Remote Media Manager vs GoFTP Server
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Remote Media Manager
This app acts as a versatile file browser and viewer for iOS devices. It allows you to stream, manage, copy, and move files between various network devices and cloud storage services without needing additional software. Enjoy playing video and audio files directly from their original location.
- Stream video and audio without conversion
- Connect to NAS, computers, and cloud storage
- Wireless file transfer
- Supports multiple video formats
- Stream to Apple TV and Chromecast
- Access media from iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive
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RManager is the powerfull intuitive file browser and viewer for iOS. App can view, copy, move, stream, and manage files between NAS drives, computers, servers, and cloud storage in any direction. You don’t need to install any other software. App will scan and locate devices on your network and connect in seconds. With our app you can play any video file without conversion, no need to move and copy files - app stream audio and video from your computer or cloud services to any iOS device. You can watch videos on your HDTV with Apple TV or Google Chromecast. App connects to computers with Mac OS, Windows and Linux, work with files stored on Apple Time Capsule, NAS, WebDav, Cloud services (iCloud, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Google Drive) FEATURES - Plays most video formats without conversion: avi, mkv, wmv, mpg, mp4, mov and others. - Connect to FTP, SFTP, SMB, WebDav, Cloud services - Wireless transfer files from any network device - True streaming audio and video on your network without file copying - Streaming audio and video to your HDTV via Apple TV and Google Chromecast - Stream music, video and photo from iCloud, OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, Yandex.Disk - Playback and volume control using simple gestures - Access to media library on the iOS device (Music, Video, Photos) - Watch online TV, listen to Internet radio (M3U playlists support) Read our How to use guide for step by step help with getting connected.
GoFTP Server
Easily share files between your mobile device and computers using the standard FTP protocol. Transfer photos, videos, and documents wirelessly over Wi-Fi without needing cloud services or cables. Access your device like a wireless drive from any computer on your network.
- Wireless file transfer over Wi-Fi
- FTP standard support
- Two-way file transfers
- No cloud services needed
- Access as a wireless drive
- Private network sharing
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GoFTP Server lets you seamlessly share files between your mobile device and your other devices. FTP is a standard network protocol supported by various applications available on almost any device with a network connection. With GoFTP Server, you can easily transfer photos, videos, documents, and any other files between your iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC, Windows, Linux, or any device with an FTP client. Enjoy fast file transfers over Wi-Fi, no cables required. • Effortlessly move photos and videos from your iPhone to any Windows, Linux, or Mac computer - no cloud services needed. • Connect to the app on your iPhone using the built-in FTP clients available on most operating systems - usually no additional software is required on your computer. • Enjoy smooth two-way file transfers: send files from your iPhone to your computer or bring files back onto your device. • Export photos and videos with your Photos albums preserved - albums become folders, keeping your media organized. • Take advantage of the universal FTP standard to share files even with older computers and legacy devices. • Transfer everything over Wi-Fi and enjoy complete freedom - no cables, no adapters, no hassle. • Turn your iPhone into a mini wireless drive accessible from any device on your network. • Share files privately within your own Wi-Fi network - with no third-party servers and no internet connection required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: GoFTP Server at 4.8 against Remote Media Manager's 4.1. GoFTP Server also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (76% vs 66%). Remote Media Manager's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Remote Media Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GoFTP Server asks for nothing beyond the download.
GoFTP Server holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 68 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Remote Media Manager's written reviews are positive against 76% of GoFTP Server's.
Remote Media Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, GoFTP Server every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remote Media Manager | GoFTP Server |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (57 ratings) | 4.8 (68 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | 75.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 57 | 68 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Macsoftex | Leszek Szary |
Customer experience
Remote Media Manager
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In-app purchases
Remote Media Manager
- Upgrade$2.99
GoFTP Server
No in-app purchases
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