Comparison

PocketServer vs LookSync

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

Head to head
About

PocketServer

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
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Cross-Platform Files & Folders Sharing. No data upload required. No cloud or cables needed. Designed for developers, power users, and privacy enthusiasts. ■ Two-way files & folders transfer between your iOS and Windows, Linux, etc. devices. Seamlessly browse, stream, and manage iOS files and folders from Windows, Linux, macOS, etc. No additional software, drivers, cloud services, or cables required. ■ Launch persistent background WebDAV servers. Easily set up and run Class 1 WebDAV servers on iPhone & iPad, compatible with rclone, Cyberduck, Transmit, Finder, and others. ■ Run local HTTP servers to serve static HTML websites. ■ Run multiple servers at the same time and in the background. The Pro version is a one-time purchase; no subscriptions. Built for power users who need flexibility without complexity. Term of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

LookSync

Features
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Saw a look you love — will it work on you? LookSync copies makeup and style from any reference photo onto your selfie. Pick the look, pick your photo, choose exactly what to transfer — brows, eyes, lips, hair, glasses, jewelry, clothing, or more. • Copy any look from a photo — not a one-tap filter • Choose only what to try — your face stays yours • Makeup + hair + accessories in one flow • History shows what you tried; share results with friends Each try-on uses credits. One-time packs, no subscription. Sign in with Apple, Google, or email.

Screenshots

PocketServer4 screens
LookSync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PocketServer at every 6 days against LookSync's every 6 months. PocketServer also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. PocketServer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LookSync sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PocketServer ships an update every 6 days, LookSync every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PocketServer versus LookSync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocketServerLookSync
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (21 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings21 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBao Nguyen佶澳 李

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PocketServer

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$4.99
2 purchases

LookSync

One-time2
  • 3 Credits$0.99
  • 30 Credits$9.99

Questions

Is PocketServer free?
PocketServer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LookSync free?
LookSync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PocketServer or LookSync have ads?
Neither PocketServer nor LookSync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PocketServer or LookSync?
PocketServer ships an update every 6 days, and LookSync every 6 months. Most recently, PocketServer was updated on October 14, 2026 and LookSync on October 11, 2026.

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