Comparison

FTP vs GoFTP Server

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FTP

Features
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Turn your phone into an FTP server in seconds. Just set a port, username, and password — and you’re ready to start uploading and downloading in seconds. Features: - FTP server / client connectivity - fast file upload and download - displays open communication ports - broadcast preview files easily accessible via the Files app in the FTP-Server directory

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

Screenshots

FTP4 screens
GoFTP Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GoFTP Server at Free against FTP's $3.99. GoFTP Server also leads on update cadence (every 5 months vs every 20 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GoFTP Server is free to download; FTP costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP ships an update every 20 months, GoFTP Server every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FTP versus GoFTP Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTPGoFTP Server
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (68 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—79.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—68 — better
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerandrzej karLeszek Szary

In-app purchases

None

FTP

No in-app purchases

None

GoFTP Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FTP free?
FTP costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is GoFTP Server free?
GoFTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FTP or GoFTP Server have ads?
Neither FTP nor GoFTP Server shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FTP or GoFTP Server?
FTP ships an update every 20 months, and GoFTP Server every 5 months. Most recently, FTP was updated on September 18, 2026 and GoFTP Server on September 30, 2026.

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