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QTerminal

Free#27 of 40 in Terminal Emulators

QTerminal: A focused Linux and macOS terminal with tabs, panes, bookmarks, and D-Bus automation. Ranked #27 of 40 in Terminal Emulators by our editors (6.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux and macOS users wanting simple panes and bookmarks.

6.8/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.8 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Linux and macOS users wanting simple panes and bookmarks
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Split panes
Yes
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free and open source under the GPLv2-or-later license
- Tabbed sessions, split panes, dropdown mode, search, and bookmarks
- D-Bus interfaces support window and tab automation
Where it doesn't
- Documented platform coverage is limited to Linux and macOS
- Automation is centered on D-Bus interfaces
- Users needing GPU, SSH, or session-sync features should look elsewhere

Our verdict on QTerminal

QTerminal is a lightweight, Qt-based terminal emulator maintained by the LXQt Project. It can also be used independently of the LXQt desktop environment, making it suitable for Linux and macOS users who want a focused terminal rather than a broader workspace tool. Its core interface combines multiple terminal tabs with vertical or horizontal split panes, while dropdown mode provides a quick-access terminal layout. Text search, command bookmarks, shortcut editing, configurable interface settings, and system clipboard integration round out the everyday feature set.

For organization and customization, QTerminal covers the essentials without moving beyond its terminal-emulator focus. Users can arrange sessions in tabs or split views, search terminal text, save frequently used commands as bookmarks, and adjust shortcuts and interface behavior. Integration with QTermWidget supports its Qt terminal foundation, while system clipboard support connects terminal work with the desktop. The documented D-Bus window and tab interface also gives Linux-oriented workflows a way to automate terminal actions.

QTerminal is a strong fit for users who value free, open-source software and want straightforward session organization on Linux or macOS. Official binary packages are available through major Linux and BSD distributions, and macOS bundle build support is documented. Its GPLv2-or-later licensing is worth reviewing for organizations with specific distribution requirements. The product stays narrowly focused: users looking for GPU acceleration, SSH-oriented workflows, or session synchronization should choose a terminal emulator that specifically provides those capabilities.

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QTerminal pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

QTerminal fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	linux, macos
Split panes	Yes
Session sync	Not verified
GPU acceleration	Not verified
Scripting API	Yes
SSH support	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Linux, macOS
Integrations	3 integrations: QTermWidget, D-Bus, system clipboard
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

QTerminal integrations

QTerminal lists 3 integrations on its own site.

QTermWidget
D-Bus
system clipboard

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