MobaXTerm vs. PuTTY
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | MobaXTerm | PuTTY |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Review count | 110 | 352 |
| Ease of use | 9.4 | 9.1 |
| Ease of setup | 9.3 | 9.4 |
| Quality of support | 8.6 | 8.3 |
| Meets requirements | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| NPS | 78.431373 | 65.497076 |
| Small Business | 28.4% | 26.4% |
| Mid-Market | 47.7% | 27.8% |
| Enterprise | 23.9% | 45.8% |
| Total page views | 1,848 | 699 |
| Total LLM citations | 13,837 | 2,876 |
MobaXTerm
MobaXterm is an all-in-one remote computing toolbox designed for Windows, integrating a comprehensive suite of network tools and Unix commands into a single, portable application. It caters to IT professionals, developers, and system administrators who require efficient management of remote systems. By consolidating various functionalities, MobaXterm simplifies complex networking tasks and enhances productivity.
- Simplicity
- File Transfer
- Ease of Use
- User-Friendly
- Screen Sharing
- Patch Management
PuTTY
PuTTY is a free, open-source client program for the SSH, Telnet, Rlogin, and SUPDUP network protocols, enabling users to run remote sessions on computers over a network. It is primarily developed and maintained by Simon Tatham. PuTTY is available for Windows and Unix platforms and includes an `xterm` terminal emulator. The latest version, 0.83, was released on February 8, 2025. Key Features and Functionality: - Protocol Support: PuTTY supports multiple network protocols, including SSH, Telnet, Rlogin, and SUPDUP, allowing secure and flexible remote connections.