ownCloud EMM vs NetCommander
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
ownCloud EMM
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Connect an ownCloud server and have your private file sync and share cloud up and running in no time. ownCloud is an open source content collaboration software for everyone from individuals operating the free ownCloud server to large enterprises operating under ownCloud Enterprise subscription. HOW DOES THE EMM-APP HELP YOU? With the ownCloud iOS EMM-App you can browse all of your ownCloud synced files, create and edit new files, share these files and folders with co-workers, and keep the contents of those folders in sync across all of your devices. Simply copy a file into a directory on your server and ownCloud does the rest. COOL NEW FEATURES The iOS ownCloud EMM-App brings: - Seamless integration with iOS files for improved collaboration - Multi-select with drag and drop features for efficient file management - Certificate management and password manager integration for boosting security and so much more! Whether using a mobile device, a desktop, or the web client, ownCloud provides the ability to put the right files in the right hands at the right time on any device in one simple-to-use, secure, private and controlled solution. A WORD FROM THE DEVELOPER "The new ownCloud app is a complete redesign and not only uses the latest technologies and frameworks under the hood, but offers the user a native and intuitive iOS user interface. The development of the app was carried out in the team with great passion and we are very pleased, what we may present new in the next versions. Thank you for your support!" Matthias Huehne ABOUT OWNCLOUD ownCloud is the market leading open source content collaboration solution worldwide. ownCloud enables users to securely access and share data from any device, anywhere in the world. With more than 200,000 installations and 50 million users, ownCloud provides users a modern collaborative experience, thereby boosting productivity without compromising on security.ย Terms of Use: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/owncloud/ios-app/master/LICENSE Privacy Policy: https://owncloud.com/privacy-legal/
NetCommander
Manage files on FTP/SFTP servers directly from your device's default Files app. Upload, download, preview, and delete files, and integrate with other apps to load and save projects and documents.
- FTP/SFTP server management
- Integration with Files app
- Download, upload, preview files
- Load/save projects in other apps
- Supports SFTP, FTP, FTPS, FTPES
- iCloud sync for connections
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This app allows you to manage files on FTP/SFTP servers from the default Files app that you already have on your iPhone and iPad. That includes downloading, uploading, previewing, deleting, and other file management functions. You can also load your projects from FTP/SFTP and save them there in apps that allow for accessing files. This function includes: * adding and storing attachments in Mail * exporting photos from Photos, and Camera * loading and saving documents in Numbers, Pages, and Keynote * loading and saving songs in GarageBand * saving web pages as PDF or Web Archive in Safari * importing and exporting projects in iMovie * saving recordings in Voice Memos * and more! The NetCommander consists of two parts: * the NetCommander app - allows you to manage FTP/SFTP connections - create, edit, delete and organize them in folders * the NetCommander File Provider for the operating system - integrates with the operating system of your device - iOS or iPadOS - adding the ability to access FTP/SFTP servers to it The following file servers are supported: * SFTP * FTP * FTPS - implicit FTP over SSL/TLS * FTPES - explicit FTP over SSL/TLS Today, most Linux systems support SFTP or FTPES (also called 'explicit FTPS'). Publicly available file archives that do not need additional security use FTP. SFTP connections can use a password or key authentication. If you have multiple mobile devices, your connections will be synchronized between them using iCloud - it may be turned off in the app settings. More information you can find on the app website.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: NetCommander at $1.99 against ownCloud EMM's $19.99. NetCommander also leads on iOS requirement (13.5 vs 15.4). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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ownCloud EMM costs $19.99 and NetCommander $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ownCloud EMM | NetCommander |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | $1.99 โ better |
| Positive reviews | โ | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | โ | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | 13.5 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ownCloud GmbH | Marcin Labenski |
In-app purchases
ownCloud EMM
No in-app purchases
NetCommander
No in-app purchases
Questions
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