# iTransfer vs DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server at 100% against iTransfer's 52%. DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). iTransfer's advantage is ratings volume (214 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iTransfer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iTransfer has 214 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of iTransfer's written reviews are positive against 100% of DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server's.

iTransfer ships an update every 4 months, DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iTransfer | DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (214 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itransfer-file-transfer-tool/id530424200/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivehq-cloud-ftp-server/id1178507100/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **214** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 52.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ComcSoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/413971334) | [Drive Headquarters, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/467056338) |

## What reviewers say

### iTransfer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itransfer-file-transfer-tool/id530424200)

Securely transfer files between your device, cloud storage, and FTP servers. Manage, view, and share documents and photos with ease. Offers robust security features for business professionals.

**Highlights:** Cloud drive integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, GoogleDrive), FTP, FTPS, SFTP support, Private key authentication for SFTP, File management (add, search, rename, move, delete), View and play various file types, Email and print documents, Password protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy file transfers
- 👍 Useful for managing files
- 🔒 SFTP support
- 💡 Allows music/photo uploads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 👎 Limited free version
- 👎 Aggressive upgrade prompts
- 👎 Difficult to use interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to add SFTP/FTP servers
- Uploads/downloads fail randomly
- Incompatible with certain file types
- Crashes when trying to access servers

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Ability to edit server configurations
- Background upload/download support
- Improved file browsing and selection


### DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivehq-cloud-ftp-server/id1178507100)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1GB storage monthly service | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1GB storage and 5 user licenses monthly service | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1GB storage yearly service | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1GB storage + 5 user licenses yearly service | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iTransfer free?

iTransfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server free?

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iTransfer or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server?

DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server is rated higher. iTransfer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 214 ratings, while DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do iTransfer or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server have ads?

iTransfer shows ads; DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server does not.

### Which is updated more often, iTransfer or DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server?

iTransfer ships an update every 4 months, and DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server monthly. Most recently, iTransfer was updated on October 22, 2026 and DriveHQ Cloud FTP Server on September 19, 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.*