Best Open Terminal Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Whether you're new to open terminal or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 241+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Open Terminal Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1xTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellxTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellFree4.7★ (1.9K)YesYesSep 2026
2OpenTerminalSubOpenTerminalSubFree5.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026
3Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesSep 2026
4OpenPOSOpenPOSFreeNoNoAug 2026
5Open TerminalOpen TerminalFreeNoNoSep 2026
6Multiplex — SSH tmux TerminalMultiplex — SSH tmux TerminalFreeNoYesSep 2026
7Terminal#Terminal#Free4.5★ (153)NoYesSep 2026
8OpenTerminal ManagerOpenTerminal ManagerFreeNoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Open Terminal

xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell#1

xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell by 婉媚 邵

SSH Client, Shell Console Term
4.7😐(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#44in Developer Tools
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast connections
  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 💡 Useful app
  • 👍 Great support team

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Security risks with storing credentials
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs
  • 🔒 Lack of secure credential entry
Termius - Modern SSH Client#3

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in 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
  • 👍 Customizable keyboard and themes
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable
  • 👍 Convenient for remote access

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🤔 Aggressive upselling of premium features

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FAQ about Open Terminal

What are the best open terminal apps for iPhone?
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell tops our open terminal apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 1.9K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top open terminal apps we rank are free to download, including xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell and OpenTerminalSub.
xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 241+ open terminal apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
xTerminal is an all-in-one SSH terminal client designed for managing servers with speed and security. It allows users to connect, control, and manage their servers from any location, offering a fast and reliable terminal experience.
Key features include an interactive SSH terminal, a powerful vi/vim editor, multi-session management, command snippets for quick execution, SFTP for file management, advanced SSH options like jump hosts and proxies, and enhanced security with TouchID/FaceID.