Comparison

FTP Client vs FastFtpLite

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

FastFtpLite

Features
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专注简洁实用 流程清晰的FTP工具

Screenshots

FTP Client4 screens
FastFtpLite3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FastFtpLite at none against FTP Client's 3. FastFtpLite also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly) and iOS requirement (14 vs 18.2). On price, ads 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. FastFtpLite asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP Client ships an update weekly, FastFtpLite daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FTP Client versus FastFtpLite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ClientFastFtpLite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (37 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings37 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.214 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB11 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApS云龙 陆

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
None

FastFtpLite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FTP Client free?
FTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FastFtpLite free?
FastFtpLite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FTP Client or FastFtpLite have ads?
Neither FTP Client nor FastFtpLite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FTP Client or FastFtpLite?
FTP Client ships an update weekly, and FastFtpLite daily. Most recently, FTP Client was updated on October 14, 2026 and FastFtpLite on October 6, 2026.

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