Comparison

PocketServer vs AnyDLNA

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

AnyDLNA

Easily discover and stream media from your local network to compatible devices. Cast videos, audio, and images to Chromecast and DLNA renderers, with full playback controls. Manage your media lists and bookmarks for quick access.

Highlights
  • Discover Chromecast and DLNA devices
  • Browse DLNA Media Servers/NAS
  • Cast media URLs
  • Unified playback control
  • Manage media lists
  • Bookmark frequently used links
Features
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# AnyDLNA — Cast to Chromecast & DLNA AnyDLNA helps you find media devices on your local network and cast your content quickly. ## What You Can Do - Discover **Chromecast** and **DLNA Renderer** devices on LAN - Discover **DLNA Media Server / NAS** devices and browse folders - Cast video/audio/image URLs to your selected renderer - Use one shared **Active Target** across Media List and Media Server pages - Control playback from a unified **Renderer Control** screen: - Play / Pause / Stop - Seek - Volume up/down and mute - Playback speed (device-dependent) - Manage your own **Media List**: - Add URLs manually - Add from clipboard - Group by media type - Remove or clear items - Manage **Bookmarks** for frequently used links - Open links in the in-app browser and move media URLs into your list ## Built for Real Home Networks - Device search via **mDNS** and **SSDP** - Works with mixed environments (Chromecast + DLNA) - Practical direct-cast flow from Media Server entries ## Localization Supports 12 UI languages: - English - German - French - Italian - Spanish - Portuguese - Thai - Vietnamese - Japanese - Traditional Chinese - Simplified Chinese - Russian ## Notes - AnyDLNA is a controller app. Playback capability depends on your target device and supported formats. - Some features (such as speed control) may not be available on all receivers.

Screenshots

PocketServer4 screens
AnyDLNA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PocketServer at 100% against AnyDLNA's 0%. PocketServer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). AnyDLNA's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support 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. AnyDLNA asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PocketServer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PocketServer has 21 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of PocketServer's written reviews are positive against 0% of AnyDLNA's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PocketServer ships an update every 6 days, AnyDLNA every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PocketServer versus AnyDLNA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocketServerAnyDLNA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (21 ratings) — better4.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings21 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB31 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBao NguyenYuan-Yi Chang

Customer experience

PocketServer

All ratings21 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

AnyDLNA

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PocketServer

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$4.99
None

AnyDLNA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PocketServer free?
PocketServer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AnyDLNA free?
AnyDLNA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PocketServer or AnyDLNA?
PocketServer is rated higher. PocketServer averages 5.0 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while AnyDLNA averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do PocketServer or AnyDLNA have ads?
Neither PocketServer nor AnyDLNA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PocketServer or AnyDLNA?
PocketServer ships an update every 6 days, and AnyDLNA every 6 weeks. Most recently, PocketServer was updated on October 24, 2026 and AnyDLNA on October 28, 2026.

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