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Best Command Line Apps & Games

210+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good command line apps. We benchmark 210+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Command Line

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
#2in 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
Terminal##2

Terminal# by Vasiliy Shaydullin

SSH client
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.5😊(109 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#83in 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

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable
  • 🔒 Secure remote access
  • 💡 Useful keyboard shortcuts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs with text editor
  • 🔒 Concerns about password storage
  • 🔋 Issues with background operation
iSH Shell#3

iSH Shell by Theodore Dubois

Linux in your pocket
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(1.1K ratings)
Free
#17in Developer Tools
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent Linux environment
  • 👍 Great for SSH and network utilities
  • 💡 Allows running Linux apps on iOS
  • 🔒 Secure and sandboxed

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 Battery intensive
  • ⚠️ Limited functionality compared to full Linux

More Command Line apps to explore

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Termux
Termux
Termux
Terminal, SSH, iSH, FTP, Linux
Free
$9.99 | 100% OFF

This app is a powerful terminal emulator for iOS, offering quick and seamless access to remote servers. It allows for easy server management, command execution, and personalization of the terminal interface. Ideal for developers and system administrators working with remote systems.

Quick server connectionCustomizable terminal themesCustomizable keyboard layouts
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
5
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell
SSH Client, Shell Console Term
Free

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.

Interactive SSH terminalBuilt-in vi/vim editorMulti-session management
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
LibTerm
LibTerm
LibTerm
Command Line Shell
Free

This app provides a powerful command-line interface for iOS devices, enabling users to run various shell commands. It includes tools for coding in C, Python, and Lua, and allows for text file editing with syntax highlighting.

Command line interfaceCoding in C, Python, LuaText file editor
🛠️ Developer Tools
(799)
free
7
command_line
command_line
command_line
Terminal Hacker News reader
Free

A fast, terminal-style client for reading and participating in Hacker News discussions. Offers a focused interface with features like offline caching and story saving. Premium unlocks account actions and advanced tools for deeper engagement.

Terminal-inspired interfaceBrowse all story typesThreaded comment discussions
📡 News
(1)
freemium
8
a-Shell
a-Shell
a-Shell
*Local* Unix terminal (& ssh)
Free

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.

Local Unix terminal emulatorSSH clientFile transfer (scp, curl)
🛠️ Developer Tools
(61)
paid
9
Commands for Linux Terminal
Commands for Linux Terminal
Commands for Linux Terminal
linux command learning manual
Free

Access a comprehensive offline manual of Linux commands directly on your device. Quickly search and learn how to use various commands with detailed explanations in Markdown format. Ideal for developers and system administrators needing on-the-go reference.

Offline Linux command databaseDetailed command explanationsMarkdown formatted content
🛠️ Developer Tools
(193)
free with in-app purchases
10
Command Line Program
Command Line Program
Command Line Program
by Sami Salkosuo
Free

Access a variety of useful tools and information through a command-line interface on your iOS device. Perform tasks like checking weather, location, network status, converting formats, and retrieving data from various sources.

Time and timezone checksNetwork and location informationWeather forecasts
🔧 Utilities
(8)
free with in-app purchases
11
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
SSH & SFTP client since 2012!
Free

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.

SSH, SFTP, Telnet, Port Forwarding clientSecure authentication methodsIntegrated SFTP file management
🛠️ Developer Tools
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Unix/Linux CLI Commands
Unix/Linux CLI Commands
Unix/Linux CLI Commands
A pocket command-line guide
Free

Learn and reference essential commands for the Unix/Linux command line interface. This app provides instructions on how to use the most frequently encountered commands for system navigation and operation.

Most used Unix/Linux commandsCommand usage instructionsCommand line interface reference
🛠️ Developer Tools
(19)
free
13
CmdRef
CmdRef
CmdRef
A dictionary for Cmd Prompt
Free

This app serves as an offline, searchable dictionary for Windows Command Prompt (CMD) commands. It's designed as a learning tool for beginners and a quick reference for experts, helping users find commands quickly without needing internet access.

Offline searchable CMD dictionaryLearning tool for beginnersQuick reference for experts
🔍 Reference
(41)
free with in-app purchases
14
Network Toolbox Net security
Network Toolbox Net security
Network Toolbox Net security
WiFi Cell LAN scanning tools
Free

Analyze local and public networks for security issues and misconfigurations with over 50 tools. Features include IP scanning, port scanning, exploit tests, and SHODAN integration to expose online devices.

WiFi Network IP scanningPort scanningSHODAN scan engine
📊 Productivity
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Command-Line Calculator
Command-Line Calculator
Command-Line Calculator
Calculator with History
Free

This app offers a command-line interface for performing complex calculations, including chained operations, variable assignments, and advanced mathematical functions. It supports various number bases, constants, and provides a built-in help system for ease of use.

Command-line interfaceChained calculationsVariable assignment
🔧 Utilities
(5)
free
16
Terminal & SSH
Terminal & SSH
Terminal & SSH
SSH, SFTP, snippets, terminal
Free

Access and manage Linux or IoT devices securely from your mobile device. Offers SSH, SFTP, and a suite of network tools for command-line administration and file transfer. Includes a code editor and snippet manager for efficient workflow.

SSH connection with key authenticationSFTP file transferNetwork tools (ping, ifconfig, etc.)
🛠️ Developer Tools
(103)
free with in-app purchases
17
Command Line Fu
Command Line Fu
Command Line Fu
The best command line snippets
$1.99

Access a vast collection of command-line snippets shared by users. Browse, search, and expand your knowledge of powerful command-line tools and techniques. This app serves as a mobile gateway to a popular online resource for CLI enthusiasts.

Browse command-line snippetsSearch command-line archiveView most popular snippets
🔍 Reference
(1)
paid
18
Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers
Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers
Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers
Command, battle, dominate
Free

Command elite explorers and mercenaries in a new world forged by titans. Battle colossal monsters, build your squad, and engage in tactical RPG combat to survive and dominate. Forge alliances and defend your stronghold in this 4X MMO strategy game.

Explore a 3D map with multiple biomesRecruit and lead elite ChasersHunt, capture, and study Superspecies
🎮 Games
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Terminal Commands
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
20
Encode: Learn to Code
Encode: Learn to Code
Encode: Learn to Code
Learn coding at your pace
Free

Learn to code with interactive, bite-sized lessons designed for busy schedules. Master popular languages like Python, JavaScript, and SQL through hands-on exercises and challenges. Ideal for beginners, this app makes coding accessible and fun, offering certificates upon completion.

Bite-sized interactive lessonsHands-on coding exercisesLearn Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, SQL
📚 Education
(6.3K)
free with in-app purchases

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