SFTP Access vs Pier22
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SFTP Access
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Manage your remote servers, websites, and infrastructure right from your pocket with SFTP Access, the lightning-fast, premium SSH and SFTP client designed for security and ease of use. Whether you are a system administrator, web developer, or IT professional, SFTP Access provides a beautiful, intuitive interface to monitor system resources, execute terminal commands, and manage your files—all secured by industry-standard encryption. Powerful Server Management System Dashboard: Instantly view real-time server health, including OS details, uptime, CPU load, RAM usage, and root disk space. Full SSH Terminal: Execute commands flawlessly with a built-in, responsive terminal emulator. Advanced File Browser: Navigate your remote directories, manage configurations, and oversee your file system with ease. Quick Connect: Paste your standard SSH connection strings to instantly parse host, port, and user details. Multi-Server Profiles: Save and organize multiple connection profiles for one-tap access to your entire infrastructure. Uncompromising Security Private Key Authentication: Connect securely using passwords or your own private keys (.pem, id_rsa), including passphrase support. 100% Local Storage: Your credentials, passphrases, and server IP addresses are heavily encrypted and stored safely on your local device. We never transmit or store your server data externally. Biometric App Lock: Secure the app itself with Fingerprint or Face ID authentication, ensuring no one can access your servers even if your phone is unlocked. One-Tap Disconnect: Terminate your active SSH sessions cleanly and instantly. Premium User Experience Dark & Light Modes: Seamlessly switch between a sleek dark theme and a clean light theme to match your environment. Dynamic UI: Enjoy a modern, responsive interface with smooth animations and intuitive navigation. Customizable Settings: Tailor your notifications, appearance, and security preferences directly within the app. Take control of your infrastructure with absolute confidence. Download SFTP Access today and put the power of the command line in the palm of your hand.
Pier22
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Pier22 is the SSH, SFTP and FTP client that respects you. TERMINAL AND FILES, TOGETHER See your server's files next to a live terminal in one screen. Edit a config in the file panel, restart the service in the terminal - without switching apps or tabs. PAY ONCE. NO SUBSCRIPTION. Pier22 is free for up to 2 servers. One purchase unlocks unlimited servers forever. No monthly fee for talking to your own server. NO ACCOUNT. NO CLOUD. No sign-up. No sync servers. Your passwords and private keys are stored only in your device's Keychain and go only to the server you connect to. Generate keys inside the Secure Enclave, where they can never be exported. FEATURES - Full terminal (xterm-256color) with a key bar, snippets and recording - SFTP and FTP/FTPS file browser: browse, edit, upload, download, rename, delete - Large-file streaming with progress and pause/resume; whole-folder transfers - Password and OpenSSH key auth (ed25519, RSA), plus Secure Enclave keys - Jump host / bastion support - Port forwarding - Host key verification (TOFU) with clear warnings - Import servers from FileZilla or your ssh config - Encrypted backup and restore - move servers between devices, no cloud - Face ID / Touch ID lock - Split view on iPad, tabs on iPhone, multiple live sessions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Pier22 at none against SFTP Access's shown. SFTP Access's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SFTP Access | Pier22 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alka Rose Benny | TechnoBlink |
In-app purchases
SFTP Access
No in-app purchases
Pier22
No in-app purchases





