Sensor vs FTP Client
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sensor
Access and utilize all your device's sensors with this comprehensive tool. Explore GPS, gyroscope, acceleration, magnetometer, altimeter, and attitude data for various applications and research.
- Access GPS for precise location
- Utilize gyroscope for orientation
- Measure acceleration and movement
- Detect magnetic fields with magnetometer
- Access altimeter and pressure data
- Monitor device attitude (roll, pitch, yaw)
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Unlock the full potential of your iPhone and iPad with Sensor-App, the ultimate tool for accessing and utilizing all of your device's sensors. Whether you're an enthusiast, a developer, or simply curious about your device's capabilities, Sensor-App offers a comprehensive suite of tools at your fingertips. Explore a plethora of sensors including: - **GPS**: Navigate with precision and track your device’s exact location. - **Gyroscope**: Experience precise orientation and rotation insights for enhanced application performance. - **Acceleration Sensor**: Measure the speed and direction of movement, perfect for fitness and motion-based applications. - **Magnetometer**: Detect magnetic field strength and direction, useful for navigation and augmented reality. - **Altimeter/Pressure Sensor**: Access real-time altitude and pressure data, ideal for outdoor adventures. - **Attitude**: Understand device posture with detailed readings of roll, pitch, and yaw. Designed with both power users and beginners in mind, Sensor-App provides intuitive access to your device’s advanced hardware features. Take control of your sensor data and transform how you interact with the world around you. Whether for personal exploration, scientific research, or application development, Sensor-App is your gateway to a more insightful mobile experience.
FTP Client
Access and edit server files directly from your device's file manager. Supports FTP, SFTP, and FTPS with secure encryption. Automate file transfers with shortcuts for increased productivity.
- Access server files in Files app
- Supports FTP, SFTP, FTPS
- TLS encryption
- iCloud Keychain sync
- Fast uploads via share sheet
- Shortcuts app integration
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FTP Files puts your server content in the Files app & Finder with minimum setup or hassle. Open and edit with any app at your convenience. The app supports FTP, SFTP and FTPS with implicit or explicit TLS encryption and your server configurations are synced between iPhone, iPad and Mac if you have iCloud Keychain enabled. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Powerful automation is included, allowing you to work with the Shortcuts app for listing, downloading, and uploading files. It's designed to automate your routine tasks, increasing your productivity.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FTP Client at 4.5 against Sensor's 4.0. FTP Client also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). Sensor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price 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. FTP Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Sensor asks for nothing beyond the download.
FTP Client holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FTP Client has 36 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Sensor's written reviews are positive against 74% of FTP Client's.
Sensor ships an update every 2 months, FTP Client every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sensor | FTP Client |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 4.5 (36 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | 73.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 36 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 27.0 | 18.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Volker Schmitt | Anders Borum ApS |
Customer experience
Sensor
FTP Client
In-app purchases
Sensor
No in-app purchases
FTP Client
- FTP Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
- Lifetime FTP Pro$13.99
- Lifetime FTP Pro$14.99
