| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Terminal apps | 8.3 (#9) | 8.3 (#10) |
| Spec score · Terminal Emulators | 8.0 (#20) | 8.0 (#21) |
| GPU acceleration | Yes | Yes |
| Scripting | iTerm2 documents a Python API and scripting fundamentals; AppleScript scripting is marked deprecated. | The kittens framework lets users add terminal tools such as image viewing, file diffing, remote file editing, and Unicode input. |
| Scripting API | Yes | Yes |
| Split panes | A tab can be divided into vertically or horizontally arranged panes, each showing a different session. | Yes |
| SSH support | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The site directs users with problems or ideas to its bug tracker, forum, or the maintainer by email. | The official documentation includes a frequently asked questions page covering usage and troubleshooting topics. |
| Supported platforms | macos | Linux,macOS |
