Best Telnet Client Terminal Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 249+ telnet client terminal apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Telnet Client Terminal Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7β˜… (19K)NoYesAug 2026
2Telnet Client TerminalTelnet Client TerminalFree3.3β˜… (27)NoYesMay 2026
3iTerminal - SSH Telnet ClientiTerminal - SSH Telnet ClientFree4.3β˜… (117)YesYesAug 2026
4xTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellxTerminal - SSH Terminal ShellFree4.7β˜… (1.9K)YesYesAug 2026
5Terminal & SSHTerminal & SSHFree4.3β˜… (105)YesYesAug 2026
6WebSSH - Sysadmin ToolboxWebSSH - Sysadmin ToolboxFree4.7β˜… (2.5K)NoYesAug 2026
7Telnet TerminalTelnet Terminal$2.99β€”NoNoAug 2026
8a-Shella-ShellFree4.6β˜… (535)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Telnet Client Terminal

Termius - Modern SSH Client#1

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Editor's Choice
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#5in 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

  • πŸš€ Smooth and fast
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive and easy to use
  • πŸ”’ Secure with SSH/SFTP support
  • πŸ’‘ Useful features like port forwarding

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription model
  • πŸ› Occasional crashes and bugs
  • πŸ”‹ Drains battery quickly
Telnet Client Terminal#2

Telnet Client Terminal by Loopbots Technology

Connect to your Telnet Server
Strong Contender
πŸ“Š Productivity
3.3(27 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Connect to TCP/IP servers from your mobile device. Save and bookmark frequently used commands or connections for quick access and improved productivity. Ideal for developers and network administrators needing a lightweight telnet tool.

iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client#3

iTerminal - SSH Telnet Client by ComcSoft Corporation

Best SSH and Telnet Client
Worth Considering
πŸ”§ 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

  • πŸ‘ Simple and easy to use
  • πŸš€ Works well for basic tasks
  • πŸ’‘ Useful for remote access
  • πŸ”’ Secure SSH connections

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Connectivity issues
  • πŸ’Έ Aggressive monetization
  • πŸ“΅ Disruptive ads

More Telnet Client Terminal apps to explore

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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
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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.)
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(105)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Telnet Terminal
Telnet Terminal
Telnet Terminal
by Francesco Nicolas Fabio Vibert
$2.99
πŸ”§ Utilities
(0)
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)
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(535)
paid
9
TCP Telnet Terminal
TCP Telnet Terminal
TCP Telnet Terminal
TCP Telnet Terminal
$0.99

This app allows you to establish TCP client connections to servers using the Telnet protocol. You can send and receive data in ASCII or HEX format, customize buttons for frequent commands, and monitor data flow. It offers options for auto-sending commands and logging data.

TCP client for server communicationSend/receive data in HEX or ASCIICustomizable buttons for frequent commands
πŸ“Š Productivity
(5)
paid
10
Bracket SSH/SFTP Telnet App
Bracket SSH/SFTP Telnet App
Bracket SSH/SFTP Telnet App
SSH, SFTP and Telnet Client
Free
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
11
Multiplex β€” SSH tmux Terminal
Multiplex β€” SSH tmux Terminal
Multiplex β€” SSH tmux Terminal
Every session, its own window
Free
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
12
Termiux – SSH Terminal
Termiux – SSH Terminal
Termiux – SSH Terminal
Linux Shell, FTP & SFTP Client
Free

This app provides secure remote access to servers via SSH, SFTP, and FTP. It offers a desktop-class terminal experience for managing Linux, VPS, and cloud instances directly from a mobile device.

SSH terminal for remote server accessFTP and SFTP client for secure file transfersMulti-session terminal connections
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
free with in-app purchases
13
Mobile SSH Terminal
Mobile SSH Terminal
Mobile SSH Terminal
Secure remote server access
Free

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.

Secure SSH connections with military-grade encryptionPassword and SSH key authentication supportGenerate and manage SSH keys
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
freemium
14
Konsol
Konsol
Konsol
Network Console & SSH Terminal
Free

This app provides a comprehensive suite of network tools for IT professionals. It offers remote access via SSH, Telnet, and SFTP, along with diagnostic and monitoring features like ping, traceroute, and SNMP polling. Advanced device management capabilities include configuration backups and custom quick commands.

SSH terminal with key authenticationTelnet clientSFTP file transfer
πŸ”§ Utilities
(3)
freemium
15
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Linux, Telnet & PuTTY manager
Free

This advanced client provides developers with a streamlined way to manage Linux, SSH, Telnet, and SFTP connections. It offers features like AI assistance for server building, multi-tab management, and integrated editors to enhance productivity and simplify remote access.

SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP supportAI chatbot for server building assistancePersonalized themes and fonts per connection
πŸ”§ Utilities
(109)
free with in-app purchases
16
Terminal IO Utility
Terminal IO Utility
Terminal IO Utility
by Telit Communications SpA
Free

This application allows users to test and evaluate Telit's Terminal I/O-based module solutions. It facilitates transparent UART data transfer using the Terminal I/O profile, providing a direct interface for module communication.

Evaluate Telit Terminal I/O module solutionsTransparent UART data transferDemonstrates Terminal I/O profile
πŸ”§ Utilities
(1)
free
17
SigilTTY: AI SSH Terminal
SigilTTY: AI SSH Terminal
SigilTTY: AI SSH Terminal
Agents, SFTP, Tunnels & Keys
Free
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
18
TermBean - SSH SFTP Client
TermBean - SSH SFTP Client
TermBean - SSH SFTP Client
Modern SSH Telnet Serial Tool
Free

A free, native Apple platform SSH client offering a modern interface, tabbed terminals, SFTP, and secure authentication. Unlock advanced features like jump hosts and dynamic port forwarding with a subscription.

Modern application interfaceTabbed and split terminalsSFTP, SSH2, and Telnet support
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
freemium
19
iTmux: SSH & tmux Terminal
iTmux: SSH & tmux Terminal
iTmux: SSH & tmux Terminal
SSH client with tmux sessions
Free
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(0)
20
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
πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(153)
subscription

FAQ about Telnet Client Terminal

What are the best telnet client terminal apps for iPhone?
Termius - Modern SSH Client tops our telnet client terminal apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 19K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 18 of the top telnet client terminal apps we rank are free to download, including Termius - Modern SSH Client and Telnet Client Terminal.
Termius - Modern SSH Client has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ telnet client terminal apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Termius is a modern SSH client and terminal application designed for seamless remote access across mobile and desktop devices. It allows users to connect to servers using protocols like SSH, Mosh, and Telnet, and manage files via SFTP. The app aims to provide a productive and enjoyable command-line experience for administrators and engineers.
Key features include support for SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, and SFTP. It offers a desktop-grade terminal experience with a virtual keyboard, multi-tab interface, split-view support, customizable themes and fonts, and the ability to save frequently used commands. For Pro users, it includes encrypted cloud vault for credentials, cross-device sync, and integration with cloud providers.