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EasySSH alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave EasySSH: linux only, and the developer is looking for new maintainers, so future updates are uncertain. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces EasySSH, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Termius currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Tabby (terminal) logoTabby (terminal)Open sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +13 of 354.4
2electerm logoelectermOpen sourceYesLinux, macOS, Windows +23 of 352.6
3PuTTY logoPuTTYOpen sourceYesWindows, Linux0 of 039.5
  1. Tabby (terminal) logo

    1. Tabby (terminal)Top pick

    Best for: People who want saved SSH and serial connections inside a modern terminal

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Web

    54.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from EasySSH

    Open-source terminal with a built-in SSH connection manager, on Linux, Mac and Windows.

    Pros

    • SSH, Telnet and serial profiles with SFTP built in
    • Encrypted vault for connection secrets
    • Free, open source and cross-platform

    Cons

    • Electron app with high memory use
    • Slower to start than native terminals
    • Plugin quality varies
    Visit Tabby (terminal) Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.352
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Tabby (terminal) a good EasySSH alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    SSH client
    Built in
    Checked Oct 29, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web version
    Tabby Web
    Checked Oct 29, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. electerm logo

    2. electerm

    Best for: People who want one free client for SSH, SFTP and remote desktop connections

    Open sourceLinux, macOS, Windows, Android, iOS

    52.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from EasySSH

    Free, open-source terminal and SSH/SFTP client that also runs on Mac and Windows.

    Pros

    • SSH, SFTP, Telnet, serial, RDP and VNC in one app
    • Free and open source on desktop and mobile
    • Bookmark sync through gists

    Cons

    • Electron app with high memory use
    • Interface less polished than paid clients
    • Breadth means some features are basic
    Visit electerm Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.346
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is electerm a good EasySSH alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Protocols
    SSH, SFTP, Telnet, serial, RDP, VNC, Spice, FTP
    Checked Oct 29, 2026electerm.html5beta.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, Mac, Windows, Android, iOS
    Checked Oct 29, 2026electerm.html5beta.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. PuTTY logo

    3. PuTTY

    Best for: Windows users who need a small, dependable SSH or serial client

    Open sourceWindows, Linux

    39.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from EasySSH

    Classic free SSH client with saved sessions, available for Linux as well as Windows.

    Pros

    • Free, small and dependable
    • Saved sessions, key agent and file transfer tools
    • Serial and Telnet support for network gear

    Cons

    • Dated interface with no tabs
    • Uses its own PPK key format
    • Built-in Windows OpenSSH covers many basic needs
    Visit PuTTY Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1530
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is PuTTY a good EasySSH alternative?

    Verified facts

    0 of 0 verified

    No sourced facts yet.

The best EasySSH alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Termius logo

Best EasySSH alternative for most people

Termius

Cross-platform SSH client with sync, SFTP and mobile apps, free tier plus paid plans.

Tabby (terminal) logo

Best EasySSH alternative for a free option

Tabby (terminal)

Open-source terminal with a built-in SSH connection manager, on Linux, Mac and Windows.

Termius logo

Best EasySSH alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Termius

Cross-platform SSH client with sync, SFTP and mobile apps, free tier plus paid plans.

electerm logo

Best EasySSH alternative for open source

electerm

Free, open-source terminal and SSH/SFTP client that also runs on Mac and Windows.

SecureCRT logo

Best EasySSH alternative for Mac

SecureCRT

Paid, professional SSH client with session management, scripting and tabs.

PuTTY logo

Best EasySSH alternative for Windows

PuTTY

Classic free SSH client with saved sessions, available for Linux as well as Windows.

Remmina logo

Best EasySSH alternative for Linux

Remmina

Linux remote-desktop client that also stores SSH connections next to RDP and VNC.

Termius logo

Best EasySSH alternative for iPhone and Android

Termius

Cross-platform SSH client with sync, SFTP and mobile apps, free tier plus paid plans.

Tabby (terminal) logo

Best EasySSH alternative for working in the browser

Tabby (terminal)

Open-source terminal with a built-in SSH connection manager, on Linux, Mac and Windows.

EasySSH alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to EasySSH?

Termius ranks first right now. Cross-platform SSH client with sync, SFTP and mobile apps, free tier plus paid plans. Tabby (terminal) and electerm follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to EasySSH?

Yes. Termius (free plan + paid), Tabby (terminal) (open source), electerm (open source) and Remmina (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to EasySSH?

Yes: Tabby (terminal), electerm, Remmina and PuTTY.

Which EasySSH alternatives work on Linux?

Termius, Tabby (terminal), electerm, Remmina and SecureCRT run on Linux.

Why do people switch from EasySSH?

The complaints we hear most: linux only; the developer is looking for new maintainers, so future updates are uncertain; no sync between devices or sharing with a team.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces EasySSH, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.