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xTerminal - SSH Terminal Shell

S Tier
Best in class
92
4.68.2K ratings
9dsince update
FreeIn-App Purchases
Developer Tools
category
Productivity
category
4+age rating
1language
Made for iPhone
Made for iPad

What is xTerminal?

SSH terminal client for connecting to, managing and running commands on servers from an iPhone or iPad.

XTerminal is an iOS SSH terminal client for connecting to servers and running commands in an interactive terminal. It includes a vi/vim editor, multi-session management, saved snippets, SFTP file management, and optional TouchID or FaceID protection. The listing places it in the Developer Tools genre and says it is optimized for both iPhone and iPad.

Pricing. XTerminal is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Monitoring server status with top or following logs with tail -f
  • Editing files on remote servers with vi or vim
  • Running the same commands on several servers at once

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Why this app is in S tier

92/100The average of 4 parts, with no weights
Rating93
Ratings79
App Store search rank97
Update recency100

S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

xTerminal scores 92 out of 100: rating 93, rating count 79, App Store search rank 97, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged and S tier follows from that score within this list.

Description

xTerminal - Your Ultimate SSH Terminal Shell

xTerminal is your all-in-one SSH terminal client for managing servers with speed and security. Whether you're an IT professional or a developer, xTerminal gives you the tools to easily connect, control, and manage your servers from anywhere.

Key Features

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  • Interactive SSH Terminal: A fast, reliable terminal for executing commands on your servers. Eg: Use top to monitor system status or follow logs with tail -f.
  • Powerful Editor: Edit documents with vi/vim just like on a desktop, with full support for CTRL and arrow keys, making your SSH terminal experience smooth.
  • Multi-Session Management: Manage multiple SSH connections at once. Add, remove, and switch between sessions with ease, boosting your productivity.
  • Snippets: Save and organize frequently used SSH commands. Quickly search by name, command, or label, making repeated tasks quicker and simpler.
  • Device Management: Add your SSH servers, group them by labels, and search by name, host, or labels. Connect via password or public key authentication.
  • Advanced SSH Options: Support for SSH jump hosts and SOCKS5 proxies for enhanced security and flexible connections.
  • SFTP for File Management: Upload, download, edit, move, and delete files using the built-in SFTP, allowing you to manage files on your servers directly from the terminal.
  • Keep Sessions Alive: Use “Keep Awake” and “Keep Alive” features to maintain persistent SSH connections without interruptions.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Simple navigation with pull-to-refresh, search highlights, sortable lists, and drag-and-drop to reorder devices or snippets.
  • Live Ping Monitoring: Check device connectivity in real-time with ping stats, including ms and TTL, helping you monitor the health of your network.
  • Discover Network Devices: Easily find and save neighboring network devices for quick access later.
  • Secure Port Knocking: Add an extra layer of protection by using port knocking to guard your servers from unauthorized access.
  • Enhanced Security: Use TouchID/FaceID to protect your SSH sessions, ensuring secure access to your terminal on app launch or resume.
  • iCloud Sync: Backup and restore your device and snippet lists across all iOS devices, ensuring seamless access to your settings anywhere.
  • Copy & Paste: Effortlessly run commands from the clipboard or copy terminal output, streamlining your workflow in the terminal.
  • Universal App: Optimized for both iPhone and iPad, giving you a consistent experience across devices.
  • Secure Data Storage: All credentials and data are stored securely on your device, so you can rest assured your information is safe.
  • Batch Execution: Execute commands on multiple servers at once and view all the outputs in one go.
  • Startup Snippets: Set up essential commands to run on app startup, giving you immediate access to critical tasks as soon as you connect.

xTerminal is built for anyone needing a fast, reliable, and secure SSH terminal. It’s perfect for managing remote servers on various platforms, including macOS, Linux, OpenBSD, FreeBSD, NetBSD, Solaris, and OpenVMS.

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Questions about xTerminal

Can I log in with a key instead of a password?

Yes. The listing says devices can connect via password or public key authentication, and it also mentions support for SSH jump hosts and SOCKS5 proxies.

Can I move files to and from my servers?

Yes. The built-in SFTP feature lets you upload, download, edit, move, and delete files on your servers directly from the app.

Where are my credentials and data stored?

The listing says all credentials and data are stored securely on your device. ICloud Sync can back up and restore device and snippet lists across iOS devices.

Is xTerminal free?

xTerminal is free to download, with in-app purchases.

Is xTerminal right for me?

xTerminal is built for monitoring server status with top or following logs with tail -f, editing files on remote servers with vi or vim, running the same commands on several servers at once. It sits in the SSH client list on AppTierList.

Is xTerminal worth it?

xTerminal is S tier, ranked #4 of 20 SSH client apps with a score of 92 out of 100, from a 4.6 App Store rating across 8,216 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 3 apps rank above it.

How does xTerminal compare to SSH Client - Secure ShellFish?

xTerminal is S tier at 92; SSH Client - Secure ShellFish is S tier at 93. SSH Client - Secure ShellFish ranks higher. xTerminal is free to download, with in-app purchases, SSH Client - Secure ShellFish is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is xTerminal updated?

xTerminal was updated 9 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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Ranking

Lists
SSH Client (S tier, #4) · Remote Terminal Access (A tier, #4)
Tier
S (Best in class)
Score
92 / 100
Rank in list
#4 of 20
Ranking certainty
settled

Ratings

App Store rating
4.6 out of 5, every App Store country
Ratings
8,216

App

Price
Free + IAP
App Store category
Developer Tools
Current version
(9 days ago)
Size
33 MB
Requires
iOS 15.1 or later
Age rating
4+
Languages
1
Runs on
iPhone, iPad

Links

Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
not verified

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