SecureCRT Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to SecureCRT for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is PuTTY, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to SecureCRT and many of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to SecureCRT are OpenSSH, mRemoteNG, MobaXterm and KiTTY.

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SecureCRT alternatives are mainly SSH Clients, but if you're looking for Terminal Emulators or Remote Desktop Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Mac, Open Source, Free, Windows and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to SecureCRT.
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  1. PuTTY icon

    PuTTY

     1451 likes

    Free and open-source terminal emulator for connecting to remote systems via SSH, Telnet, and SCP. Portable with no installation required, providing lightweight functionality. Ideal for secure connections with features like command line support and customizable settings. Works offline effortlessly.

    116 PuTTY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
    • Flathub
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    PuTTY vs SecureCRT Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Functionality is very limited in comparison. Is like saying an old 2G phone and a Samsung S25 are the same.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Putty is light weight and runs as a standard for all the platform, so no trouble switching the OS.

    few features are not there as provoking some other software as Citrix or some other web browsers. button for shortcuts are not there. basically the GUI features are missing but that would be the cost for lightweight i guess...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • PuTTY is Free and Open SourceSecureCRT is Paid and Proprietary
    • PuTTY is LightweightSecureCRT is not according to our users
  2. OpenSSH icon

    OpenSSH

     389 likes

    OpenSSH is a free version of the SSH connectivity tools that technical users rely on. OpenSSH encrypts all traffic (including passwords) to effectively eliminate eavesdropping, connection hijacking, and other attacks.

    60 OpenSSH alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • Haiku
     
  4. mRemoteNG icon

    mRemoteNG

     228 likes

    Manage remote connections efficiently with this open-source tool, featuring a tabbed interface supporting RDP, VNC, SSH, Telnet, HTTP, and more protocols, without any ads.

    88 mRemoteNG alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Config Connections
     
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    mRemoteNG vs SecureCRT Comments
    jagannathsubudhi
    Positive
    0

    More then Securecrt, I Love this apps

    • mRemoteNG is Free and Open SourceSecureCRT is Paid and Proprietary
  5. MobaXterm icon

    MobaXterm

     228 likes

    MobaXterm is an enhanced terminal app that brings the advanced features of a Unix-like command-line to Windows. It takes the power of Cygwin and wraps it in a sleek, visual interface that's super easy to use, lightweight and portable.

    120 MobaXterm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    MobaXterm tabbed terminal
     
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    MobaXterm vs SecureCRT Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Much better interface, supports multiple types of connections (specifically SSH and RDP) and the interface is much better and more modern

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Rich in features, easy to use for even noobies.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    jineshkaiprath
    Positive
    0

    I have tried all alternatives. Yes Putty stands out for simplicity and speed. But no advanced features. ZOC and Xshell are good but MobaXterm stands out. Its free with minor annoyance and no important features missing. It can be customised and is an all in one place for RDP , SSH ( which I use ) and others. So I regard this as the best alternative.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MobaXterm is Freemium and ProprietarySecureCRT is Paid and Proprietary
    • MobaXterm is CustomizableSecureCRT is not according to our users
  7. Termius icon

    Termius

     37 likes

    Termius is more than a mere SSH client – it’s a complete command-line solution that’s redefining remote access for sysadmins and network engineers. Securely access Linux or IoT devices and quickly fix issues from the comfort of your couch via laptop or phone.

    58 Termius alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • iPad
    • Flathub
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    Termius vs SecureCRT Comments
    Foworax J. Smith
    Negative
    0

    Lack of features (much less features). Very narrow use case. Slow.

    • Termius is Freemium and ProprietarySecureCRT is Paid and Proprietary
    • Termius is Security-focusedSecureCRT is not according to our users
  10. WezTerm icon

    WezTerm

     21 likes

    A GPU-accelerated cross-platform terminal emulator and multiplexer written by @wez and implemented in Rust

    105 WezTerm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    WezTerm screenshot 1
     
  11. Remote Desktop Manager icon

    Remote Desktop Manager

     82 likes

    IT teams often juggle a patchwork of RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) apps, SSH (Secure Shell) clients, and scattered password vaults. Remote Desktop Manager (RDM) turns that sprawl into one searchable inventory—complete with Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile clients—so technicians...

    61 Remote Desktop Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Remote Desktop Manager screenshot 1
     
  13. ZOC icon

    ZOC

     70 likes

    ZOC is a powerful and well-established terminal emulator and telnet client, well known for its outstanding user interface with tabbed multi session support.

    76 ZOC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    ZOC screenshot 1
     
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    ZOC vs SecureCRT Comments
    Vlad
    Positive
    0

    Very similar feature set. Also commercial but less expensive.

    • ZOC is Paid and ProprietarySecureCRT is also Paid and Proprietary
    • ZOC is LightweightSecureCRT is not according to our users
  14. Xshell icon

    Xshell

     42 likes

    Xshell is a powerful SSH1, SSH2, SFTP, TELNET, RLOGIN and SERIAL terminal emulator for Windows platforms. It allows users to gain access to Unix/Linux hosts easily and securely on a Windows workstation.

    57 Xshell alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    remote shell
     
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