Best apps like xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

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.

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4.5😊(153 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#72in 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)
4.6😊(553 ratings)
Free
#18in Developer Tools
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Run a full Unix-like terminal environment on your iOS device. Execute a wide range of commands, edit files, and even program using included interpreters and compilers. Supports multitasking and integration with Shortcuts.

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
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

  • 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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This app offers a powerful integrated development environment for Python, C, and C++ on iOS devices. It includes a Python interpreter with extensive libraries, a C/C++ compiler, a terminal, and a code editor with advanced features like code completion and debugging.

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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 acts as a web debugging proxy, allowing you to capture and inspect HTTP/HTTPS traffic directly from your iPhone or iPad. It decrypts requests and responses, offers advanced debugging tools, and ensures your sensitive data remains on your device.

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