Comparison

FTP Client vs thinkCLI

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

thinkCLI

Features
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thinkCLI gives network engineers instant visibility into their firewalls. Connect to your FortiGate or Cisco FDM device, view live status across six dashboard cards, and run comprehensive AI-powered security audits — all from your iPhone or iPad. DASHBOARD AT A GLANCE • Interfaces — See what's up, what's down, IP assignments, and traffic stats • Firewall Policies — Browse all rules with hit counts and last-used timestamps • VPN Tunnels — Monitor IPSec tunnel status and encryption settings • System Info — Model, firmware version, serial number, and uptime • Admin Users — Review accounts and privilege levels • HA Status — Cluster sync state and failover readiness (FortiGate) Each card shows cached data instantly, with manual refresh when you need the latest. AI-POWERED SECURITY AUDITS Tap "Start Audit" to run a deep security assessment of your firewall configuration. Our AI analyzes your policies, interfaces, VPN settings, and admin accounts to identify: • Overly permissive rules • Unused or shadowed policies • Weak authentication settings • Missing security best practices • Configuration inconsistencies Audits typically complete in 2-5 minutes. View detailed findings as a comprehensive markdown report you can share with your team. BUILT FOR NETWORK PROS • Connect via HTTPS to devices on your local network or through VPN • Credentials stored securely in iOS Keychain with biometric protection • Works offline — cached dashboard data available without network access • Universal app optimized for iPhone and iPad SUPPORTED DEVICES • Fortinet FortiGate (REST API) • Cisco Firepower Device Manager (FDM) SUBSCRIPTION • Free: 3 security audits to get started • Premium: 20 audits per month Privacy-focused: Your device credentials never leave your phone. Audit analysis is performed server-side with configuration data transmitted securely.

Screenshots

FTP Client4 screens
thinkCLI4 screens

Verdict

The call

FTP Client and thinkCLI are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 thinkCLI sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FTP Client versus thinkCLI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFTP ClientthinkCLI
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.2 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSBlue Sodium Corp

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
1 purchases

thinkCLI

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$29.991 Month

Questions

Is FTP Client free?
FTP Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is thinkCLI free?
thinkCLI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FTP Client or thinkCLI have ads?
Neither FTP Client nor thinkCLI shows ads.

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