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Wave
Wave combines an open-source terminal with workspace context features, according to its project page.
About Wave
Wave is an open-source terminal for macOS, Linux, and Windows. It integrates file previews, a built-in editor, web browsing, AI features, and workspace layouts, and it can manage SSH connections and remote files. Downloads are labeled as beta, and the page says data is stored locally with no login or account required.
Pricing is not clearly stated.
Key features
- Inline previews for images, Markdown, audio/video, HTML, and CSV files
- Built-in editor with syntax highlighting, indentation, and copy/paste support
- SSH connection manager with WSL support
- Workspaces and dashboards that arrange terminals, editors, and web views
- Reusable HTML widgets populated with CLI data
Best for: Managing remote machines from a terminal, with file previews, editing, and web views in one workspace.
Watch out for
- Downloads are labeled as beta.
Wave at a glance
- Website
- waveterm.dev
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- App
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Windows
- Details verified
- Oct 22, 2026 · Official source
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Wave FAQ
Which install formats are listed for each platform?
Mac: Apple Silicon and Intel. Linux: Snap, AppImage, .deb, .rpm, .zip, and pacman. Windows: 64-bit and 32-bit.
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