Bast
6.0#20 in ssh clientsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitBast vs MobaXterm
What both publish
| Fact | Bast | MobaXterm |
|---|---|---|
| File transfer | Its dual-pane Files tab browses local and remote files and transfers them over OpenSSH SFTP. | An SSH session can open a graphical SFTP browser for dragging and dropping files to and from a remote server. |
| Maker | Bast.sh is a product and hosted service of ELLIPSE SOFTWARE GROUP LIMITED, trading as ellipse Software. | Mobatek is a Toulouse, France software company serving worldwide customers since 2008. |
| Purpose | Bast is a command-line tool and terminal interface for managing SSH hosts and connecting to servers. | MobaXterm combines remote computing tools and Unix commands in a Windows application for programmers, webmasters, IT administrators, and others handling remote jobs. |
Bast plans
- FreeFree
MobaXterm plans
- Home EditionFree
- Professional Edition$69 a year
Pick Bast if…
Bast suits people who manage SSH hosts and want host organization, file transfer, and key management in one interface. It is available on macOS, Linux, and Windows 11.
Pick MobaXterm if…
It suits Windows users who work with remote systems, including programmers, webmasters, and IT administrators. Teams can also use its session-sharing capabilities.