Best Ssh Client Apps

218+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good ssh client apps. We benchmark 218+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for 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
#2in 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
SSH Client - Secure ShellFish#2

SSH Client - Secure ShellFish by Anders Borum

Terminal, Files & Finder
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.8😊(1.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#20in Developer Tools
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Turns iPad into productivity machine
  • 🚀 Seamless SSH experience
  • 👍 Excellent integration with Files app
  • 👍 Robust key management and syncing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior with some commands
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
Easy SSH#3

Easy SSH by Argsment Limited

Pure SSH Terminal Experience
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.3(22 ratings)
Free
#77in 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.

More Ssh Client 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
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
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
7
PortX - SSH (Deprecated)
PortX - SSH (Deprecated)
PortX - SSH (Deprecated)
Terminal, SSH, and SFTP
Free

Access and manage remote systems on your mobile device with this powerful SSH client. It offers multi-session support, intuitive session management, and an advanced keyboard for efficient command input. Customize appearance and enjoy an ad-free experience.

Multi-session supportIntuitive session managementMulti-line compose bar
🛠️ Developer Tools
(19)
free
8
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
9
ServerBox
ServerBox
ServerBox
ssh & sftp & docker and more
Free

Manage your Linux servers remotely with SSH and SFTP. Control Docker containers and utilize experimental snippet features. Ping your servers to check connectivity.

SSH clientSFTP clientDocker/Podman management
🔧 Utilities
(88)
free
10
Shelly - SSH Client
Shelly - SSH Client
Shelly - SSH Client
SSH Terminal, Shell, Console
Free

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.

Hardware accelerated text renderingRobust terminal emulationGesture control for navigation
🛠️ Developer Tools
(271)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
13
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
14
TinySSH
TinySSH
TinySSH
by SHONI DIGITAL LTD
Free

This secure mobile SSH client allows for private server access on the go. Connect using passwords or private keys, and save connections for convenience. It prioritizes user privacy by not collecting any data and ensuring all stored information is removed upon deletion.

Secure server accessPassword authenticationPrivate key authentication
🛠️ Developer Tools
(2)
free
15
Echo - SSH + Mosh Client
Echo - SSH + Mosh Client
Echo - SSH + Mosh Client
The fast and modern Terminal
$2.99

This app provides a fast and modern terminal experience for iOS devices, enabling secure SSH and Mosh connections. It's designed for efficient interaction with servers, code deployment, and managing AI agents on the go.

SSH + Mosh clientFast terminal emulatorSSH certificate authentication
🛠️ Developer Tools
(34)
free
16
NetShell - SSH Terminal
NetShell - SSH Terminal
NetShell - SSH Terminal
Terminal , Net & SFTP Client
Free

A professional SSH terminal client for secure remote access on mobile devices. It offers a powerful terminal, SFTP file browser, and network tools for developers and sysadmins. Supports multiple connections, themes, and secure authentication methods.

Full-featured terminal with SwiftTerm engineMultiple concurrent sessions with tabbed interfaceSSH key authentication
🛠️ Developer Tools
(5)
free
17
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
18
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
(283)
freemium
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
(90)
free with in-app purchases
20
Termix - Remote Access
Termix - Remote Access
Termix - Remote Access
SSH terminal access anywhere
Free

This app provides full remote SSH control of your servers through a dedicated server installation. It offers a feature-rich SSH terminal with multi-session support, file management, server statistics, and tunnel management.

Full-featured SSH terminalMulti-session tab supportCustomizable keyboard and snippets
🛠️ Developer Tools
(14)
free

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