A native Mac SFTP client
Published July 15, 2026 · By Useroam Teknoloji
Noden is a native macOS SFTP client with a dual-pane file browser — local on one side, remote on the other — with drag-and-drop uploads and downloads and remote file editing. Because it's also an SSH client, your terminal and your files live in the same window: run a command, then move the file it produced, without switching apps.
What you get
| Dual-pane browser | Local and remote side by side; navigate, transfer and organize with drag-and-drop. |
|---|---|
| Remote editing | Open a remote file in a Mac editor; saving uploads it back to the server automatically. |
| SSH in the same window | Switch between the terminal and the SFTP browser per connection; watch several sessions in a grid. |
| Keys & security | Uses your Ed25519/ECDSA keys from ~/.ssh; passwords and passphrases go in the macOS Keychain. |
| Permissions | View and change remote file permissions (chmod) from the browser. |
Why a native app matters
Noden is built with SwiftUI and notarized by Apple, so it feels like a Mac app and runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel. You don't need a separate terminal and a separate FTP program — it's one focused tool for SSH and SFTP.
Install Noden on macOS
brew install --cask useroamteknoloji/tap/nodenFrequently asked questions
What is a good SFTP client for Mac?
Noden is a native macOS SFTP client with a dual-pane browser, drag-and-drop transfers and remote editing, plus an SSH terminal in the same window.
Can I edit remote files over SFTP on a Mac?
Yes. Noden opens a remote file in a Mac editor and uploads your saved changes back automatically.
Is Noden's SFTP free?
Yes. The SFTP file manager and terminal are free for up to five connections. Pro adds unlimited connections, full history and AI for USD 10 per year.
See also: Best SSH client for Mac · MobaXterm alternative · Termius alternative · Mac SSH client guide