Best Linux Terminal Apps

205+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our linux terminal list covers 205+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Linux Terminal Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1iSH ShelliSH ShellFree4.7★ (1.1K)NoNoJul 2026
2Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesJul 2026
3Terminal#Terminal#Free4.5★ (109)NoYesJul 2026
4Learn Linux Step by StepLearn Linux Step by StepFreeNoNoJul 2026
5TermuxTermuxFree was $9.994.6★ (1.7K)YesYesJul 2026
6Termux -Termux -Free4.3★ (41)NoYesJul 2026
7Linux BasicsLinux BasicsFree4.4★ (50)NoNoJul 2026
8a-Shella-ShellFree4.7★ (61)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Linux Terminal

iSH Shell#1

iSH Shell by Theodore Dubois

Linux in your pocket
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(1.1K ratings)
Free
#20in Developer Tools
iSH Shell screenshot 1

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
Termius - Modern SSH Client#2

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#2in Developer Tools
Termius - Modern SSH Client screenshot 1
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Termius - Modern SSH Client screenshot 3
Termius - Modern SSH Client screenshot 4
Termius - Modern SSH Client screenshot 5
Termius - Modern SSH Client screenshot 6

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##3

Terminal# by Vasiliy Shaydullin

SSH client
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.5😊(109 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#90in 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

More Linux Terminal apps to explore

4
Learn Linux Step by Step
Learn Linux Step by Step
Learn Linux Step by Step
Linux Tutorial with Quizzes
Free
📚 Education
(0)
5
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
6
Termux -
Termux -
Termux -
Terminal and Linux Environment
Free

This app provides a full Linux terminal emulator on iOS, allowing native command-line operations without remote connections. It features a virtual keyboard, AI command generation, and customizable themes for system administration practice, script development, and more.

Full terminal emulator with bash/zshNative command executionVirtual keyboard with keybind support
🛠️ Developer Tools
(41)
free with in-app purchases
7
Linux Basics
Linux Basics
Linux Basics
Learn Linux in a gameful way
Free

Learn essential Linux commands and concepts through an interactive, gamified mobile experience. Gain practical, day-to-day knowledge and discover useful tips presented in a fun and engaging format.

Interactive learningGamified approachPractical daily knowledge
📚 Education
(50)
free
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
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
11
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
(990)
free with in-app purchases
12
CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping
CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping
CMD: SSH, Terminal, DOS, Ping
SSH client & network tools
Free

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.

Network diagnostic tools (PING, TRACEROUTE, IPCONFIG)SSH client for server managementPort scanning and WHOIS lookups
🛠️ Developer Tools
(67)
ad-supported
13
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
14
Termux Plus
Termux Plus
Termux Plus
Terminal, SSH, SFTP, Linux
Free

This app provides a powerful cloud Linux environment and terminal for mobile devices. It offers secure SSH and FTP connections, graphical server monitoring, and a smart keyboard for efficient command execution. Manage multiple servers and personalize your experience with custom themes.

Secure SSH connectionFTP file managementLocal password storage
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
free
15
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Commander | Terminal Commands
Terminal Commands
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
16
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
(14)
paid
17
Easy SSH
Easy SSH
Easy SSH
Pure SSH Terminal Experience
Free

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.

Host management for quick server accessIntuitive and easy-to-use interfaceFast performance with minimal resource usage
🛠️ Developer Tools
(22)
free
18
Terminus SSH Terminal
Terminus SSH Terminal
Terminus SSH Terminal
by Constellation Corp Ltd
Free

This utility app provides a fast, secure, and intuitive way for developers and power users to connect to remote servers via SSH. It offers reliable performance for managing servers and running commands from any location.

Fast and secure SSH connectionIntuitive user interfaceKey-based authentication
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
19
jor1k-Linux
jor1k-Linux
jor1k-Linux
A Linux terminal at hand
Free

This app provides a Linux terminal on your iPhone or iPad, allowing you to practice basic commands for learning programming languages and exploring a different Linux flavor. It's designed for users interested in hands-on computer science education.

Linux terminal emulatorPractice basic commandsLearn computer programming
📚 Education
(1)
free
20
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

FAQ about Linux Terminal

What are the best linux terminal apps for iPhone?
iSH Shell tops our linux terminal apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 1.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top linux terminal apps we rank are free to download, including iSH Shell and Termius - Modern SSH Client.
iSH Shell has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 205+ linux terminal apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
iSH Shell provides a Linux-like command-line environment on your iOS device. It allows you to execute common Linux commands for tasks like editing files with tools such as sed and cat, moving files, and other file management operations.
Key features include a Linux-like shell, the ability to edit files using commands like sed and cat, and general file manipulation capabilities. It essentially brings a pocket Linux experience to your iPhone or iPad.

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