# PocketServer vs Zwind

The clearest difference is rating: PocketServer at 5.0 against Zwind's 3.6. PocketServer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PocketServer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Zwind sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PocketServer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of PocketServer's written reviews are positive against 80% of Zwind's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PocketServer | Zwind |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketserver-folder-sharing/id6743850070/reviews)** | [3.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwind-webdav-server-and-player/id6755239096/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Bao Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078789699) | [Zwind App](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852757123) |

## What reviewers say

### PocketServer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketserver-folder-sharing/id6743850070)

Share files and folders across devices without cloud storage or cables. This app allows for cross-platform transfer and management of data, enabling users to run web servers and stream content directly from their iOS devices.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform file and folder sharing, No cloud or cable required, Two-way data transfer, Persistent background WebDAV servers, Local HTTP server for static websites, Run multiple servers simultaneously

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |


### Zwind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zwind-webdav-server-and-player/id6755239096)

Transform your device into a personal WebDAV server. Access files locally or from cloud storage, manage multiple servers, and enjoy a built-in media player and text editor. Securely share files with others.

**Highlights:** Run multiple WebDAV servers, Support NetDisks, SMB, local files, Built-in WebDAV browser, Integrated media player, Text editor, Secure server access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zwind VIP - Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Zwind VIP - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Emby Library Projection Resolver | $6.99 | one-time |
| RSS Projection Resolver | $6.99 | one-time |
| Quark Search Import Resolver | $6.99 | one-time |
| Web Media Projection Resolver | $6.99 | one-time |
| Zwind VIP - Lifetime(iPhone & iPad) | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PocketServer free?

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

### Is Zwind free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PocketServer or Zwind?

PocketServer is rated higher. PocketServer averages 5.0 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Zwind averages 3.6 from 11 ratings.

### Do PocketServer or Zwind have ads?

Zwind shows ads; PocketServer does not.

### Which is updated more often, PocketServer or Zwind?

PocketServer ships an update every 5 days, and Zwind every 5 days. Most recently, PocketServer was updated on August 27, 2026 and Zwind on August 24, 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.*