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Best Free Ssh Client Apps

228+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Out of 228+ free ssh client apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Free Ssh Client

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
#3in 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
Easy SSH#2

Easy SSH by Argsment Limited

Pure SSH Terminal Experience
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.3(22 ratings)
Free
#67in Developer Tools
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Connect to remote SSH servers with a powerful and intuitive terminal. Streamline your workflow with a clean interface, host management, and customizable options. Enjoy a distraction-free, secure, and fast experience.

Shelly - SSH Client#3

Shelly - SSH Client by Ville Makynen

SSH Terminal, Shell, Console
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.4😊(271 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#89in Developer Tools
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A powerful and user-friendly SSH client for mobile devices. It offers robust terminal emulation, gesture controls, and customizable keyboard shortcuts for efficient remote server management. Supports key-based authentication and iCloud sync.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Lightweight and fast
  • 👍 Customizable keyboard and gestures
  • 🔒 Supports SSH key authentication
  • 💡 Useful shortcuts and toolbar

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection drops when switching apps
  • 🐛 Toolbar issues with hardware keyboard
  • 🐛 Garbled display with some terminal programs

More Free Ssh Client apps to explore

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SSH Client - Secure ShellFish
SSH Client - Secure ShellFish
SSH Client - Secure ShellFish
Terminal, Files & Finder
Free

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.

Lightning fast SSH terminalRemote file access and managementStandard and custom text editing gestures
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1.4K)
freemium
5
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
6
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client
Best SSH and Telnet Client
Free

This app provides a powerful and simple client for connecting to remote servers via SSH or Telnet on your iPhone and iPad. It supports various authentication methods, server list management, and secure key handling, making remote server access convenient.

SSH and Telnet connectionUsername/password and private key authenticationServer list management
🔧 Utilities
(71)
free with in-app purchases
7
Terminux: SSH Client
Terminux: SSH Client
Terminux: SSH Client
Secure shell & Automation
Free

This app provides a user-friendly and secure way to manage remote servers. It offers features like multiple session management, advanced security options, and automation capabilities to streamline server administration tasks.

Intuitive interfaceMultiple SSH sessionsAdvanced security features
🛠️ Developer Tools
(79)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
ServerCat - SSH Terminal
ServerCat - SSH Terminal
ServerCat - SSH Terminal
Monitor & Shell & Automation
Free

Monitor your Linux servers and Docker containers directly from your mobile device. View detailed resource usage, network traffic, and container stats. Offers an SSH terminal for remote management and automation capabilities.

Server status monitoringCPU, GPU, Memory usageNetwork traffic and speed
🛠️ Developer Tools
(979)
free with in-app purchases
10
SSH Client - Terminal & Termux
SSH Client - Terminal & Termux
SSH Client - Terminal & Termux
Termux, Telnet, iSH & PuTTY
Free

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.

SSH and Telnet clientSFTP file transferMulti-session capability
🛠️ Developer Tools
(398)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
Termix: SSH Client & Terminal
Termix: SSH Client & Terminal
Termix: SSH Client & Terminal
Most powerful SSH, SFTP client
Free

This app provides a powerful and secure SSH and SFTP client for remote server management. It features a robust terminal, advanced file manager with code editing, and customizable options for enhanced productivity. Designed with privacy and security in mind, it offers a desktop-grade experience on Apple devices.

Ultimate SSH & SFTP clientAdvanced file managerCode editor with syntax highlighting
🛠️ Developer Tools
(90)
free with in-app purchases
13
VVTerm: Native SSH Client
VVTerm: Native SSH Client
VVTerm: Native SSH Client
Terminal for iPhone, iPad, Mac
Free

A native SSH client for Apple devices, offering secure server connections, remote file browsing, and seamless synchronization across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Supports advanced features like tmux, Mosh, and tunneling for a comfortable remote work experience.

Native SSH client for iPhone, iPad, MacPassword and SSH key authenticationSFTP remote file browsing
🛠️ Developer Tools
(4)
freemium
14
NeoServer: SSH Client|Terminal
NeoServer: SSH Client|Terminal
NeoServer: SSH Client|Terminal
Docker|SFTP|Linux|Server|PuTTY
Free

Manage your servers, NAS, and Linux routers remotely via SSH. Offers terminal access, file management, script execution, and server monitoring. Supports Docker containers and multi-server operations.

SSH terminal accessSFTP file managementMulti-server script execution
🛠️ Developer Tools
(281)
freemium
15
AnyDesk Remote Desktop
AnyDesk Remote Desktop
AnyDesk Remote Desktop
Remote access from anywhere
Free

Access and control your computers remotely from any location. This secure and reliable software offers high performance and low latency, suitable for IT professionals and personal users alike. It's designed for seamless connections, whether for work, study, or support.

Remote access from anywhereSecure and reliable connectionsHigh performance and low latency
🔧 Utilities
(28K)
freemium
16
Conduit: SSH, Mosh & SFTP
Conduit: SSH, Mosh & SFTP
Conduit: SSH, Mosh & SFTP
SSH, Mosh and SFTP client
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
17
Termova - SSH Agent Client
Termova - SSH Agent Client
Termova - SSH Agent Client
SSH Terminal for AI Workflows
Free

This app provides a robust SSH client for managing remote servers and infrastructure. It features fast terminals, AI-assisted workflows for complex tasks, and secure file management. Designed for professionals managing cloud, VPS, or homelab environments, it streamlines remote operations.

xterm-256color compatible TerminalsAI-assisted Agent ConsoleMulti-Terminal workflow
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
freemium
18
V2Box - V2ray Client
V2Box - V2ray Client
V2Box - V2ray Client
V2ray / vmess/trojan / v2rayng
Free

This app acts as a VPN internet network proxy, supporting a wide range of proxy protocols including Shadowsocks, V2ray, and Trojan. It offers advanced features like Reality support, multiple encryption options, and enhanced privacy protection without requiring login or registration.

Multiple proxy protocol supportCustom server configurationAdvanced protocol features (Reality, vless, utls)
🔧 Utilities
(98K)
free with in-app purchases
19
SSH -
SSH -
SSH -
Smart Client for Every Server
Free

A powerful and intuitive client for managing multiple servers securely on the go. Execute commands, edit code with syntax highlighting, and organize sessions with ease. Designed for speed, security, and reliability for developers and administrators.

Secure SSH connectionsPassword/key authenticationCommand suggestions and history
🛠️ Developer Tools
(11)
freemium
20
Streisand
Streisand
Streisand
Flexible Proxy Client
Free

This application provides a flexible client for managing proxy servers with a user-friendly interface. It supports a wide range of protocols and offers advanced features like rule-based setup and custom DNS. Your network activity data remains private on your device.

Rule-based proxy setupCompatibility with various protocolsCustom DNS support
🔧 Utilities
(2K)
free