Comparison

uFTP Server2 vs Local NFC

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

Head to head
About

uFTP Server2

Features
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This is the iOS version of uFTP Server, a very small FTP Server designed for fast file transferring without hair struggling. Anonymous user or a single user authentication, without complex and boring configuration. The mainly purpose to develop this small utility is to make it easy when transfer files between Apple products and other devices. Although it is really very small, but it supports almost all FTP commands and has very high performance when transferring files. A simple filter file can be used to hide file and directories for FTP client, and another file use the same rules can be used to speed up big folder searching.

About

Local NFC

Features
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Local NFC - The Ultimate NFC Scanning and Management Tool Local NFC is a lightweight and fast app built with SwiftUI, designed to scan, identify, and organize NFC cards effortlessly. Whether you're managing payment cards, transit passes, or loyalty cards, Local NFC offers a seamless, privacy-first experience with all data stored securely on your device. Key Features: - Advanced NFC Scanning: Quickly scan and detect NFC cards such as payment cards, transit passes, and membership cards. - Card Identification: Automatically recognize cards using Application Identifiers (AID), patterns, and other technical parameters. - Local Storage: Organize and save your scanned cards in a secure, private database stored entirely on your device. - Custom Notes: Add notes to each card to keep track of additional details or reminders. - SwiftUI-Powered: Built with Apple's modern framework, ensuring a lightweight, fast, and responsive user experience. What You Can Scan: - Payment Cards: Support for Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and more. - Transit Passes: Includes popular cards like Suica, Oyster, T-money, and Octopus. - Loyalty and Membership Cards: Manage rewards cards for airlines, retail stores, and more. Why Choose Local NFC? - Complete Privacy: No cloud services, no third-party libraries, and no external servers. Your data stays on your device. - Blazing Fast and Lightweight: Powered by SwiftUI for speed and efficiency. - Simple Yet Powerful: Perfect for NFC enthusiasts and professionals who need a reliable tool without unnecessary complexity. - Offline First: Use the app anytime, anywhere, without an internet connection. With Local NFC, you’re in control of your NFC data, all while enjoying a smooth and intuitive experience tailored to your needs.

Screenshots

uFTP Server24 screens
Local NFC3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: uFTP Server2 at weekly against Local NFC's every 3 months. Local NFC's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

uFTP Server2 costs $6.99 and Local NFC $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

uFTP Server2 ships an update weekly, Local NFC every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
uFTP Server2 versus Local NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteruFTP Server2Local NFC
Price$6.99$4.99 β€” better
Update frequencyWeekly β€” betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerζ–Œ θ™žMarco Tini

In-app purchases

None

uFTP Server2

No in-app purchases

None

Local NFC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is uFTP Server2 free?
uFTP Server2 costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Local NFC free?
Local NFC costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do uFTP Server2 or Local NFC have ads?
Neither uFTP Server2 nor Local NFC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, uFTP Server2 or Local NFC?
uFTP Server2 ships an update weekly, and Local NFC every 3 months. Most recently, uFTP Server2 was updated on September 29, 2026 and Local NFC on October 2, 2026.

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