Comparison

FTP Client vs Sync with Computer

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Access server files in Files app
  • Supports FTP, SFTP, FTPS
  • TLS encryption
  • iCloud Keychain sync
  • Fast uploads via share sheet
  • Shortcuts app integration
Features
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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.

About

Sync with Computer

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Sync for Computer synchronizes your phone’s photo library, including the album and folder hierarchy, to a designated folder on your Computer using SSH/SFTP. For users who like to organize their photos into folders and albums, Sync will also - Sync any folders and albums you may have created in your phone’s photo library on your Computer. - Uploads the video component for Live Photos. - Uploads the edited versions of photos and videos. - Mirror or backup your photo library. - Synchronize your entire photo library or only certain folders and albums. In summary, each time you run Sync, it will make sure any changes to your phone’s photo library are updated on your Computer, overwriting, renaming, uploading, and deleting items on your Computer if needed. Sync will also NEVER delete any photos from your phone. Sync performs a ONE-WAY sync only, making your Computer match your phone’s photo library. Any changes made on your Computer will not be synced to your phone, rather, the changes on your Computer will simply be overwritten the next time you run a Sync. Free Plan The free plan is limited to syncing up to 3 top level folders and albums and up to 200 photos. Premium Plan Our affordable premium plan removes all restrictions and unlocks access to all future features. Subscription Pricing and Terms - Annual or monthly subscription billing will start immediately after you subscribe and will auto-renew each year or month. - Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least one day before the renewal date within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your account settings in the App Store. - Subscriptions are non-refundable, so please choose this option carefully. - Please refer to the In-App Purchases section for pricing. Terms of Use — https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy — https://sync.photosplus.app/privacy.php

Screenshots

FTP Client4 screens
Sync with Computer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FTP Client at every 5 days against Sync with Computer's every 6 weeks. Sync with Computer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. FTP Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Sync with Computer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP Client ships an update every 5 days, Sync with Computer every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FTP Client versus Sync with Computer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ClientSync with Computer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.215.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSPixegram, LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FTP Client

Subscriptions1
  • FTP Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime FTP Pro$13.99
  • Lifetime FTP Pro$14.99
2 purchases

Sync with Computer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is FTP Client free?
FTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sync with Computer free?
Sync with Computer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FTP Client or Sync with Computer have ads?
Neither FTP Client nor Sync with Computer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FTP Client or Sync with Computer?
FTP Client ships an update every 5 days, and Sync with Computer every 6 weeks. Most recently, FTP Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and Sync with Computer on September 23, 2026.

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