18.1
Android, iPhone and desktop remote manager supporting RDP, VNC, SSH, SFTP, SCP and web connections.
Free planAndroidiOSAPI
Best SSH Clients in 2026
SSH clients connect to remote computers over SSH, and the choice depends on supported platforms and the connection features you need. Android support varies by app, so check the platform list before choosing a client for a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Compare protocols, SFTP, port forwarding and session tools too.
28.0
Android, iPhone, desktop and web SSH client with SFTP, Telnet, Mosh, forwarding and synced vaults.
Free planAndroidiOSAPI
37.7
Free open-source Android, iPhone, desktop and web app combining terminal, SFTP and remote sessions.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
- 4
7.4From $69 a year - 5
WinSCP
WinSCP is a free, open-source file manager and transfer client for Microsoft Windows.
Free planOpen sourceWindows7.1Free plan - 6
Core Shell
Core Shell is a terminal app for managing hosts and opening remote shell sessions with built-in OpenSSH support.
Free planiOSmacOS6.8Free plan - 7
SHELLNGN
AndroidiOSWebSelf-hosted6.8From $3.25 a month - 8
XPipe
Desktop connection hub that launches shells, browses remote files and supports SSH agents, jumps and tunnels.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.8From $40 a year - 9
Tabby
Free terminal for Linux, macOS and Windows with pane splits, session sync, GPU acceleration and scripting.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.7Free plan - 10
ZOC
macOSWindows6.7$79.99 one-time - 11
Xshell
Xshell is a Windows terminal for connecting to remote hosts and managing sessions.
Free planWindows6.6$119 one-time - 12
Prompt
iPhone, iPad, and Mac terminal and SSH client with Mosh, Eternal Terminal, Telnet, and local Mac shells.
iOSmacOS6.4From $9.99 a year - 13
SecurSSH
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.3From €9 a month - 146.3Free plan
- 15
6.2From $19.99 a year - 16
OpenSSH
OpenSSH is a free software suite for encrypted remote login and file transfers using the SSH protocol.
Free planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows6.2Free plan - 17
PuTTY
Free planLinuxWindows6.2Free plan - 18
Secure ShellFish
iPhone, iPad and Mac SSH/SFTP client with native terminal, Files and Finder access, and key authentication.
Free planiOSmacOS6.2Free plan - 19
AbsoluteTelnet
Windows software for Telnet and SSH connections, SFTP transfers, and terminal emulation.
Windows6.0$29.95 one-time - 20
Bast
Free desktop SSH host manager with search, groups, key tools and dual-pane SFTP file transfers.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.0Free plan - 21
Bitvise SSH Client
Bitvise SSH Client is a Windows application for opening SSH connections for terminal access, port forwarding, and SFTP file transfers.
Free planWindows6.0Free plan - 22
ConnectBot
ConnectBot is a free, open-source Android application for connecting to remote machines through a shell and moving files between a phone and that machine.
Free planAndroid6.0Free plan - 23
FinalShell
Windows, Mac, and Linux server manager with SSH, SFTP, remote desktop, and system monitoring.
LinuxmacOSWindows6.0From CN¥49 a year - 24
WindTerm
Free desktop terminal for SSH, SFTP, SCP, Telnet, serial, tmux and port forwarding.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.0Free plan - 25
Ásbrú Connection Manager
Linux and Windows GUI for organizing remote sessions, scripting commands, macros and automated SSH tunnels.
Free planLinuxWindows5.9Free plan
Choosing well
Does it support Android?
Check the supported-platform details for the specific client before choosing it for a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device. Android appears among the platforms covered in this category, but support varies by app.
Which SSH features do I need?
Compare supported protocols, SFTP support and port forwarding against the tasks you need to do. Session management and team session sharing may also matter if you organize or share connections.
Can I use it for free?
Check whether the client has a free plan and, if it is paid, the listed starting price. A free trial is different from an ongoing free plan, so check both before deciding.
Which other platforms does it need to run on?
Check support for web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS or self-hosting when you need to use the same client beyond Android. Platform support differs by app.
Can I read or change the code?
If access to the source code matters, check whether the client is open source. A free plan does not by itself tell you whether an app's code is open.
Questions people ask
Which SSH clients work on Android?
Android is among the supported platforms in this category, but support varies by client. Check the individual app's platform details before installing it on your phone or tablet.
What should I compare when choosing an SSH client?
Compare supported protocols and platforms, SFTP, port forwarding, session management and team session sharing. Also check price and whether Android is supported.
Can I use an SSH client for free?
Check whether the individual client offers a free plan. Some pricing notes also list paid plans or a free trial; a trial is not the same as an ongoing free plan.
Do SSH clients support SFTP and port forwarding?
Support varies by client. Check its listed SFTP support and port-forwarding features before choosing it.
Are SSH clients available for Windows, Mac and Linux?
Windows, macOS and Linux are represented among the supported platforms in this category. Check each client's platform details for the systems you use.