Best Command Line Program Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the command line program category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 249+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Command Line Program Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Command Line ProgramCommand Line ProgramFree2.1★ (8)NoYesMay 2026
2CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, PingCMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, PingFree5.0★ (76)YesNoAug 2026
3iSH ShelliSH ShellFree4.7★ (1.2K)NoNoAug 2026
4Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesAug 2026
5command_linecommand_lineFree5.0★ (1)NoYesJul 2026
6CmdRefCmdRefFree4.3★ (43)YesYesAug 2026
7LibTermLibTermFree4.5★ (804)NoNoAug 2026
8WebSSH - Sysadmin ToolboxWebSSH - Sysadmin ToolboxFree4.7★ (2.5K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Command Line Program

Command Line Program#1

Command Line Program by Sami Salkosuo

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
2.1(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping#2

CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping by Sunandan Sekhar Das

SSH client & network tools
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
5.0(76 ratings)
FreeAds
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This app transforms your mobile device into a professional network diagnostic terminal. It offers essential command-line tools for system administrators, network engineers, and developers to troubleshoot and manage networks on the go.

iSH Shell#3

iSH Shell by Theodore Dubois

Linux in your pocket
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(1.2K ratings)
Free
#15in 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 Program apps to explore

4
Termius - Modern SSH Client
Termius - Modern SSH Client
Termius - Modern SSH Client
SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Free

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.

SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP supportVirtual keyboard with special keysMulti-tab interface and split-view
🛠️ Developer Tools
(19K)
freemium
5
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
6
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
(43)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
(804)
free
8
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
9
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
10
Command Line Basics
Command Line Basics
Command Line Basics
Practice Terminal Daily
Free
📚 Education
(0)
11
CmdDeck: IT Command Reference
CmdDeck: IT Command Reference
CmdDeck: IT Command Reference
Offline command & fix guides
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
12
Termify - AI SSH Terminal
Termify - AI SSH Terminal
Termify - AI SSH Terminal
SFTP, CMD, PuTTY, Terminus
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
13
C Program
C Program
C Program
C Program - offline
Free
📚 Books
(0)
14
a-Shell mini
a-Shell mini
a-Shell mini
*Local* Unix terminal (& ssh)
Free

Run Unix commands locally on your iOS device with a powerful terminal emulator. Supports file transfer, editing, scripting with Python and Lua, and network utilities. Integrates with Shortcuts and supports multiple windows for multitasking.

Local Unix terminal emulatorSSH clientFile transfer (scp, curl)
🛠️ Developer Tools
(113)
paid
15
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Terminal Commands
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
16
LinuxCmdQ&A
LinuxCmdQ&A
LinuxCmdQ&A
by satoshi goto
Free

Prepare for Linux command-line interviews and exams with this interactive Q&A tool. It helps you test and improve your knowledge of essential commands.

Interview preparationExam practiceSkill checking
📚 Education
(1)
ad-supported
17
RemoteStash
RemoteStash
RemoteStash
by Brice Rosenzweig
Free

Easily share text, pictures, and data between your phone and computer command line. Requires a companion script installed on your computer. Push content from your shell to the app or send photos from your phone to the command line.

Share pictures and textCommand line integrationPush content to app
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
free
18
Terminal Drill
Terminal Drill
Terminal Drill
Master the Linux command line.
Free
📚 Education
(0)
19
Delta - Game Collection
Delta - Game Collection
Delta - Game Collection
welcome to Delta Executor
Free

Learn command line skills with interactive, hands-on practice. Master essential terminal commands through guided exercises and step-by-step instructions. This app provides a practical environment for developing your command-line proficiency.

Interactive terminal learningHands-on command line practiceGuided practices
🎬 Entertainment
(1.8K)
ad-supported
20
Get Good: Linux
Get Good: Linux
Get Good: Linux
Learn Linux by doing
$0.99
📚 Education
(0)

FAQ about Command Line Program

What are the best command line program apps for iPhone?
Command Line Program tops our command line program apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 2.1-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top command line program apps we rank are free to download, including Command Line Program and CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping.
Command Line Program has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ command line program apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Command Line Program is a collection of various commands for iOS that utilize a command-line interface. It's designed to provide quick access to information and perform system tasks without being a full shell.
Command Line Program is supported on both iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to function across Apple's mobile operating system.