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Xshell vs Serial: catalog facts
Xshell	Serial
Paid Commercial software sold by NetSarang.	Paid Costs $39.99 with a free trial and upgrade pricing for earlier owners.
Windows	macOS
Session manager with shared authentication profiles Triggers, quick commands and script recording	Built-in support for most serial adapters without installing drivers Hex view and hex send panel for binary device protocols
Windows only Commercial licence required	macOS only Paid licence after the trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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