FTP Client vs MobiScan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FTP Client
Access and edit server files directly from your device's file manager. Supports FTP, SFTP, and FTPS with secure encryption. Automate file transfers with shortcuts for increased productivity.
- Access server files in Files app
- Supports FTP, SFTP, FTPS
- TLS encryption
- iCloud Keychain sync
- Fast uploads via share sheet
- Shortcuts app integration
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FTP Files puts your server content in the Files app & Finder with minimum setup or hassle. Open and edit with any app at your convenience. The app supports FTP, SFTP and FTPS with implicit or explicit TLS encryption and your server configurations are synced between iPhone, iPad and Mac if you have iCloud Keychain enabled. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Powerful automation is included, allowing you to work with the Shortcuts app for listing, downloading, and uploading files. It's designed to automate your routine tasks, increasing your productivity.
MobiScan
This app transforms your device into a portable scanner for documents, IDs, and more. It offers unlimited free scanning with built-in editing and advanced OCR to extract text. Organize, export, and share your digitized files with ease.
- Unlimited document scanning
- Multi-purpose scanning (IDs, cards, books)
- Built-in editing tools (crop, rotate, enhance)
- Advanced OCR for text extraction
- Simple file management with folders
- Export to PDF and TXT
- Secure sharing via cloud services
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Enjoy unlimited document scanning for free with MobiScan - the intuitive, feature-rich scanning app designed to simplify your life. No ads, no in-app purchases - totally free. Stay organized, increase productivity, and save time anywhere with a powerful mobile scanner always in your pocket. Whether you're a busy professional, a diligent student, or simply looking to declutter your paper-filled world, MobiScan transforms your iOS device into a high-quality, portable scanner that you can use to scan contracts, receipts, business cards, ID cards, passports, or even books at a moment’s notice. KEY MOBISCAN FEATURES • MULTI-PURPOSE SCANNING Scan a variety of content formats, including ID cards, passports, business cards, notes (even handwritten), and books - all in one app. • UNLIMITED DOCUMENT SCANS – FREE Digitize as many documents as you want with crisp clarity using our HD scanning feature. No limits, no hidden caps - just simple, reliable scanning at no cost. • BUILT-IN EDITING TOOLS Crop, rotate, and enhance your scans in seconds. Reorder pages, apply filters for better readability, or sign documents directly inside the app. • ADVANCED OCR TECHNOLOGY Extract text from images instantly with smart Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Make your scans searchable, editable, and easy to share. • SIMPLE FILE MANAGEMENT Organize your documents effortlessly with folders, custom names, and search functionality. Switch between grid or list view for quick navigation. • EASY EXPORT & SHARING Export to PDF or TXT and share securely via cloud services or messaging apps. Copy and paste text in a single tap for faster collaboration. Try MobiScan today - enjoy unlimited scanning for free and experience the power of mobile scanning at your fingertips. Privacy Policy: https://mobisystems.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://mobisystems.com/terms-of-use/
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Verdict
FTP Client and MobiScan both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of MobiScan's written reviews are positive against 74% of FTP Client's. FTP Client's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. FTP Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and MobiScan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FTP Client against 4.6 for MobiScan. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 36 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of FTP Client's written reviews are positive against 100% of MobiScan's.
FTP Client ships an update every 8 days, MobiScan monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | FTP Client | MobiScan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (37 ratings) | 4.6 (36 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 73.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 37 — better | 36 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 123 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anders Borum ApS | MobiSystems, Inc. |
Customer experience
FTP Client
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In-app purchases
FTP Client
- FTP Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
- Lifetime FTP Pro$13.99
- Lifetime FTP Pro$14.99
MobiScan
- Weekly Unlimited Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Unlimited Access7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Yearly Unlimited Access$29.991 Year









