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Updated November 2026
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell
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Whether you want more options like xTerminal or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to xTerminal

Terminal##1

Terminal# by Vasilii Shaidullin

SSH client
Editor's Choice
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.5😊(163 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#67in Developer Tools
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This app provides a secure and convenient way to manage your servers directly from your mobile device. It offers a powerful terminal interface for efficient server management on the go, with an intuitive design suitable for all users.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸš€ Reliable and stable
  • πŸ”’ Secure remote access
  • πŸ’‘ Useful keyboard shortcuts
  • πŸ‘ Clutter-free interface

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional bugs with text editor
  • πŸ”’ Concerns about password storage
  • πŸ”‹ Issues with background operation
a-Shell#2

a-Shell by Nicolas Holzschuch

Local Unix terminal (& ssh)
Strong Contender
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.6😊(568 ratings)
Free
#21in Developer Tools
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This app provides a local Unix terminal emulator for iOS devices, enabling users to run various Unix commands, edit files, and process data. It includes support for multiple programming languages and network utilities, with integration for iOS Shortcuts and multi-window functionality.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Powerful terminal with Linux commands
  • πŸ‘ Useful for programming and development
  • πŸ”’ Secure and reliable
  • πŸ’‘ Impressive capabilities for an iOS app
  • πŸ‘ Helpful documentation and developer support

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional crashes and bugs
  • πŸ” Limited customization options
  • πŸ” Missing some basic terminal features
  • πŸ” Compatibility issues with certain packages
Termius - Modern SSH Client#3

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Worth Considering
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.7😊(20K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Developer Tools
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This app provides a modern, productive, and collaborative SSH client experience for remote access. It offers one-tap connections, a desktop-grade terminal, multi-tab support, and advanced security features. Enhance your command-line workflow with smart autocompletion and AI-powered command generation.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Smooth and fast
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive and easy to use
  • πŸ”’ Secure with SSH/SFTP support
  • πŸ’‘ Useful features like port forwarding
  • πŸ‘ Customizable keyboard and themes
  • πŸš€ Reliable and stable
  • πŸ‘ Convenient for remote access

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription model
  • πŸ› Occasional crashes and bugs
  • πŸ”‹ Drains battery quickly
  • πŸ€” Aggressive upselling of premium features

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