MyShell
Comparison · Windows terminal
MyShell vs Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal is the excellent default host for PowerShell, cmd, and WSL. MyShell layers a full shell workspace on top of local and SSH sessions — help, tasks, composer, and AI — so you spend less time leaving the terminal to look things up or paste commands.
Why teams pick MyShell over Windows Terminal
- Windows Terminal is an excellent prompt; MyShell adds workspace features around it
- SSH remotes, quick starts, and groups for repeatable environments
- Offline help that follows session OS — useful across Windows hosts and Linux VMs
- Same Desktop app if you also work on macOS or Linux
Feature comparison
| Feature | Windows Terminal | MyShell |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Terminal host (Windows) | Shell workspace (3 platforms) |
| Offline contextual help | No | Yes — OS/tool aware + Run |
| SSH workspace | Profiles / external tools | First-class local + SSH sessions |
| Command composer | Shell only | Composer into active session |
| AI with Run | External | BYOK / optional Cloud Auto AI |
| Grid + hibernate | Panes / tabs | Multi-column grid, LIVE/HIBERNATED |
| macOS / Linux app | Windows only | Native on all three |
| Pricing | Free | $39 Desktop; Cloud optional |
Who each is for
Stay with Windows Terminal alone if tabs and profiles are enough. Choose MyShell when you manage many local and remote shells, want offline OS-aware help, and prefer one-click Run from help, tasks, and AI.
FAQ
Does MyShell replace Windows Terminal?
It can be your daily shell workspace on Windows. Windows Terminal remains a solid system default; MyShell’s differentiator is help, sessions, composer, and AI Run.
Does MyShell support PowerShell and WSL?
MyShell runs local shells on Windows and SSH into remote machines. Use it alongside whatever shells you already rely on.
Is there a free trial?
Yes — a 14-day trial is available so you can try the workspace before buying Desktop.
Try the shell workspace
MyShell Desktop is a one-time $39 license with BYOK AI included. Optional Cloud adds sync and hosted Auto AI. 14-day trial available.