# MobileDisk vs Localhost Master

The clearest difference is rating: Localhost Master at 5.0 against MobileDisk's 3.0. Localhost Master also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (3 vs 1). MobileDisk's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MobileDisk sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Localhost Master sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Localhost Master holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

MobileDisk ships an update weekly, Localhost Master every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and July 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MobileDisk | Localhost Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobiledisk/id6743064632/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localhost-master-http-server/id6745053777/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 12 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 26.1 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [海波 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/1484601100) | [Soroush Chehresa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797100345) |

## What reviewers say

### MobileDisk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobiledisk/id6743064632)

Easily transfer files between your iPhone and computer wirelessly over Wi-Fi. This app turns your phone into a mini web server, allowing direct uploads and downloads from your desktop browser without cables or cloud services.

**Highlights:** Wireless file transfer, Wi-Fi network connection, No cables required, No cloud storage needed, Built-in web interface, Direct uploads and downloads

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MobileDisk Premium | $5.99 | one-time |


### Localhost Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localhost-master-http-server/id6745053777)

Instantly share files and text across your devices without needing internet, cloud storage, or cables. Simply connect to the same Wi-Fi network to create a local HTTP server for easy access from any browser.

**Highlights:** Multi-device file and text sharing, Local network only transfers, 4-digit access codes, QR code sharing, Web file manager for uploads, Folder organization, Custom server port

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MobileDisk free?

MobileDisk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Localhost Master free?

Localhost Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MobileDisk or Localhost Master?

Localhost Master is rated higher. MobileDisk averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Localhost Master averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do MobileDisk or Localhost Master have ads?

Neither MobileDisk nor Localhost Master shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MobileDisk or Localhost Master?

MobileDisk ships an update weekly, and Localhost Master every 5 days. Most recently, MobileDisk was updated on September 12, 2026 and Localhost Master on July 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*