PuTTY vs Xshell : Which is Better?

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PuTTY

PuTTY is a free SSH client.

License: Open Source

Apps available for Windows Linux BSD PortableApps.com

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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

PuTTY VS Xshell Feature comparision

Feature PuTTY Xshell
Host management
Session management
SSH
Xterm emulation
Built-in SSH client
Configurable
Download Accelerators
Lightweight
Support for SFTP
Tabbed interface
Telnet client
Terminal emulator
Command line interface
Customizable interface per session
Macros
Split-screen view
Encryption
File transfer
Jailbreak required
Bundled with macOS
X server
Function Key Shortcuts
Support for Multiple Monitors
Plugins
RDP Functionality
Portable
Ssh tunnel
Auto-saving
GPU Support
No input delay
RDP sessions in a tab
Stability
Clientless Remote Connection
Explorer-like
Customizable
Background transparency
Command line
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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