Best Telnet Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated September 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our telnet list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Telnet Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Telnet LiteTelnet LiteFree2.5★ (20)NoNoAug 2026
2Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesSep 2026
3iTerminal - SSH Telnet ClientiTerminal - SSH Telnet ClientFree4.3★ (117)YesYesSep 2026
4Telnet Client TerminalTelnet Client TerminalFree3.3★ (27)NoYesMay 2026
5xTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellxTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellFree4.7★ (1.9K)YesYesSep 2026
6TELNET - HUMAN CAPITALTELNET - HUMAN CAPITALFreeNoNoMay 2026
7xInfra: SNMP | SSH | TelnetxInfra: SNMP | SSH | TelnetFree4.5★ (2)NoYesAug 2026
8iTerminal Pro – SSH TelnetiTerminal Pro – SSH Telnet$5.993.9★ (46)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Telnet

Telnet Lite#1

Telnet Lite by MochaSoft

gives easy access to a server
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
2.5😞(20 ratings)
Free
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Connect to Linux/UNIX Telnet servers from your iPhone or iPad. Run server applications in a VT220 terminal window, just like on a console. Supports various barcode scanners and customizable terminal settings.

What We Love

  • ✅ Functional telnet/SSH client for basic remote access
  • 📱 Useful for mobile device administration
  • ⚙️ Configurable settings and keyboard layouts
  • 🎯 Works well for quick emergency access
  • 💾 Saves SSH credentials for convenience
  • 🔧 Supports macro functionality for commands
  • 📡 Compatible with various network devices (routers, servers, Cisco gear)

Room to Improve

  • ⏱️ 5-minute session timeout limit (major complaint)
  • ⌨️ Enter button removed/relocated in recent updates
  • 🐢 Slow performance and laggy keyboard animations
  • 📵 Disconnects when switching to other apps
  • ⌨️ Keyboard obscures input/cursor visibility
  • ❌ Missing essential keys (ESC, function keys, arrow keys, tab, control)
  • 🔄 Frequent updates that worsen functionality
  • 💸 Expensive upgrade path with poor value proposition
  • 📤 Export feature broken/incomplete
  • 🚫 Poor developer support and responsiveness
  • 🔌 Crashes on certain iOS versions
  • 📋 No copy/paste functionality
  • 🎨 Garbled/crude display quality
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
#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
iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client#3

iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client by ComcSoft Corporation

Best SSH and Telnet Client
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.3😐(117 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Works well for basic tasks
  • 💡 Useful for remote access
  • 🔒 Secure SSH connections

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 💸 Aggressive monetization
  • 📵 Disruptive ads
  • 🔍 Limited functionality in free version

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FAQ about Telnet

What are the best telnet apps for iPhone?
Telnet Lite tops our telnet apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 2.5-star average from 20 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top telnet apps we rank are free to download, including Telnet Lite and Termius - Modern SSH Client.
Telnet Lite has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 247+ telnet apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows you to connect to Linux/UNIX Telnet servers from your iPhone or iPad. It provides a VT220 terminal window, enabling you to run server applications remotely as if you were at the system console.
Key features include full VT220 emulation, support for Telnet and SSH2 protocols, ANSI color, customizable screen sizes, zoom and scroll functionality, auto-login, and integration with various barcode scanners.

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