Best Mobile Terminal Apps

234+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

If you already know Mobile SSH Terminal, this is the deeper bench. 234+ mobile terminal apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of July 2026.

Compare top Mobile Terminal Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Mobile SSH TerminalMobile SSH TerminalFreeNoYesJul 2026
2Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesAug 2026
3MT — Mosh TerminalMT — Mosh TerminalFree4.8★ (4)NoYesJul 2026
4Terminal#Terminal#Free4.5★ (109)NoYesJul 2026
5Windows App MobileWindows App MobileFree4.1★ (7.7K)NoNoAug 2026
6Payscout Mobile TerminalPayscout Mobile TerminalFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
7xTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellxTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellFree4.7★ (1.9K)YesYesAug 2026
8Moshi: SSH & MOSH TerminalMoshi: SSH & MOSH TerminalFree4.7★ (419)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Mobile Terminal

Mobile SSH Terminal#1

Mobile SSH Terminal by Binaryscript Private Limited

Secure remote server access
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Securely connect to remote Linux and Unix servers from your iOS device. Offers robust security features like military-grade encryption and secure credential storage, along with powerful terminal emulation for managing servers on the go.

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
#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
MT — Mosh Terminal#3

MT — Mosh Terminal by Jaga Studio

Claude Code & Mosh Terminal
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.8(4 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a mobile terminal experience for developers, integrating with AI coding agents to send push notifications for approvals. It offers robust SSH and Mosh connectivity, enhanced iPad functionality with keyboard support, and customizable themes for a personalized workflow.

More Mobile Terminal apps to explore

4
Terminal#
Terminal#
Terminal#
SSH client
Free

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.

Secure SSH connectionConvenient server managementIntuitive user interface
🛠️ Developer Tools
(109)
subscription
5
Windows App Mobile
Windows App Mobile
Windows App Mobile
Ранее удаленный рабочий стол
Free

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktopsAccess managed resourcesRemote Desktop Gateway support
💼 Business
(7.7K)
free
6
Payscout Mobile Terminal
Payscout Mobile Terminal
Payscout Mobile Terminal
by PAYSCOUT, INC
Free

This application extends a payment gateway, allowing users to connect to EMV readers and process transactions. It offers a simple interface to review recent activities and perform Z-Out functions.

Connect to EMV readersProcess Paywire Gateway functionalitiesReview recent activities
💼 Business
(2)
free
7
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
8
Moshi: SSH & MOSH Terminal
Moshi: SSH & MOSH Terminal
Moshi: SSH & MOSH Terminal
for Claude Code, Codex & more
Free

This mobile terminal app connects you to AI coding agents running on servers, allowing you to monitor and command them from anywhere. It features voice control, robust session persistence, and secure handling of SSH keys.

Connect to AI coding agents remotelyVoice-to-terminal command inputMosh protocol for persistent sessions
🛠️ Developer Tools
(419)
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
(994)
free with in-app purchases
10
Mobile Terminal - SSH & AI CLI
Mobile Terminal - SSH & AI CLI
Mobile Terminal - SSH & AI CLI
SSH & AI CLI for iPhone & iPad
Free

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a portable development hub. Securely connect to SSH sessions, run AI command-line tools, and preview your projects live with a built-in web viewer. Access a full command-line experience optimized for mobile.

Powerful SSH terminalAI CLI executionLocal tool execution
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
free
11
rootshell: Local Terminal, SSH
rootshell: Local Terminal, SSH
rootshell: Local Terminal, SSH
VPN over SSH and tssh
Free

This app provides a powerful, desktop-class terminal emulator with GPU acceleration and native support for SSH, Mosh, and tssh. It offers features like system-wide VPN over SSH, native Git integration, and AI assistance for hands-free command execution and web searches.

GPU-accelerated terminalNative SSH and Mosh supportSystem-wide VPN over SSH
🛠️ Developer Tools
(27)
free
12
Redock - SSH / Mosh Terminal
Redock - SSH / Mosh Terminal
Redock - SSH / Mosh Terminal
tmux & AI coding agents
Free

Access your remote SSH hosts and continue your work from anywhere. This app streamlines mobile terminal interaction with features like project contexts, command shortcuts, and native tmux support. It integrates with AI coding tools, keeping your code and credentials secure on your configured environment.

Remote SSH/Mosh accessProject contexts and shortcutsNative tmux session resume
🛠️ Developer Tools
(7)
freemium
13
Justworks Terminal
Justworks Terminal
Justworks Terminal
Shared device clock in and out
Free

This app provides a dedicated, shared device solution for employees to clock in and out of their shifts. It streamlines the process with PIN-based access, offering real-time visibility for administrators and ensuring accurate time tracking without the need for personal devices.

Shared device clock-in/outSecure PIN-based accessReal-time admin visibility
💼 Business
(2.7K)
free with in-app purchases
14
La Terminal: Mosh & SSH Client
La Terminal: Mosh & SSH Client
La Terminal: Mosh & SSH Client
SFTP, Files and Server Monitor
Free

This app provides a mobile command center for AI coding agents and server management. It offers full SSH and Mosh support for resilient sessions, along with powerful resource monitoring and an AI-powered assistant for command generation.

SSH and Mosh supportAI-powered command assistantCommand Search and workflow gallery
🛠️ Developer Tools
(101)
free with in-app purchases
15
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
(105)
free with in-app purchases
16
Genterminal: SSH Terminal
Genterminal: SSH Terminal
Genterminal: SSH Terminal
Secure SSH client & SFTP
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
17
Secure Terminal
Secure Terminal
Secure Terminal
SSH & SFTP & XWindow
Free

This application provides secure remote access to servers via SSH and Telnet. It supports various authentication methods, terminal emulations, and file transfer protocols. Advanced features like SFTP and port forwarding are available through an in-app purchase.

SSH & Telnet connectionPassword & key authenticationSFTP file transfer
🛠️ Developer Tools
(57)
free with in-app purchases
18
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
19
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
(164)
free with in-app purchases
20
SmartTE Terminal Emulation
SmartTE Terminal Emulation
SmartTE Terminal Emulation
by StayLinked Corporation
Free

This app provides reliable wireless terminal emulation for business environments, ensuring secure and high-speed connections without dropped sessions. It modernizes green screen applications into intuitive graphical interfaces for enhanced productivity on touchscreen devices.

Wireless terminal emulationModernizes green screen appsSecure data transmission
💼 Business
(5)
free

FAQ about Mobile Terminal

Are there free mobile terminal apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top mobile terminal apps we rank are free to download, including Mobile SSH Terminal and Termius - Modern SSH Client.
Mobile SSH Terminal has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 234+ mobile terminal apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Upgrading to Premium unlocks additional advanced features, priority support, and removes any limitations present in the free version. This helps support ongoing development of the app.
Security is a top priority. All SSH credentials, including private keys and passwords, are stored locally on your device in the secure iOS Keychain and are never transmitted to the developer's servers.

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