Comparison

GoFTP Server vs Remote Screen Viewer

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

Remote Screen Viewer

Remotely view an iPhone or iPad screen to provide step-by-step guidance. Initiate a call and share a code to see their device in real-time. Ideal for assisting family, friends, or customers with their iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Live screen sharing
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Phone call integration
  • 6-digit code for access
  • View-only mode
  • Assistance for family and friends
Features
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Remote Screen Viewer lets you see someone else's iPhone or iPad screen so you can guide them through anything, step by step. Start a phone call with the person you want to help. Ask them to open the View My Screen app on their device — a large 6-digit code will appear on their screen. Enter that code and their screen appears on yours instantly. Perfect for helping family members, friends, or customers navigate their iPhone or iPad. • $2.99 — includes 2 hours of session time • Additional time packs and an unlimited monthly plan available in-app • Works on iPhone and iPad • View only — you can see their screen but cannot tap, type, or control their device • No subscription — one-time purchase This App can be run on iphone, ipad or MacOS but the companion app can only run on iphone or ipad. Requires View My Screen app(free) on the other person's device. Remote Screen Viewer includes built-in options to help them install the app — including sending a direct text message with an App Store download link, step-by-step install instructions you can read aloud over the phone, or guidance for finding it if it's already installed.

Screenshots

GoFTP Server4 screens
Remote Screen Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GoFTP Server at Free against Remote Screen Viewer's $2.99. GoFTP Server also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (68 vs 1). Remote Screen Viewer's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 5 months) and chart position (#182 vs unranked). On rating, ads 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; Remote Screen Viewer costs $2.99 up front. Remote Screen Viewer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. GoFTP Server asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Screen Viewer 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GoFTP Server ships an update every 5 months, Remote Screen Viewer daily. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
GoFTP Server versus Remote Screen Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoFTP ServerRemote Screen Viewer
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.8 (68 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings68 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#182 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeszek SzaryBryon Monday

Customer experience

GoFTP Server

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

Remote Screen Viewer

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

In-app purchases

None

GoFTP Server

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Remote Screen Viewer

One-time3
  • Small Pack 2 hours$1.99
  • Medium Pack$3.99
  • Large Pack$5.99

Questions

Is GoFTP Server free?
GoFTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Screen Viewer free?
Remote Screen Viewer costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GoFTP Server or Remote Screen Viewer?
Remote Screen Viewer is rated higher. GoFTP Server averages 4.8 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while Remote Screen Viewer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do GoFTP Server or Remote Screen Viewer have ads?
Neither GoFTP Server nor Remote Screen Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GoFTP Server or Remote Screen Viewer?
GoFTP Server ships an update every 5 months, and Remote Screen Viewer daily. Most recently, GoFTP Server was updated on October 23, 2026 and Remote Screen Viewer on October 24, 2026.

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