Comparison

FTP Server vs DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

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

Head to head
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
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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

About

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

This app provides a robust cloud-based FTP, SFTP, and FTPS server solution. It allows for instant setup, secure file sharing with sub-users, and public downloads. Manage accounts and permissions from anywhere for a reliable and cost-effective alternative to in-house servers.

Highlights
  • Instant FTP/SFTP/FTPS server setup
  • Secure file sharing with sub-users
  • Customizable user permissions
  • Public file download hosting
  • Remote account and folder management
  • Integration with DriveHQ services
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DriveHQ is one of the largest FTP/SFTP/FTPS Server Hosting service providers. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server can be setup instantly. It is a complete FTP/SFTP solution with all standard FTP features and many high-end business FTP features. You can connect to the Cloud FTP Server using any FTP client software. It can completely replace your in-house FTP server or FTP virtual machines for only a fraction of the cost. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server is fast with virtually unlimited amount of bandwidth, and it is extremely reliable with over 99.99% uptime. It supports secure FTP with FTP over SSL/TLS (FTPS/FTPES) and SFTP. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server allows you to create sub-users. You can create regular FTP accounts for your employees (co-workers) and guest accounts for external clients. Each user will have his (her) own login credential and FTP root folder. You can share different folders to various sub-users with read-only or read-write permissions. It is the most popular way of securely sharing large files with multiple clients. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server can host large files for public download. The performance and reliability is far superior to any in-house FTP server. You can publish anonymous FTP download URLs or HTTP-based download URLs. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server App makes it extremely easy to setup and manage your Cloud FTP Server. You can manage your FTP accounts and Folder access rights from anywhere at any time. DriveHQ Cloud FTP server is better than other FTP servers in that it is seamlessly integrated with our very broad Cloud IT service. Users can use DriveHQ FileManager, WebDAV Drive Mapping Tool or DriveHQ.com website to access their cloud files. Founded in 2003 in Silicon Valley, DriveHQ has over 3 million members and over 20 years of solid track record. Please visit www.DriveHQ.com for more details.

Screenshots

FTP Server2 screens
DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server at 100% against FTP Server's 20%. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.9) and update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months). FTP Server's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (570 vs 3). 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. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. FTP Server asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FTP Server has 570 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of FTP Server's written reviews are positive against 100% of DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP Server ships an update every 7 months, DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FTP Server versus DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ServerDriveHQ Cloud FTP Server
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (570 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings570 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS3.1 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSavy Soda Pty LtdDrive Headquarters, Inc.

Customer experience

FTP Server

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

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and 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

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FTP Server

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

One-time4
  • 1GB storage monthly service$1.99
  • 1GB storage and 5 user licenses monthly service$4.99
  • 1GB storage yearly service$19.99
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  • 1GB storage + 5 user licenses yearly service$44.99

Questions

Is FTP Server free?
FTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server free?
DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FTP Server or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server?
DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server is rated higher. FTP Server averages 1.9 out of 5 from 570 ratings, while DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do FTP Server or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server have ads?
Neither FTP Server nor DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FTP Server or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server?
FTP Server ships an update every 7 months, and DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server monthly. Most recently, FTP Server was updated on September 14, 2026 and DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server on September 19, 2026.

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