Comparison

iTransfer vs GoFTP Server

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

Head to head
About

iTransfer

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
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No. 1 App for file upload/download on iPhone/iPad! Most secure file download/upload tool for business and professional users. Supported features include: 1. Download files from your iCloud Drive. Save local files to iCloud Drive. 2. Upload/download files to/from FTP/SFTP/FTPS servers. 3. Upload/download files to/from DropBox, Box, OneDrive, and GoogleDrive. 4. Support both user name/password and Private Key authentication for SFTP. Support both PPK and PEM keys. Support importing keys from/exporting keys to iCloud Drive under iTransfer/keys folder. 5. Email files. 6. Manage files, including adding a folder, searching, renaming, moving or deleting files. 7. View supported files, including: PDF, DOC, EXCEL, PPT, image files, TXT, etc. 8. Open files using other Apps through “Open in”. 9. Play photo slideshows. 10. Support launching with a password. 11. Print documents. 12. Share photos on Facebook, Twitter and Weibo. With its simple interfaces, iTransfer provides the easiest way to transfer files on iPhone and iPad. If you have any questions, please visit: http://www.comcsoft.com/Portfolio/our_apps/iTransfer/iTransfer_overview.php.

About

GoFTP Server

Easily share files between your mobile device and computers using the standard FTP protocol. Transfer photos, videos, and documents wirelessly over Wi-Fi without needing cloud services or cables. Access your device like a wireless drive from any computer on your network.

Highlights
  • Wireless file transfer over Wi-Fi
  • FTP standard support
  • Two-way file transfers
  • No cloud services needed
  • Access as a wireless drive
  • Private network sharing
Features
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GoFTP Server lets you seamlessly share files between your mobile device and your other devices. FTP is a standard network protocol supported by various applications available on almost any device with a network connection. With GoFTP Server, you can easily transfer photos, videos, documents, and any other files between your iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC, Windows, Linux, or any device with an FTP client. Enjoy fast file transfers over Wi-Fi, no cables required. • Effortlessly move photos and videos from your iPhone to any Windows, Linux, or Mac computer - no cloud services needed. • Connect to the app on your iPhone using the built-in FTP clients available on most operating systems - usually no additional software is required on your computer. • Enjoy smooth two-way file transfers: send files from your iPhone to your computer or bring files back onto your device. • Export photos and videos with your Photos albums preserved - albums become folders, keeping your media organized. • Take advantage of the universal FTP standard to share files even with older computers and legacy devices. • Transfer everything over Wi-Fi and enjoy complete freedom - no cables, no adapters, no hassle. • Turn your iPhone into a mini wireless drive accessible from any device on your network. • Share files privately within your own Wi-Fi network - with no third-party servers and no internet connection required.

Screenshots

iTransfer4 screens
GoFTP Server4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iTransfer at Free against GoFTP Server's $3.99. iTransfer also leads on ratings volume (214 vs 68). GoFTP Server's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence 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

iTransfer is free to download; GoFTP Server costs $3.99 up front. iTransfer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GoFTP Server asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GoFTP Server holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 214 and 68 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of iTransfer's written reviews are positive against 78% of GoFTP Server's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTransfer ships an update every 4 months, GoFTP Server every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iTransfer versus GoFTP Server: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTransferGoFTP Server
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.1 (214 ratings)4.8 (68 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.1% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings214 — better68
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComcSoft CorporationLeszek Szary

Customer experience

iTransfer

All ratings214 ratings
Positive78.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews303 reviews
Positive52.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative42.6%

GoFTP Server

All ratings68 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

iTransfer

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

GoFTP Server

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iTransfer

One-time1
  • Premium$4.99
None

GoFTP Server

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iTransfer free?
iTransfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GoFTP Server free?
GoFTP Server costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iTransfer or GoFTP Server?
GoFTP Server is rated higher. iTransfer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 214 ratings, while GoFTP Server averages 4.8 from 68 ratings.
Do iTransfer or GoFTP Server have ads?
iTransfer shows ads; GoFTP Server does not.
Which is updated more often, iTransfer or GoFTP Server?
iTransfer ships an update every 4 months, and GoFTP Server every 5 months. Most recently, iTransfer was updated on September 13, 2026 and GoFTP Server on September 23, 2026.

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