# GoFTP Server vs Remote Screen Viewer

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoFTP Server | Remote Screen Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goftp-server/id1610864726/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-screen-viewer/id6773333257/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **68** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 75.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#182** |
| Size | 9 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leszek Szary](https://appshunter.io/developer/464282200) | [Bryon Monday](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773333035) |

## What reviewers say

### GoFTP Server

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goftp-server/id1610864726)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Remote Screen Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-screen-viewer/id6773333257)

**Currently charting:** #182 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Pack 2 hours | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*