iZip.com vs Localhost Master
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iZip.com
Easily view and manage ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, and 7ZIP files directly on your iOS device. Access password-protected archives without any limitations. All features are available for free.
- View ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, 7ZIP files
- Access password-protected archives
- Local file processing
- No limitations
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iZip is the easiest way to view ZIP, ZIPX, RAR and 7ZIP files on your iOS device. Best of all it's completely free so you can access your files (even WinZip password protected versions) without limitations! Note: while the app is called iZip.com, it isn't a web service. Your files are processed locally on your iPhone or iPad. For more information about iZip please visit www.izip.com
Localhost Master
Instantly share files and text across your devices without needing internet, cloud storage, or cables. Simply connect to the same Wi-Fi network to create a local HTTP server for easy access from any browser.
- Multi-device file and text sharing
- Local network only transfers
- 4-digit access codes
- QR code sharing
- Web file manager for uploads
- Folder organization
- Custom server port
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Localhost Master lets you share files and text across all your devices instantly — no internet, no cloud, no cables required. Just connect to the same Wi-Fi and you're ready to go. Simply add a file or type some text, and Localhost Master spins up a local HTTP server on your device. Every item gets a unique 4-digit code. Anyone on your network can access it instantly from a phone, tablet, PC, smart TV, or any browser — just by visiting a simple URL. Key Features: Multi-Device Support Share with smart TVs, Windows PCs, Macs, iPhones, iPads, phones, and any device with a browser — all on the same Wi-Fi or hotspot. Local Network Only Everything stays on your network. Your files never touch the internet or any external server. Fast, private, and secure by design. 4-Digit Access Codes Each shared item gets a short, memorable code. No long URLs, no account logins, no friction. Share Files, Photos & Text Transfer images, videos, documents, audio files, and plain text snippets in seconds. QR Code Sharing Generate a QR code for any item so nearby devices can connect instantly without typing anything. Web File Manager Upload files directly to your device from any browser on your network — no app install needed on the other end. Folder Organization Keep your shared items tidy with folders and custom names. Custom Server Port Run the server on any port you choose. No Internet Required All transfers happen entirely over your local network. Private, fast, and always available as long as you're on Wi-Fi. Terms of Use: https://mydishview.com/easy-share-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://mydishview.com/easy-share-privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Localhost Master at 5.0 against iZip.com's 2.8. Localhost Master also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). iZip.com's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (40 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Localhost Master sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. iZip.com asks for nothing beyond the download.
Localhost Master holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iZip.com has 40 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
iZip.com ships an update every 3 weeks, Localhost Master every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iZip.com | Localhost Master |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (40 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 39.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 40 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 5.0 — better | 26.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | iBoostUp Pty Ltd | Soroush Chehresa |
In-app purchases
iZip.com
No in-app purchases
Localhost Master
- Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
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