Comparison

FTP Server vs Air Transfer

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

Air Transfer

Seamlessly sync your clipboard across devices and manage computer files directly from your phone. Preview, stream, and download files without using device storage. Ideal for programmers and everyday users needing efficient data transfer and file access.

Highlights
  • Clipboard synchronization
  • Access computer files remotely
  • Stream audio and video
  • File upload and download
  • Support for various file formats
  • Network interface for programmers
Features
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'Air Transfer' is a clipboard extension tool, and you can also manage the clipboard synchronously with your computer.After installing the software on the mobile phone or Mac, you can access the local clipboard through the browser on other platforms, and support file uploading 'Air Transfer' for Mac can be searched and downloaded in the app store. You can browse and manage files on your computer directly on your phone, without downloading them, and without taking up storage space on your iOS device. Special Feature 1. Clipboard • No need to open the App, just swipe to the negative screen to automatically save the latest clipboard • The content copied in the browser will automatically save the current web page link • Send the clipboard to the phone on the Mac, and display it in the form of a system notification. Pull down the notification directly and click to copy to use, no need to open the App • Click on the negative screen to send the clipboard to the computer without opening the app 2. Manage computer files • After setting up shared folders in MyCloud on Mac. All visible content in this folder can be directly accessed on the phone. Support online preview. The video and music will be played in streaming mode, which does not occupy the phone memory • Support search function, quickly locate the specified file on the mobile phone • Support downloading files on the computer to the local for easy offline viewing. At the same time, you can also upload local files to your computer • Support almost all file formats. Including full format picture browsing, audio, video, code (highlighted display), markdown, word, excel, ppt, etc. Three, open network interface All the above functions are accomplished through HTTP POST/GET requests. All interface information can be viewed on the Mac side. If you are a programmer, you will be able to access and operate files on your computer through the interface on any platform If you are a novice who is just starting to learn programming, this will be a good tool for you to learn network programming

Screenshots

FTP Server2 screens
Air Transfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Air Transfer at 5.0 against FTP Server's 1.9. Air Transfer also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). FTP Server's advantage is ratings volume (570 vs 1) and iOS requirement (3.1 vs 11.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Air Transfer 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP Server ships an update every 7 months, Air Transfer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FTP Server versus Air Transfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ServerAir Transfer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (570 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings570 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS3.1 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSavy Soda Pty Ltd意 田

Customer experience

FTP Server

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

Air Transfer

All ratings1 ratings
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

Air Transfer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FTP Server

No in-app purchases

None

Air Transfer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FTP Server free?
FTP Server is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Air Transfer free?
Air Transfer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FTP Server or Air Transfer?
Air Transfer is rated higher. FTP Server averages 1.9 out of 5 from 570 ratings, while Air Transfer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FTP Server or Air Transfer have ads?
Neither FTP Server nor Air Transfer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FTP Server or Air Transfer?
FTP Server ships an update every 7 months, and Air Transfer every 2 months. Most recently, FTP Server was updated on September 14, 2026 and Air Transfer on September 8, 2026.

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