ExtraPuTTY vs MobaXterm

ExtraPuTTY — ExtraPuTTY is an enhanced version of PuTTY, the popular open-source SSH and telnet client. It adds additional features like tabbed sessions, saved sessions, session logging, and more configuration opt

MobaXterm — MobaXterm is a free remote desktop application and SSH client for Windows. It includes terminal emulators, SSH, Xserver, network tools and much more in a single portable executable.

ExtraPuTTY offers Tabbed interface, Automatic session saving and loading, Session logging, Additional SSH configuration options, Additional visual customization options, while MobaXterm provides Multi-tabbed terminal, SSH client and server, Remote desktop (RDP, VNC, Xdmcp), File transfer, Port forwarding.

ExtraPuTTY stands out for More convenient tabbed interface, Saves time by automatically saving/loading sessions, Logging helps with auditing and troubleshooting; MobaXterm is known for Free and open source, Cross-platform, Packed with useful network tools.

Feature	ExtraPuTTY	MobaXterm
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Network & Admin	Network & Admin
Pricing	Open Source	N/A

Product Overview

ExtraPuTTY

Description: ExtraPuTTY is an enhanced version of PuTTY, the popular open-source SSH and telnet client. It adds additional features like tabbed sessions, saved sessions, session logging, and more configuration options.

MobaXterm

Description: MobaXterm is a free remote desktop application and SSH client for Windows. It includes terminal emulators, SSH, Xserver, network tools and much more in a single portable executable.

Key Features Comparison

ExtraPuTTY Features

• Tabbed interface
• Automatic session saving and loading
• Session logging
• Additional SSH configuration options
• Additional visual customization options

MobaXterm Features

• Multi-tabbed terminal
• SSH client and server
• Remote desktop (RDP, VNC, Xdmcp)
• File transfer
• Port forwarding
• Command task automation
• Plugin architecture

Pros & Cons Analysis

ExtraPuTTY

Pros

• More convenient tabbed interface
• Saves time by automatically saving/loading sessions
• Logging helps with auditing and troubleshooting
• More SSH configurability than standard PuTTY
• More ways to customize the look and feel

Cons

• Not officially supported or updated as frequently as main PuTTY
• Some more advanced SSH features still missing
• Can be confusing for those used to standard PuTTY
• Logging can have security implications if not managed properly

MobaXterm

Pros

• Free and open source
• Cross-platform
• Packed with useful network tools
• Highly customizable and extensible

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Busy interface can be overwhelming initially
• Lacks native Mac and Linux versions

Pricing Comparison

ExtraPuTTY

• Open Source

MobaXterm

• Not listed