Comparison

NetCommander vs MDWriter

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

MDWriter

Features
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This app is the clean and simple Markdown editor designed to help you capture, organize, and format your ideas with ease. Enjoy a writing experience that's focused, fast, and free from distractions. Key Features: Instant Preview With a single tap, switch from editor to a beautifully formatted preview. See exactly how your text will look, ensuring your lists, links, and images are perfect before you export. Distraction-Free Writing Our clean, minimalist interface lets you focus on what truly matters: your content. No complicated menus, just a straightforward space for your thoughts to flow. Intuitive File Management Easily create, rename, and delete your files right within the app. Keep all your notes, drafts, and documents neatly organized and accessible. Works Completely Offline No internet? No problem. All your files are stored securely on your device, giving you the freedom to write and edit anytime, anywhere. Learn as You Write Features a built-in reference with all the basic Markdown syntax, making it easy for anyone to master the essentials and start writing beautifully formatted text in no time. Perfect for: Bloggers and writers drafting articles. Students taking lecture notes and writing reports. Developers creating documentation and technical notes. Anyone looking to capture and structure their ideas. [About Premium Plan (Subscription)] Ad‑free browsing, iCloud sync, and unlimited documents — all included in the Premium Plan. • Subscription period: 1 month (Auto-renewable) • Price: $0.49/ month • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://ios-mac-a7694.web.app/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download now and rediscover the joy of writing.

Screenshots

NetCommander3 screens
MDWriter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MDWriter at Free against NetCommander's $1.99. NetCommander's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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

MDWriter is free to download; NetCommander costs $1.99 up front. MDWriter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.49 per month. NetCommander asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
NetCommander versus MDWriter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetCommanderMDWriter
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.5 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcin Labenskihirokazu murabe

In-app purchases

None

NetCommander

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MDWriter

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Plan$0.491 Month

Questions

Is NetCommander free?
NetCommander costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MDWriter free?
MDWriter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NetCommander or MDWriter have ads?
MDWriter shows ads; NetCommander does not.
Which is updated more often, NetCommander or MDWriter?
NetCommander ships an update every 2 months, and MDWriter every 2 months. Most recently, NetCommander was updated on September 7, 2026 and MDWriter on June 11, 2026.

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