# FTP Sprite vs My File Explorer

The clearest difference is rating: My File Explorer at 4.3 against FTP Sprite's 3.1. My File Explorer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FTP Sprite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and My File Explorer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

My File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 31 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of FTP Sprite's written reviews are positive against 58% of My File Explorer's.

FTP Sprite ships an update every 4 months, My File Explorer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FTP Sprite | My File Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ftp-sprite/id541502612/reviews) | **[4.3 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-file-explorer/id571929068/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **31** |
| Positive reviews | 55.0% of reviews | **57.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 42 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +17 |
| Developer | [锦文 游](https://appshunter.io/developer/406832160) | [GLOBILE BILISIM BILGISAYAR HIZMETLERI ILETISIM DANISMANLIK SANAYI TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/446784596) |

## What reviewers say

### FTP Sprite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ftp-sprite/id541502612)

This app transforms your iOS device into a versatile FTP client, enabling you to download and upload files to and from FTP servers. It also offers robust local file management, sharing capabilities via Wi-Fi and USB, and a wide range of file viewing options for various document, image, and video formats.

**Highlights:** FTP client functionality, Multiple file/folder download/upload, Wi-Fi and USB file sharing, Local file management, Document and media viewer, File compression/decompression

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $1.99 | one-time |


### My File Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-file-explorer/id571929068)

Manage, store, and transfer files on your iOS devices. Access your photo library from your computer wirelessly, and organize documents with various tools. Supports numerous file formats and offers secure folder options.

**Highlights:** File management and storage, Wi-Fi file transfer, Photo library access, Document viewing, Zip/unzip/unrar support, Passcode protected folders, Dropbox integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to PRO | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FTP Sprite free?

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

### Is My File Explorer free?

My File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FTP Sprite or My File Explorer?

My File Explorer is rated higher. FTP Sprite averages 3.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while My File Explorer averages 4.3 from 31 ratings.

### Do FTP Sprite or My File Explorer have ads?

FTP Sprite shows ads; My File Explorer does not.

### Which is updated more often, FTP Sprite or My File Explorer?

FTP Sprite ships an update every 4 months, and My File Explorer every 3 weeks. Most recently, FTP Sprite was updated on September 25, 2026 and My File Explorer on August 17, 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.*