I switch between Codex and Claude Code on my iPhone?

Yes. Onepilot for iPhone supports both agents. You can deploy Codex for one task and Claude Code for another — even on the same server. Just pick the agent you want when starting a session from iOS.

Codex CLI vs Claude Code: Which AI Agent for iPhone?

Two AI coding agents dominate in 2026: OpenAI's Codex CLI and Anthropic's Claude Code. Both are terminal-native, both run on remote servers, and both can be deployed from your phone. Here's how they compare.

Quick Comparison

Feature	Codex CLI	Claude Code
Company	OpenAI	Anthropic
Open Source	Yes	No
Best At	Precise, scoped tasks	Complex refactoring
Multi-file Edits	Good	Excellent
Context Window	Large	Very Large (200k+)
Sandbox Mode	Yes (default)	Approval-based
Pricing	API usage	Subscription or API
Terminal UI	Minimal	Rich (diffs, tools)

Codex CLI — The Precise Executor

Codex is open-source and runs with a sandbox by default — it can't break things unless you let it. It follows instructions literally, which is a strength for well-defined tasks.

Where it shines:

Writing functions to spec — "implement a JWT validation middleware that checks expiry and role claims"
Bug fixes with clear reproduction steps
Test generation for existing code
Infrastructure scripts and configuration

Claude Code — The Architect

Claude Code has a larger context window and excels at tasks that require understanding the full picture before making changes. It reads broadly, plans, then executes.

Where it shines:

Multi-file refactoring — "migrate the auth system from sessions to JWT across all routes"
Architecture decisions — "evaluate whether this should be a microservice or stay monolithic"
Codebase exploration — "explain the data flow from API request to database write"
Complex debugging with unclear root causes

On iPhone: Which to Pick?

When deploying from your phone via Onepilot, consider the task type:

Quick, scoped fix? → Codex. It's faster for targeted changes.
Large refactor or investigation? → Claude Code. It handles ambiguity better.
Overnight task? → Claude Code. Its planning ability pays off on long-running work.
Cost-sensitive? → Codex. Pay-per-use API pricing can be cheaper for small tasks.

The Real Answer: Use Both

Onepilot supports both agents on the same server. Use Codex for your quick tasks and Claude Code for the deep work. The best mobile AI workflow isn't about picking one — it's about matching the right agent to each task.

See all your options in our best AI coding agents for mobile guide. Or learn how to set up Claude Code specifically in Claude Code on iPhone.