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iSH Shell

iSH Shell

Linux in your pocket

1.2K ratings
400 reviews
#17 in free Developer Tools
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  • Released
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  • October 22, 2020
  • May 21, 2023

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Theodore Dubois
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Experience a Linux-like command-line environment directly on your iOS device. This application allows you to perform common Linux operations such as editing, moving, and manipulating files using familiar commands.

βœ“Linux-like shell environment
βœ“File editing with sed and cat
βœ“File manipulation
βœ“Command-line operations
βœ“Pocket Linux experience
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of iSH Shell. Based on 1.2K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Developer Tools app.

Positive things

  • πŸš€Excellent Linux environment
  • πŸ‘Great for SSH and network utilities
  • πŸ’‘Allows running Linux apps on iOS
  • πŸ”’Secure and sandboxed
  • πŸ‘Customizable and flexible

Negative things

  • πŸ›Crashes and freezes
  • πŸ”‹Battery intensive
  • ⚠️Limited functionality compared to full Linux
  • ⚠️Outdated packages and dependencies
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What's New in iSH Shell

1.3.2

May 21, 2023

Fixed bugs: - Make better diagnostics work in the file provider too, to diagnose Files app issues

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Last updated on October 1, 2026.

User reviews

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So much potential

This is incredible, I wish we were not as limited in therms of available packages and such. Love the app, a big thanks to the developer!
SpatialAnimaSpatialAnima

cache

Works great but I often have 50 GB of cached data that I can’t delete. That might be an issue with rtorrent
MrEdman4MrEdman4

Best terminal app

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BOIII WAIT TS IS LITERALLY OPSEC

OPSEC GOD
Bayley BodlovicBayley Bodlovic

Very cool

Very lightweight and functional even on older iOS versions. Works great on my iPhone SE first gen. I managed to install yt-dlp and some other fun things like neofetch on it. Very neat little Linux container to play with. My only dislike is that it is a bit slow, but that isn’t much of a problem. I have nothing bad to say about this app. 5 stars.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Cursor focus issues

Bug

Incompatibility with certain commands and packages

Bug

Mounting issues with iOS file system

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for more Linux distributions

Feature

Improve performance and stability

Feature

Implement GUI support

Feature

Add shortcuts and automation features

Feature

FAQ

What does iSH Shell do?

iSH Shell provides a Linux-like command-line environment on your iOS device. It allows you to execute common Linux commands for tasks like editing files with tools such as sed and cat, moving files, and other file management operations.

What are the key features of iSH Shell?

Key features include a Linux-like shell, the ability to edit files using commands like sed and cat, and general file manipulation capabilities. It essentially brings a pocket Linux experience to your iPhone or iPad.

Is iSH Shell free to use?

Yes, iSH Shell is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app.

What can I use iSH Shell for?

You can use iSH Shell for various command-line tasks on your iOS device, such as basic file management, scripting, or learning Linux commands in a portable environment. It's useful for developers or anyone who needs terminal access on the go.