Termius alternative for macOS

A native, local-first Termius alternative for Mac

Published July 15, 2026 · By Useroam Teknoloji

Noden is a native macOS SSH and SFTP client for people who want the Termius workflow without a cloud account or a steep subscription: saved connections, multiple terminals in one window, dual-pane file transfers and an optional AI assistant that proposes shell commands and waits for your approval before running them.

What is Termius?

Termius is a cross-platform SSH client available on macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android, built around an account with optional cloud sync of your hosts. Noden takes a different approach: it is built specifically for macOS, keeps your data on your Mac by default, and uses a single low-cost yearly license.

Noden and Termius at a glance

Platform	Noden: native macOS app (SwiftUI) Termius: cross-platform (macOS, Windows, Linux, mobile)
Data model	Noden is local-first: connections and history stay on your Mac; secrets go in the macOS Keychain. No account required to use it.
SSH sessions	Both support saved SSH sessions and multiple terminals. Noden adds a grid view to watch several live terminals at once.
File transfers	Both provide graphical SFTP. Noden shows a dual-pane browser in the same window as the terminal, with drag-and-drop and remote editing that uploads back automatically.
AI commands	Noden turns plain-English tasks into reviewed shell command suggestions and never runs them without your approval.
Keys & config	Noden imports `~/.ssh/config` and uses your existing Ed25519 and ECDSA keys from `~/.ssh`.
Pricing	Noden is free for up to 5 connections; Pro is a single $10/year for unlimited connections, full history and AI.

When is Noden a good fit?

Choose Noden when your daily work is primarily SSH and SFTP on a Mac, you prefer a native interface over a cross-platform one, you want your connection data to stay local, and you want a simple one-price license rather than a larger subscription. The optional AI assistant helps without ever executing unreviewed commands.

When is Noden not the right choice?

If you need the same client synced across Windows, Linux, iPhone and iPad, or you rely on shared team vaults and cloud sync across many devices, a cross-platform tool like Termius may suit you better. Noden is focused on being the best native SSH and SFTP experience on macOS.

Install Noden on macOS

Install the notarized app directly or with Homebrew. Noden works on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 13 or later.

brew install --cask useroamteknoloji/tap/noden

Download Noden for macOS Read documentation

Frequently asked questions

Is there a native Termius alternative for Mac?

Yes. Noden is a native macOS SSH and SFTP client built with SwiftUI. It stores your connections locally and in the macOS Keychain, and does not require a cloud account to use.

Does Noden need a cloud account like Termius?

No. Noden is local-first: connections and history stay on your Mac and secrets go in the Keychain. A license key unlocks Pro, but there is no mandatory account or cloud sync.

How much does Noden cost?

Noden is free for up to five saved connections, including the terminal and the SFTP file manager. Pro is a single USD 10 per year and adds unlimited connections, full command history and the AI assistant.

Can Noden do SFTP and SSH at the same time?

Yes. Each connection gives you an SSH terminal and a dual-pane SFTP browser in the same window, and you can watch several terminals at once in a grid view.