Comparison

FTP Client vs RCON Console & Server Admin

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

RCON Console & Server Admin

Manage and monitor game servers remotely with a comprehensive toolkit. Features include RCON console, SSH terminal, FTP client, and network diagnostic tools. Supports a wide range of popular games for efficient server administration.

Highlights
  • Real-time RCON console with autocomplete
  • Full SSH2 terminal access
  • FTP client for file management
  • Network tools (Ping, Port Scanner)
  • Customizable themes and configurations
  • Multi-server support
Features
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RCON Console & Server Manager is a toolkit for people who run their own game server: an RCON console, an SSH terminal, an FTP file browser and network tools, on iPhone and iPad. RCON CONSOLE - Send admin commands and read the replies, with autocomplete and command history - Saved servers with favorites, groups and quick connect - Command aliases, bookmarks and macros - Export console logs with timestamps SSH TERMINAL - SSH2 terminal with password login and saved hosts FTP CLIENT - Browse folders and transfer files (passive mode) NETWORK TOOLS - TCP Ping: connection time to a host and port (not ICMP) - Port Scanner - Wake-on-LAN - Raw TCP Terminal FREE AND PRO Free: up to 2 saved servers (a third one for 24 hours after watching a rewarded ad), 5 aliases, 8 bookmarks, 3 macros, all connection tools, JSON import and export. Ads are shown. Pro (optional: weekly, monthly, annual or one-time purchase): unlimited servers, aliases, bookmarks and macros, Scheduled Commands (they run only while that server's console is open), extra themes and console font options, no ads. COMPATIBILITY Works with servers that speak the Source RCON, WebSocket RCON or BattlEye RCON protocol, such as Minecraft, Rust, ARK, Valheim, DayZ, Counter-Strike and Team Fortress 2 servers. You need the server address, RCON port and RCON password from your host. Saved RCON passwords are stored in the iOS Keychain. No account needed. Game names are trademarks of their owners; this app is not affiliated with them. Terms & Condition: https://masaapps360.com/rcon/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://masaapps360.com/rcon/privacy/

Screenshots

FTP Client4 screens
RCON Console & Server Admin2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FTP Client at 4.5 against RCON Console & Server Admin's 3.7. FTP Client also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 33%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 RCON Console & Server Admin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FTP Client holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FTP Client has 37 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of FTP Client's written reviews are positive against 33% of RCON Console & Server Admin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FTP Client ships an update weekly, RCON Console & Server Admin every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FTP Client versus RCON Console & Server Admin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ClientRCON Console & Server Admin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (37 ratings) — better3.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings37 — better6
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSGrima Hdez

Customer experience

FTP Client

All ratings37 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.3%

RCON Console & Server Admin

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

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

RCON Console & Server Admin

Subscriptions2
  • RCON Premuim week sub3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • RCON Premium year sub3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is FTP Client free?
FTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RCON Console & Server Admin free?
RCON Console & Server Admin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FTP Client or RCON Console & Server Admin?
FTP Client is rated higher. FTP Client averages 4.5 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while RCON Console & Server Admin averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.
Do FTP Client or RCON Console & Server Admin have ads?
RCON Console & Server Admin shows ads; FTP Client does not.
Which is updated more often, FTP Client or RCON Console & Server Admin?
FTP Client ships an update weekly, and RCON Console & Server Admin every 2 months. Most recently, FTP Client was updated on October 14, 2026 and RCON Console & Server Admin on October 21, 2026.

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