Comparison

iPrivateBrowser vs FTP Server

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

Head to head
About

iPrivateBrowser

A private and secure mobile browser offering TOR integration, ad-blocking, and customizable settings for enhanced online privacy. Enjoy a faster, more secure browsing experience with features like unlimited tabs and passcode protection.

Highlights
  • TOR Integration
  • Ad-Blocking
  • Passcode Protection
  • Unlimited Tabs
  • SSL Encryption
  • User-Agent Switching
Read full description

iPrivateBrowser is a privacy-first web browser built from the ground up to keep your browsing safe, private, and anonymous. With built-in Tor integration, ad blocking, and HTTPS-Only mode, you're in complete control of your online privacy. PRIVACY BY DEFAULT Every browsing session is private. No data is stored between sessions, no tracking, no telemetry, no data collection — ever. Enable "Clear Data on Exit" to automatically wipe all browsing data when you leave the app. TOR INTEGRATION Route your traffic through the Tor network for maximum anonymity. Your IP address is hidden from every website you visit. Access .onion hidden services directly. WebRTC is automatically blocked when Tor is enabled to prevent IP leaks. Traffic is encrypted through multiple relay hops worldwide. AD & TRACKER BLOCKING Built-in content blocking powered by EasyList and EasyPrivacy removes ads and trackers before they load. Pages load faster, your browsing stays private, and fallback rules ensure protection even when offline. HTTPS-ONLY MODE Automatically upgrades all connections to HTTPS. Insecure HTTP connections are blocked unless you explicitly allow them. Onion sites are correctly exempted. PRIVATE TAB MANAGEMENT Visual tab switcher with screenshot previews. Swipe to close tabs. Your open tabs are encrypted at rest, and wiped automatically when Clear Data on Exit is enabled. Close all tabs with a single tap. APP LOCK Protect the browser with PIN or biometric authentication — Face ID, Touch ID, and Optic ID are all supported. Configurable auto-lock timeout. After 10 failed attempts, all data is wiped for security. FULL DEVICE SUPPORT Optimized for iPhone and iPad. Full landscape support with responsive layouts. External keyboard shortcuts. VoiceOver accessibility throughout. Available in 38 languages. ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Bookmarks and favorites with search • Find in Page • Reader Mode for distraction-free reading • Pull to refresh • Custom search engine selection (DuckDuckGo, Startpage, Brave, Google) • Pop-up blocking • JavaScript toggle Your data stays yours. Browse the web on your terms with iPrivateBrowser.

About

FTP Server

Transform your iPhone or iPod into a wireless FTP server. Easily copy, view, and back up files and folders directly to your device. Access your data from anywhere without needing USB drives.

Highlights
  • Wireless FTP server
  • Copy files and folders
  • View uploaded files
  • Backup files
  • Edit text and CSV files
  • Compatible with OS X Finder and Windows Explorer
Features
Read full description

FTP Server by SavySoda ★★★ The Free Version of WiFi FTP with Ad Support ★★★ From the makers of the critically acclaimed WiFi Hard Drive and the #1 Business App on iTunes - Documents. Comes WiFi FTP. WiFi FTP Turns your iPhone and iPod into a Wireless FTP Server. You can now copy multiple files, folders, or entire hard drives to your iPhone and access this information anywhere. Leave your USB keys behind, your iPhone and IPT can do all that and MORE! WiFi FTP is: - SUPER RELIABLE (unlike other FTP apps) - EASY TO USE (single button click) - SUPER FAST (copies GIGS of data in minutes) WiFi FTP is the ultimate FTP Server for your iPhone. It's not only reliable and easy to use but it even lets you view files straight on your iPhone after uploading. Its compatible with all FTP clients including standard OSX Finder and Windows Explorer. Copy files immediately. WiFi FTP lets you: - COPY Files - VIEW Files - BACKUP Files - EVEN EDIT *some* Files (txt,csv) All you need to do is: 1. start WiFi FTP on your iPod or iPhone. 2. Click the ON button 3. connect to supplied IP using ANY ftp client (inc Explorer / Finder) That's it. Now you have all your documents, movies, music, homework, ANYTHING on your phone! And best of all it's only 99c permanently. Utility apps: http:/www.savysoda.com/WiFiFTP

Screenshots

iPrivateBrowser4 screens
FTP Server2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iPrivateBrowser at 3.9 against FTP Server's 1.9. iPrivateBrowser also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (31% vs 20%). FTP Server's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (570 vs 14). On price, 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

Both are free to download. iPrivateBrowser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FTP Server asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iPrivateBrowser holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FTP Server has 570 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of iPrivateBrowser's written reviews are positive against 20% of FTP Server's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPrivateBrowser ships an update every 2 months, FTP Server every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iPrivateBrowser versus FTP Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPrivateBrowserFTP Server
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (14 ratings) — better1.9 (570 ratings)
Positive reviews31.4% of reviews — better20.3% of reviews
Number of ratings14570 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.03.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB3 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShmoopi LLCSavy Soda Pty Ltd

Customer experience

iPrivateBrowser

All ratings14 ratings
Positive64.3%
Neutral21.4%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews156 reviews
Positive31.4%
Neutral9.0%
Negative59.6%

FTP Server

All ratings570 ratings
Positive17.9%
Neutral6.1%
Negative76.0%
Written reviews187 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral9.1%
Negative70.6%

Bugs and requests

iPrivateBrowser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

FTP Server

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes during file uploads
  • On/off switch not responsive
  • Buttons and controls not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Better file browsing and management
  • Support for more file types
  • Ability to access device's photo library

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iPrivateBrowser

One-time1
  • pro version$0.99
None

FTP Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPrivateBrowser free?
iPrivateBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FTP Server free?
FTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iPrivateBrowser or FTP Server?
iPrivateBrowser is rated higher. iPrivateBrowser averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while FTP Server averages 1.9 from 570 ratings.
Do iPrivateBrowser or FTP Server have ads?
Neither iPrivateBrowser nor FTP Server shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPrivateBrowser or FTP Server?
iPrivateBrowser ships an update every 2 months, and FTP Server every 7 months. Most recently, iPrivateBrowser was updated on September 23, 2026 and FTP Server on September 14, 2026.

Other comparisons