Best apps like iVim

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated July 2026

Looking for something like iVim? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to iVim

SSH Term - Secure Remote Shell#1

SSH Term - Secure Remote Shell by WHATSTICKER APPS SRL

Server Terminal Client & SFTP
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.2(13 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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A private SSH client for Mac, iPhone, and iPad offering full terminal and SCP functionality with live resource monitoring. All credentials remain on your device, ensuring 100% privacy. Offers premium features via subscription.

Edhita: Text Editor#2

Edhita: Text Editor by Tatsuya Tobioka

Open source text editing app.
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.5(22 ratings)
FreeAds
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This open-source application provides robust text editing capabilities for iOS devices. It allows users to manage files and directories, view content in a built-in browser, and download files via HTTPS. The app also offers convenient features like an accessory view for symbol input and markdown preview.

iCurlHTTP#3

iCurlHTTP by Jason Cox

Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.4(30 ratings)
Free
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Test web server responses with cURL-like functionality on your iPhone or iPad. Simulate various browsers and inspect raw HTTP headers and HTML. Analyze network performance with detailed timing information.

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iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
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This app provides a powerful and simple client for connecting to remote servers via SSH or Telnet on your iPhone and iPad. It supports various authentication methods, server list management, and secure key handling, making remote server access convenient.

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SimplePi for Raspberry Pi
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SimplePi for Raspberry Pi
Monitor, Control & Manage rPi
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Manage your Raspberry Pi from your iPhone or iPad. Monitor system activity with graphs, run custom commands, and access a terminal shell. Includes widgets, file browsing, and support for multiple Pis.

Monitor CPU, Memory, Temperature, Disk UsageRun custom commands with one tapFull terminal shell access
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Terminal Emulator Plus
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This utility app provides access to various shell types for simplified terminal-optimized tasks. It features a friendly web front-end for quick functions like conversions and calculations.

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ServerBox
ServerBox
ServerBox
ssh & sftp & docker and more
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Manage your Linux servers remotely with SSH and SFTP. Control Docker containers and utilize experimental snippet features. Ping your servers to check connectivity.

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TLS Inspector
TLS Inspector
TLS Inspector
Trust & Safety On-the-go.
Free

Inspect TLS certificates for any domain or IP address to understand trust and safety. Detect man-in-the-middle attacks by highlighting invalid certificates. Access detailed certificate properties and integrate with your browser.

Input domain or IP for inspectionInspect websites via browser extensionView entire issue chain and trust status
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Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
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Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Linux, Telnet & PuTTY manager
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This advanced client provides developers with a streamlined way to manage Linux, SSH, Telnet, and SFTP connections. It offers features like AI assistance for server building, multi-tab management, and integrated editors to enhance productivity and simplify remote access.

SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP supportAI chatbot for server building assistancePersonalized themes and fonts per connection
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Dataplicity
Dataplicity
Dataplicity
by MachineForest Ltd
Free

Access your Raspberry Pi shell remotely from any network without complex configurations like dynamic DNS or port forwarding. This secure solution uses a client-initiated connection, eliminating the need for SSH or open ports on your device.

Remote shell accessNo dynamic DNS neededNo port forwarding required
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