# FTP Client vs iCroc Cross

The clearest difference is rating: iCroc Cross at 5.0 against FTP Client's 3.2. FTP Client's advantage is ratings volume (58 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FTP Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iCroc Cross sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iCroc Cross holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FTP Client has 58 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FTP Client ships an update every 2 months, iCroc Cross monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FTP Client | iCroc Cross |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ftp-client-ftp-server-files/id1020652555/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icroc-cross-platform-transfers/id6444355962/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **58** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 31.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Loopbots Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1384442096) | [健斌 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/519082543) |

## What reviewers say

### FTP Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ftp-client-ftp-server-files/id1020652555)

This app acts as a file manager and explorer for your servers and shared networks. It allows you to securely upload and download any file type, manage files, and access network shares. It offers robust security features and a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Unlimited FTP accounts, Upload and download any file, Password and biometric lock, Access macOS and Windows network shares, Rich text file editor, File and directory management

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ad | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 🚀 Quick actions for speed
- 👍 Easy navigation
- 🚀 Instant FTPS connection
- 👍 Works as advertised

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Too complicated
- 😠 Monthly subscription not preferred
- 😠 Too many ads
- 😠 Ads make app unusable
- 😠 Can't get past ads

**Reported bugs**

- New connection every revisit
- File isn't showing
- Can't download folders
- Can't dismiss the pop up ad for stupid fish game
- It's all Ads you can't actually use the app

**Requested features**

- Release a paid version (no ads) directly from App Store
- Capability of transferring an entire folder
- Capability of transferring multiple files simultaneously
- Update for use with Files
- Allow port number to be set


### iCroc Cross

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icroc-cross-platform-transfers/id6444355962)

Securely transfer files and folders between any two computers, regardless of their operating system. This tool offers end-to-end encryption and supports resuming interrupted transfers without needing local servers or port forwarding.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform file transfers, End-to-end encryption, Resumable interrupted transfers, No local server/port forwarding needed, Multiple file transfers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FTP Client free?

FTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is iCroc Cross free?

iCroc Cross is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FTP Client or iCroc Cross?

iCroc Cross is rated higher. FTP Client averages 3.2 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while iCroc Cross averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do FTP Client or iCroc Cross have ads?

Neither FTP Client nor iCroc Cross shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FTP Client or iCroc Cross?

FTP Client ships an update every 2 months, and iCroc Cross monthly. Most recently, FTP Client was updated on November 6, 2026 and iCroc Cross on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*