Comparison

FilesPilot vs FTP Client

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

Head to head
About

FilesPilot

Features
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FilesPilot is a powerful mobile FTP and SFTP file manager for developers, system administrators, website owners, and technical users who need secure access to remote files from iPhone or iPad. Connect to your servers, browse folders, preview files, edit text and code, transfer documents, manage permissions, and keep important files available offline in one focused workspace built for real file workflows. What you can do with FilesPilot: * Connect to FTP and SFTP servers with password authentication, and use SSH key authentication for supported SFTP workflows * Save servers for fast reconnects or use Quick Connect for temporary one-time access * Browse remote folders, search files, bookmark paths, and jump back to recent locations * Upload and download files with live progress tracking * Keep an offline local library of downloaded files inside the app * Edit remote and local text files with code-friendly tools, undo and redo, and encoding support * Preview common file types before opening or downloading * Rename files, create folders, create files, move items, copy items, duplicate items, and manage symlinks * Change UNIX permissions and ownership on supported servers * Export logs and review connection activity when troubleshooting * Import files from Files, Photos, or Camera for upload to your server * Save downloaded images back to Photos when needed FilesPilot is designed for legitimate file management, website maintenance, and server administration workflows. Connect only to servers you own or are authorized to access. Subscription Terms Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use EULA: https://holding.vc/Apps-terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://holding.vc/Apps-privacy-policy

About

FTP Client

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FTP Client – Secure FTP, FTPS & SFTP File Manager Manage your remote servers with confidence using FTP Client, a powerful and intuitive file transfer application for iPhone and iPad. Connect securely to FTP, FTPS, and SFTP servers, browse remote files, edit documents, upload websites, and synchronize folders—all from a modern native iOS interface. Whether you're a web developer, system administrator, designer, or IT professional, FTP Client provides the tools you need to manage servers and files wherever you are. Secure Connections • FTP (Passive & Active Mode) • FTPS (Explicit & Implicit TLS) • SFTP (SSH) • Password and SSH key authentication • Face ID & Touch ID protection • Encrypted credential storage in Apple Keychain Powerful File Management • Browse local and remote folders • Upload and download files • Copy, move, rename, and delete • Create folders • Batch file operations • Drag & Drop support on iPad • Multi-selection • Favorite folders • Quick search and sorting Fast Transfer Engine • Background transfers • Pause and resume downloads • Automatic retry • Resume interrupted transfers • Multiple simultaneous transfers • Transfer queue management • Bandwidth control • Progress tracking Built-in File Viewer Preview files without leaving the app. Supports: • Images • Videos • Audio • PDF documents • Office documents • Markdown • HTML • JSON • XML • CSV • Text files • Source code Built-in Code Editor Edit files directly on your server. Features include: • Syntax highlighting • Search & Replace • Line numbers • Auto indentation • Word wrap • Undo & Redo • Multiple text encodings • Dark Mode support Supports popular programming languages including Swift, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, Python, SQL, C, C++, Java, Go, Rust, Kotlin, YAML, JSON, XML, and more. Folder Synchronization Keep local and remote folders in sync. • One-way sync • Two-way sync • Mirror mode • Conflict detection • Scheduled synchronization • Preview changes before syncing SSH Terminal Access your server through an integrated SSH terminal. • Multiple sessions • Command history • Copy & Paste • Custom themes • External keyboard shortcuts ZIP Archive Support • Compress files • Extract ZIP archives • Browse archive contents • Password-protected ZIP support Productivity Features • Files app integration • iCloud Drive support • External drive support • Spotlight indexing • Siri Shortcuts • Home Screen widgets • Recent connections • Bookmarks • Offline file access • Import & export server profiles Designed for Professionals FTP Client is ideal for: • Web developers • Server administrators • DevOps engineers • IT professionals • Website owners • Designers • Students • Power users Work with your servers efficiently using a clean interface, secure connections, and a professional-grade transfer engine built for iPhone and iPad. Download FTP Client today and take your remote file management anywhere. We currently offer the following auto-renewing subscription option: - $34.99 per year - $7.99 per month By subscribing you get unlimited access to effects and remove advertisement. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.atlantismobileapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.atlantismobileapps.com

Screenshots

FilesPilot4 screens
FTP Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FTP Client at none against FilesPilot's 4. 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. FilesPilot sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. FTP Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
FilesPilot versus FTP Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilesPilotFTP Client
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYaser AliNguyen Nam Giang

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FilesPilot

Subscriptions3
  • FilesPilot Premium$1.997 Days
  • FilesPilot Premium$4.991 Month
  • FilesPilot Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • FilesPilot Premium$49.99
None

FTP Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FilesPilot free?
FilesPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FTP Client free?
FTP Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FilesPilot or FTP Client have ads?
Neither FilesPilot nor FTP Client shows ads.

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