Best Ftp File Manager Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 247+ ftp file manager apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Ftp File Manager Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1FTPManager - FTP, SFTP clientFTPManager - FTP, SFTP clientFree4.5★ (2.6K)NoNoNov 2026
2FTPManager - FTP & SFTP ClientFTPManager - FTP & SFTP ClientFree3.3★ (7)NoNoNov 2026
3ES File ExplorerES File ExplorerFree4.6★ (15K)NoYesNov 2026
4Owlfiles - File ManagerOwlfiles - File ManagerFree4.6★ (7.3K)NoYesNov 2026
5File Manager & BrowserFile Manager & BrowserFree4.5★ (55K)YesYesNov 2026
6Nixi File ManagerNixi File ManagerFree5.0★ (9)NoNoOct 2026
7FSharing - Files, File ManagerFSharing - Files, File ManagerFree4.4★ (888)NoYesNov 2026
8Simple FTP ManagerSimple FTP ManagerFree—NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Ftp File Manager

4.5😐(2.6K ratings)
Free
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Access and manage files on FTP and SFTP servers directly from your device. Stream media, edit text files with syntax highlighting, and transfer files between your device and servers, or even between nearby devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast file transfers
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🔒 Secure SFTP connections
  • 💡 Useful for accessing remote files

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Limited to one FTP connection in free version
  • 💰 Paywall for basic features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or connection issues
  • 🔍 Difficult to find/use file editing options
FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client#2

FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client by Penghui Zhao

Manage, Transfer, Stream Files
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.3(7 ratings)
Free
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This app offers comprehensive file management and transfer capabilities for iOS devices. It allows users to connect to various servers, manage local files, stream media, and secure their data with a passcode lock.

4.6😐(15K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Manage local and network files with this comprehensive tool. It offers file transfer, compression, built-in media players, cloud storage integration, and editing capabilities for various document and code formats.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Powerful file management
  • 📁 Extensive file format support
  • 🔒 Secure folder access
  • 🎵 Excellent built-in media player
  • 🔗 Seamless network connectivity
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔍 Search functionality issues
  • 🔇 Music playback problems
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues with FTP/SFTP
  • 📥 Unreliable backup/sync features

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FAQ about Ftp File Manager

What are the best ftp file manager apps for iPhone?
FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client tops our ftp file manager apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 2.6K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top ftp file manager apps we rank are free to download, including FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client and FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client.
FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 247+ ftp file manager apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.