Comparison

HTTPocket vs SendFlow

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

Head to head
About

HTTPocket

Features
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HTTPocket turns your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into your own private file server. No cables, no cloud, no third-party apps. Send and receive files wirelessly between your devices, or share photos, videos, PDFs, and documents with anyone on the same Wi-Fi: laptop, phone, tablet, even a smart TV. Pick a folder, tap Start Server, and share instantly. Includes a Built-In Photo Converter & PDF Toolkit, so you can convert files right where they are. TWO WAYS TO CONNECT 1. From Any Browser Open the server address in any browser. No app needed on the other device. Scan a QR code to connect in seconds. Works on PC, Mac, phone, tablet, or smart TV. 2. HTTPocket App (iPhone, iPad, Mac) Connect to another HTTPocket server using Client Mode for a smoother, native experience. Browse, view, and download right inside the app. 3. HTTPocket for Apple TV Install the free Apple TV app to browse your server and play videos on the big screen, controlled with your Apple TV remote. SEND & RECEIVE FILES (FREE) - Wireless File Sharing: share any folder over Wi-Fi, no cables or internet needed - Upload From Any Device: others can send you files from their browser, including drag-and-drop - Browser Access: anyone connects from any browser, no app required - QR Code Connect: scan to connect instantly, no typing IP addresses - Live Transfer Progress: see speed and time remaining for every file - In-App Chat: message connected devices right from the app - Custom Port: set your own port to fit your network - See Who's Connected: know how many devices are connected - Search & Thumbnails: find files fast, with instant previews - Slideshow: flip through a folder's photos without downloading them - Custom Video Player: play videos in the browser, no downloading needed - Download as Zip: grab a folder or several files as one .zip BROWSE ANOTHER DEVICE (FREE, CLIENT MODE) Skip the browser and connect to another HTTPocket server for a true native app experience, built right in. - Connect in one tap or QR scan - Fast native file browser, no tabs, no page loads - Native video player: switch audio and subtitles, change speed, resume where you left off - View photos with zoom, pan, and fit-to-screen - Read PDFs in a full-screen native viewer - Open text and HTML files without saving them - Save logins for password-protected servers - Remembers recent servers for quick reconnecting - Full Dark Mode support BUILT-IN PHOTO CONVERTER & PDF TOOLKIT No separate app, nothing uploaded. Everything happens on your device. - Photo Converter: JPG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, plus resize, crop, and compress - PDF Toolkit: combine images to PDF, merge, compress, rotate, split pages, or convert to and from Word, Excel, PowerPoint Try each tool free, 3 conversions each, then upgrade to Pro for unlimited use. HTTPOCKET PRO - File Management: create, rename, and delete files from the browser - Bulk Actions: select multiple files to move or delete - Password Protection: lock your server with a username and password - Multi-User Logins: separate logins for different people - Unlimited Conversions: no cap on Photo and PDF tools Available as Monthly, Yearly, or one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the period ends. YOUR FILES STAY YOURS - Everything happens on your local Wi-Fi, nothing sent to an outside server - No account or sign-up needed, no internet connection required - Conversions happen entirely on your device, never uploaded anywhere - Built with Apple's own frameworks, no third-party dependencies By subscribing, you agree to Apple's standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/terms-and-conditions

About

SendFlow

Features
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Move files without cables, cloud uploads, or complicated setup. SendFlow makes local file transfer simple. Send photos, videos, documents, and other files directly to nearby SendFlow devices, or connect your iPhone to a computer through any web browser on the same Wi-Fi network. FAST LOCAL FILE TRANSFER Select your photos, videos, or documents, discover nearby SendFlow devices, and send files directly over your local network. TRANSFER TO YOUR COMPUTER No desktop app required. Start Computer Transfer, open the address shown by SendFlow in your Mac or Windows browser, and upload or download files directly. SEND & RECEIVE SendFlow supports both sending and receiving, with clear connection status, confirmation, transfer progress, file size, and speed. FILES IN ONE PLACE Received files are saved inside SendFlow so you can quickly find, preview, share, search, or delete them. TRANSFER HISTORY Review previous sent and received transfers, including transfer status, file size, device, and time. PRIVATE BY DESIGN File transfers happen over your local network. SendFlow is designed for direct device-to-device and browser-based local transfers without relying on cloud storage. GREAT FOR • Moving photos and videos from your iPhone to a computer • Sending large files without messaging apps • Sharing documents with another nearby device • Transferring files between iPhone and Mac or Windows • Quickly moving files without a USB cable • Keeping file transfers on your local network Send files. Keep them moving. SendFlow. Terms of Use:https://www.nicolaigame.top/common/terms-en.html Privacy Policy:https://www.nicolaigame.top/common/privacy-en.html

Screenshots

HTTPocket4 screens
SendFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SendFlow at 15.6 against HTTPocket's 26.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. HTTPocket sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SendFlow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HTTPocket ships an update every 10 days, SendFlow every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
HTTPocket versus SendFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTTPocketSendFlow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB9 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperMd Imran Ansaribiaopeng zhou

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HTTPocket

Subscriptions2
  • HTTPocket Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • HTTPocket Pro - Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • HTTPPocket Lifetime$9.99
1 purchases

SendFlow

One-time1
  • SendFlow Pro Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is HTTPocket free?
HTTPocket is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SendFlow free?
SendFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HTTPocket or SendFlow have ads?
Neither HTTPocket nor SendFlow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HTTPocket or SendFlow?
HTTPocket ships an update every 10 days, and SendFlow every 8 days. Most recently, HTTPocket was updated on October 9, 2026 and SendFlow on October 18, 2026.

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