Best Simple Http Server Apps

211+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good simple http server apps. We benchmark 211+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Simple Http Server

HTTPBot: API & HTTP Client#1

HTTPBot: API & HTTP Client by Arvindh Sukumar

Make Requests, Debug APIs
Editor's Choice
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.5😐(1.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#45in Developer Tools
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This app allows users to send HTTP/HTTPS requests and connect to WebSockets, making it easy to debug APIs on the go. It supports various response formats, collaboration features, and authentication methods, streamlining API development and testing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Intuitive interface
  • 👍 Postman integration
  • 🚀 Powerful HTTP client
  • 👍 Great tool for API testing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Lacks security features (e.g., client certificates)
  • 💰 Expensive for the limited free version
Simple Server: HTTP Server#2

Simple Server: HTTP Server by Bitsbaker LLC.

Share Files over Web Server
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.5(8 ratings)
$3.99
#11in Developer Tools
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Easily share files and folders from your iPhone or iPad to other devices on the same local network. Browse and manage your files through a web browser, with optional username and password protection. Access logs provide detailed request information.

PocketServer: Folder Sharing#3

PocketServer: Folder Sharing by Bao Nguyen

No cloud, no cables needed.
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(19 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Share files and folders across devices without cloud storage or cables. This app allows for cross-platform transfer and management of data, enabling users to run web servers and stream content directly from their iOS devices.

More Simple Http Server apps to explore

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Simple Transfer - Photo+Video
Simple Transfer - Photo+Video
Simple Transfer - Photo+Video
Copy, Sync and Backup Photos
Free

Easily transfer photos and large videos to your computer via WiFi or USB. Convert HEIC to JPG, HEVC to MOV/MP4, and Live Photos to videos. Offers optional automatic deletion of transferred files to free up device space.

Transfer photos and videos via WiFi or USBConvert HEIC to JPGConvert HEVC to MOV/MP4
📷 Photo & Video
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
5
SimpleHTTP: Make HTTP requests
SimpleHTTP: Make HTTP requests
SimpleHTTP: Make HTTP requests
by Shunzhe Ma
Free

Easily send common HTTP requests like GET, POST, HEAD, DELETE, and PATCH. View detailed metrics and plain text or rendered HTML responses. Supports sending files or images with POST requests.

Make GET, POST, HEAD, DELETE, PATCH requestsView plain text responseView rendered HTML response
🛠️ Developer Tools
(2)
free
6
HTTP Custom - Tunnel
HTTP Custom - Tunnel
HTTP Custom - Tunnel
welcome to HTTP Custom
Free

This application serves as a learning tool for networking concepts, explaining terms like HTTP, VPN, SSH, and proxy. It allows users to add these concepts to a log for review and revision.

Learn networking conceptsUnderstand HTTP, VPN, SSH, proxyAdd concepts to infinite log
🔧 Utilities
(41)
ad-supported
7
ShareServer - Local sharing
ShareServer - Local sharing
ShareServer - Local sharing
Quickly share album
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
WebSSH - Sysadmin Toolbox
SSH & SFTP client since 2012!
Free

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing remote servers. It offers secure SSH, SFTP, Telnet, and Port Forwarding capabilities, along with file management and built-in diagnostic utilities. Customize your workflow with extensive profile options for a seamless server management experience.

SSH, SFTP, Telnet, Port Forwarding clientSecure authentication methodsIntegrated SFTP file management
🛠️ Developer Tools
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Guru VPN: Super Fast Unlimited
Guru VPN: Super Fast Unlimited
Guru VPN: Super Fast Unlimited
Private, Safe & Secure Proxy
Free

This app acts as your online guardian, offering robust privacy and security with military-grade encryption. It provides fast speeds and a global server network for seamless browsing, streaming, and downloading, all accessible with a single tap.

Military-grade encryptionStrict no-logs policyFast global server network
📊 Productivity
(1.8K)
freemium
10
VPN Proxy Master - Super VPN
VPN Proxy Master - Super VPN
VPN Proxy Master - Super VPN
Best VPN to browse in private
Free

This app provides a secure and private internet connection with a vast network of global servers. It protects your online activity on public Wi-Fi, masks your IP address for anonymity, and offers fast streaming servers with advanced encryption protocols. Enjoy a seamless and secure browsing experience anywhere.

6700+ worldwide VPN serversPublic Wi-Fi hotspot protectionAnonymous web surfing
📊 Productivity
(308K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Surge 5
Surge 5
Surge 5
Advanced Network Toolbox
Free

This advanced network utility allows developers to intercept, process, and forward network traffic. It offers deep control over connections, including URL redirection, local file mapping, and HTTPS decryption. Ideal for debugging and network analysis.

Network connection takeoverModify network requests/responsesForward traffic to other proxies
🛠️ Developer Tools
(975)
free with in-app purchases
12
Stash - Rule Based Proxy
Stash - Rule Based Proxy
Stash - Rule Based Proxy
Simple & Powerful Network Tool
$5.99

This app is a powerful rule-based proxy client for iOS, offering advanced network management. It supports multiple proxy protocols and features like JavaScript rewriting, MitM decryption, and on-demand connections. Easily route traffic based on domain, IP, or User-Agent for enhanced network control.

Rule-based proxy clientMultiple proxy protocol supportJavaScript rewriting
🔧 Utilities
(1.1K)
free
13
Hosty - Server & Drive
Hosty - Server & Drive
Hosty - Server & Drive
by Ivan Orozco
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
14
WorldWideWeb – Mobile
WorldWideWeb – Mobile
WorldWideWeb – Mobile
A web server for developers
Free

This mobile web server tool allows developers to test and serve HTML documents directly from their device. It simulates web environments, enabling offline development and API testing without external dependencies. Ideal for quick checks and development on the go.

Automatic refresh on file changesNo caching for direct testingEasy folder configuration
🛠️ Developer Tools
(31)
free
15
HTTP Request Maker !!
HTTP Request Maker !!
HTTP Request Maker !!
Server Development Tools
Free

Easily send HTTP requests for server development without complex command-line syntax. Create and tap requests to send them, with customizable settings for redirection, caching, and timeouts.

Create HTTP requestsSend HTTP requests with a tapAutomatic redirection settings
🛠️ Developer Tools
(13)
ad-supported
16
ProxyPin - Open Source Capture
ProxyPin - Open Source Capture
ProxyPin - Open Source Capture
HTTP(S) Traffic Capture
Free

Capture and analyze HTTP(S) traffic on your mobile device. Easily connect terminals via QR code, filter traffic, and process requests with custom scripts or rewrites. Decrypt sensitive data and block unwanted requests.

QR code connection for proxy setupDomain name filteringJavaScript scripting for request/response processing
🛠️ Developer Tools
(95)
free
17
Simple Servers Monitor
Simple Servers Monitor
Simple Servers Monitor
by Ivan Kramarchuk
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
OpenSpeedTest-Server
OpenSpeedTest-Server
OpenSpeedTest-Server
Network Speed Test Server
Free

This application allows you to set up your own network speed test server. You can then use any web-enabled device to test download and upload speeds within your local network. It helps diagnose and improve your internet experience by identifying local network issues.

Launch HTML5 network speed test serverTest download and upload speedsAccessible via web browser
🔧 Utilities
(13)
free
19
OpenVPN Connect
OpenVPN Connect
OpenVPN Connect
Zero-Trust VPN Client App
Free

This official client app provides secure remote access to internal networks and cloud resources using a zero-trust VPN protocol. It ensures continuous verification for every access request, regardless of location. It requires a compatible OpenVPN business solution to function.

Secure VPN tunnelingAES-256 encryption & TLS 1.3MDM-friendly configuration
🔧 Utilities
(40K)
free
20
Share Server
Share Server
Share Server
Local HTTP File Server
Free

This app allows you to run a local HTTP server on your iPhone to share files. Access and transfer documents between devices on the same network using a web browser, without needing cloud storage or external servers.

Local HTTP serverFile sharing over Wi-Fi/EthernetWeb browser interface
📊 Productivity
(0)
free with in-app purchases