Best apps like Shelly - SSH Client

26+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
10 free apps
Updated August 2026

Whether you want more options like Shelly or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 26+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Shelly

Termius - Modern SSH Client#1

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Developer Tools
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This app provides a modern SSH client and terminal for seamless remote access across devices. It offers a desktop-grade terminal experience with advanced features like multi-tab support, custom themes, and saved commands. Securely manage connections and credentials with cloud sync and hardware key authentication.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth and fast
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure with SSH/SFTP support
  • 💡 Useful features like port forwarding

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
SSH Client - Terminal & Termux#2

SSH Client - Terminal & Termux by Moon Technolabs Pvt Ltd

SFTP, iSH, PuTTY, Telnet & Cmd
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
3.6😊(404 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#36in Developer Tools
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This app provides a powerful and advanced SSH and Telnet client for managing remote servers on iOS and Mac. It offers robust features like multi-session support, customizable terminals, and SFTP file transfer capabilities for seamless server administration.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and convenient SFTP
  • 🔒 Secure SSH app
  • 👍 Easy session reconnection
  • 👍 Very easy port forwarding

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Can't try without subscription
  • 🐛 Took my server password then told me it costs
  • 🐛 Quality Garbage
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell#3

xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell by 婉媚 邵

SSH Client, Shell Console Term
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😐(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#21in Developer Tools
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Manage servers remotely with a fast and secure SSH terminal client. Features include a powerful editor, multi-session management, file transfer, and advanced security options. Ideal for IT professionals and developers needing to control servers from anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast connections
  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 💡 Useful app
  • 👍 Great support team

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs

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This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing remote servers. It offers secure SSH, SFTP, Telnet, and Port Forwarding capabilities, along with file management and built-in diagnostic utilities. Customize your workflow with extensive profile options for a seamless server management experience.

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This app provides a fast SSH terminal and remote file access, seamlessly integrating your SSH servers with your iOS device. It offers advanced text editing gestures, drag-and-drop file management, and built-in tmux support for persistent sessions. Access your server's file system directly within the Files app and automate transfers via Shortcuts.

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Connect to servers via SSH, Telnet, and SFTP with robust features like key authentication, file management, and proxy support. Customize your terminal experience with adaptive settings and save frequently used commands.

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Manage servers securely with a full-featured terminal and performance insights. Monitor load, memory, I/O, and network activity with live charts. Edit files, manage processes, and save command snippets for efficient remote access.

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