OpenSSH vs Xshell : Which is Better?

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OpenSSH

OpenSSH is the premier connectivity tool for remote login with the SSH protocol. It encrypts all traffic to eliminate eavesdropping, connection hijacking. Developed by Theo de Raadt

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Linux iPhone BSD iPad

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Xshell

Xshell is a powerful terminal emulator that supports SSH, SFTP, TELNET, RLOGIN and SERIAL.

License: Free Personal

Categories: Network & Admin

Apps available for Windows

OpenSSH VS Xshell Feature comparision

Feature OpenSSH Xshell
Support for SFTP
SSH
Encryption
File transfer
Jailbreak required
Bundled with macOS
Networking
Built-in SSH client
Telnet client
Host management
Portable
Ssh tunnel
Auto-saving
RDP sessions in a tab
Stability
Clientless Remote Connection
Explorer-like
Command line interface
GNU/linux-libre
Customizable
Background transparency
Command line
Scripting support
Tabbed interface
Auto Highlighting
BBS Support
Customizable interface per session
Macros
Session management
Split-screen view
Group connections
Support for Multiple protocols
Password management
X server
Configurable
Function Key Shortcuts
Support for Multiple Monitors
Plugins
RDP Functionality
GPU Support
Lightweight
No input delay
Terminal emulator
Active Directory integration
Centralized credentials
File management
Mosh client
Debian package
FLOSS
Integrates with Putty configuration
Secure Copy (SCP)
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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