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Termora alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Termora: no mobile apps yet, unlike Termius, and java-based app, so heavier than native terminals. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Termora, 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
1electerm logoelectermOpen sourceYesLinux, macOS, Windows +23 of 364.8
  1. electerm logo

    1. electermTop pick

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

    Open sourceLinux, macOS, Windows, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Termora

    Another free open-source SSH, SFTP and serial client with a similar all-in-one approach.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Termora 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)

The best Termora alternative for…

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

Termius logo

Best Termora alternative for most people

Termius

Polished SSH client with mobile apps and encrypted cloud sync, if paying for team features is fine.

electerm logo

Best Termora alternative for a free option

electerm

Another free open-source SSH, SFTP and serial client with a similar all-in-one approach.

MobaXterm logo

Best Termora alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

MobaXterm

Windows-focused toolbox with SSH, X server, SFTP browser and many network tools built in.

Tabby (terminal) logo

Best Termora alternative for open source

Tabby (terminal)

Open-source terminal with built-in SSH, serial and SFTP, and a large plugin ecosystem.

SecureCRT logo

Best Termora alternative for Mac

SecureCRT

Commercial SSH and serial client with mature session management and scripting.

PuTTY logo

Best Termora alternative for Windows

PuTTY

Tiny, long-established free SSH and serial client for when a lighter tool is enough.

Termius logo

Best Termora alternative for Linux

Termius

Polished SSH client with mobile apps and encrypted cloud sync, if paying for team features is fine.

Termius logo

Best Termora alternative for iPhone and Android

Termius

Polished SSH client with mobile apps and encrypted cloud sync, if paying for team features is fine.

Tabby (terminal) logo

Best Termora alternative for working in the browser

Tabby (terminal)

Open-source terminal with built-in SSH, serial and SFTP, and a large plugin ecosystem.

Termora alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Termora?

Termius ranks first right now. Polished SSH client with mobile apps and encrypted cloud sync, if paying for team features is fine. electerm and Tabby (terminal) follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Termora?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Termora?

Yes: electerm, Tabby (terminal) and PuTTY.

Which Termora alternatives work on Linux?

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

Why do people switch from Termora?

The complaints we hear most: no mobile apps yet, unlike Termius; java-based app, so heavier than native terminals; small project with documentation partly aimed at Chinese-speaking users.

How is this list ranked?

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