Best terminal app for macOS
List of the best terminal apps for macOS.
A powerful replacement for the default Terminal app. Split panes, search, autocomplete, paste history, and extensive customization. Free and open source.
brew install --cask iterm2A fast, cross-platform terminal emulator written in Rust. GPU-accelerated rendering, minimal configuration, and focuses on performance.
brew install --cask alacrittyGPU-based terminal emulator with fast rendering, ligatures, and image support. Highly configurable and lightweight.
brew install --cask kittyModern, AI-powered terminal with blocks, command palette, and collaborative features. Built for speed and developer workflow.
brew install --cask warpTerminal built on web technologies (HTML, CSS, JS). Extensible via plugins and themes.
brew install --cask hyperGPU-accelerated terminal with native macOS feel, ligatures, and image protocol support. Free and open source.
brew install --cask ghostty