Comparison

Easy FTP&SMB Client vs MagicFTP

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

Head to head
About

Easy FTP&SMB Client

Features
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This is a simple and lite FTP and SMB client, which you can use for simple file transfers.

About

MagicFTP

This powerful client allows you to manage files and servers remotely using FTP, FTPS, and SFTP protocols. It offers advanced features like background sync, folder comparison, and a built-in code editor with HTML preview for efficient on-the-go management.

Highlights
  • FTP, FTPS, SFTP support
  • Secure SSH key authentication
  • Background sync and folder comparison
  • Built-in code editor with HTML preview
  • Per-server bandwidth limits
  • Direct server-to-server transfers
Features
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MagicFTP is a powerful FTP, FTPS, and SFTP client featuring a file manager, server-to-server transfers, folder compare, background sync, encrypted backups, per-server bandwidth limits, SSH key support, and a built-in code editor with HTML preview. Manage websites, servers, backups, and files directly on the go. Connect securely to FTP, FTPS, and SFTP servers, edit files directly on the host, and transfer data quickly and reliably. Built for system administrators, web developers, agencies, and power users. FTP, FTPS & SFTP * FTP, FTPS (Explicit & Implicit), and SFTP * Password and SSH key authentication * Support for passphrase-protected SSH keys * Credentials securely stored in the system Keychain * Server Groups for organizing servers in collapsible groups * Encrypted Server Backups with AES-256 export for secure migration Powerful File Manager * Upload, download, rename, move, and delete files * Create directories and change CHMOD permissions * Smooth navigation through large directory trees * Local and remote views side-by-side Fast Uploads & Downloads * Real-time progress and speed indicators * Transfer queue with cancel and retry * Large file support * Resume support for interrupted transfers Power Transfer Speed up transfers with multiple parallel uploads and downloads. * Up to 10 simultaneous transfers * Adjustable parallel slots * Higher throughput for large file sets * Ideal for backups, media libraries, and large projects Bandwidth Limits Limit upload and download speed individually for every server. * Per-server upload and download throttling * Units in KB/s or MB/s * Empty field means unlimited * Ideal for mobile connections, shared bandwidth, or AWS traffic costs Direct Server-to-Server Transfers Move files directly between two servers without routing data through your device. * Cross-protocol transfers between FTP, FTPS, and SFTP * Ideal for website migrations, hosting changes, and backups Folder Compare Compare folders between servers and synchronize only the files you want. * Recursive directory comparison * Visual difference view * Difference detection by size, date, or both * Filters and bulk selection * Selective synchronization * Ideal for deployments, backup verification, and server migrations Background Sync Create sync profiles with automatic transfers. * Upload or download direction per profile * Runs through background tasks * Manual Sync Now available anytime * Automatic removal of deleted files Built-in Code Editor Edit files directly on the server. Supports: PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, XML, YAML, SQL, and TXT. HTML Preview Preview web pages directly inside the app. Multiple Active Sessions Maintain multiple simultaneous connections with fast switching and a central session overview. Security & Privacy * Face ID and Touch ID protection * Sensitive data stored securely in the system Keychain * No data collection * No advertisements * No trackers Bookmarks Access frequently used directories with a single tap. MagicFTP Free includes up to 3 servers and 2 active sessions. A one-time in-app purchase unlocks Pro and adds: * Unlimited servers * Unlimited active sessions * Server-to-server transfers * Folder Compare * Bandwidth limits * Encrypted backups * Code editor with save-to-server support * Auto-sync profiles Supported Protocols FTP FTPS (Explicit & Implicit) SFTP MagicFTP combines an FTP client, FTPS client, SFTP client, file manager, folder comparison, file synchronization, server-to-server transfers, encrypted backups, and a code editor in one powerful app.

Screenshots

Easy FTP&SMB Client3 screens
MagicFTP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Easy FTP&SMB Client at none against MagicFTP's 2. Easy FTP&SMB Client also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.5). On price, ads and device support 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. MagicFTP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Easy FTP&SMB Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Easy FTP&SMB Client versus MagicFTP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasy FTP&SMB ClientMagicFTP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYasen IvanovFatih Yesilbas

In-app purchases

None

Easy FTP&SMB Client

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MagicFTP

One-time1
  • MagicFTP Pro Lifetime2 variants$3.99

Questions

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

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