Comparison

GoFTP Server vs NetSonar

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

Head to head
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.

About

NetSonar

Discover and analyze all devices on your local network. Get detailed information on IP addresses, MAC addresses, open ports, and services. Export reports in text or CSV format.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive network scanning
  • Smart device identification
  • Detailed device information
  • Port and service analysis
  • Report generation (text/CSV)
  • Modern interface with dark mode
Features
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NetSonar is a powerful network scanning tool that helps you discover, analyze, and manage all devices connected to your local network. KEY FEATURES: Comprehensive Network Scanning 1.Fast IP address range scanning 2.Multi-stage scanning with real-time updates 3.Support for IPv4 networks Smart Device Identification Detailed Device Information 1.IP address and hostname display 2.MAC address with manufacturer identification 3.Device type classification with icons 4.Online/offline status tracking 5.Open port detection and service identification Port & Service Analysis 1.TCP and UDP port scanning 2.Common service detection (HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, FTP, SMB, etc.) 3.Detailed port information Report Generation 1.Export as text or CSV files 2.Save to Files app or iCloud 3.Comprehensive device statistics Modern Interface 1.Clean and intuitive design 2.Dark mode support 3.Real-time progress indicators Performance 1.Asynchronous scanning 2.Configurable cancellation 3.Optimized for iOS and macOS Privacy: NetSonar operates entirely on your local network. No data is transmitted to external servers.

Screenshots

GoFTP Server4 screens
NetSonar1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GoFTP Server at Free against NetSonar's $0.99. GoFTP Server also leads on ratings volume (68 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.2). On rating, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GoFTP Server is free to download; NetSonar costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NetSonar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GoFTP Server has 68 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GoFTP Server versus NetSonar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoFTP ServerNetSonar
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.8 (68 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings68 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeszek Szary葆霖 李

Customer experience

GoFTP Server

All ratings68 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive75.6%
Neutral7.3%
Negative17.1%

NetSonar

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

GoFTP Server

No in-app purchases

None

NetSonar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GoFTP Server free?
GoFTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NetSonar free?
NetSonar costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GoFTP Server or NetSonar?
NetSonar is rated higher. GoFTP Server averages 4.8 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while NetSonar averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do GoFTP Server or NetSonar have ads?
Neither GoFTP Server nor NetSonar shows ads.

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