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SmartFTP

SmartFTP allows you to transfer files across the Internet via FTP. It offers a Windows XP look and feel and features including SSL (Implicit/Explicit), FXP Support, Multiple connections, Proxy Firewa ...

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Nov 28, 2008
For version:
3.0.1024.32

Smartftp.......i don't think so!

Interface: 2
Features: 2
Ease of use: 1
Value: 1
Overall:

I have been using SmartFTP for a few months now and can tell you I have wasted my money! Often it simply won't upload files to my server for no apparent reason, files just get stuck in the queue, and to cure this I have to close and restart the application. I am very disappointed in SmartFTP and will soon be looking for a replacement application which is more robust.

Review by: ianhman
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Mar 29, 2008
For version:
3.0.1011.16

Good until version 2.5

Interface: 4
Features: 4
Ease of use: 1
Value: 1
Overall:

I used this often in conjunction with FileZilla - I couldn't pick one over the other until SmartFTP Version 2.5 arrived. Loading the program was hit or miss on all 3 of my XP machines (all of them less than 3 years old). Some days it would load, others it would hang after the nag screen. After playing these games for months I became so frustrated that I finally uninstalled it and started using FileZilla exclusively.

Review by: sazhazman (17)
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Feb 06, 2007
For version:
2.0.1000

Simply perfect

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

I've been using it for years. Early on I happily paid for the full license.

Review by: ishtar (3)
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Feb 06, 2007
For version:
2.0.1000

One step forward, three steps back

Interface: 2
Features: 4
Ease of use: 1
Value: 1
Overall:

I used SmartFTP 1.x for many years and loved it for being simple yet powerful. Since version 2.x it just became unusable with its new and confusing interface. In addition to that the nag screens are annoying. I'll switch to a freeware client instead.

Review by: RaiseHell
First post

May 04, 2006
For version:
2.0.996.17

Too many nags

Interface: 3
Features: 2
Ease of use: 2
Value: 1
Overall:

Too many nag screens afteer the 30-day free trial is up. I prefer Core FTP due to the fact that the free version really is free; in addition, it has all the features that Smart FTP does and is way more stable.

Review by: megabob6666 (19)
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Mar 24, 2006
For version:
2.0.995.19

Version 1.x was a joy. version 2. is a pain.

Interface: 1
Features: 3
Ease of use: 1
Value: 2
Overall:

I've used version 1.x of SmartFTP for years and I loved it. It was simple and intuitive. Not I'm trying to use version 2.x and I'm having nothing but trouble. I don't know why the authors made it so complicated. I thought they had it right in version 1.

Review by: lastkrell
First post

Mar 11, 2006
For version:
2.0.995.14

This is not freeware!

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 2
Overall:

While this is an amazing FTP client that does a great job. It is not freeware when it carries a price tag of $36.95 and uses nag screens to remind you of when you start the program. I see this version doesn't every time but is hitting about every other time. This is not to say the program is not worth the money... just IMHO shouldn't be labeled as pure freeware.

Review by: KenKnight
First post

Feb 25, 2005
For version:
1.1.984

Fiddly

Interface: 2
Features: 1
Ease of use: 1
Value: 2
Overall:

This program made uploading files quite complicated for me, as it is seemingly impossible to just upload one file instead of a whole folder. Lots of buttons are needed to be clicked and settings changed before it is easy to use and it is too complicated. Overall I would recommend it more for people who are using webspace for storage of stuff but not for people who want to own websites easily, i think I prefer FileZilla than this.

Review by: digipaws (14)
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Feb 15, 2005
For version:
1.1.984

Happily bought a full license

Interface: 4
Features: 5
Ease of use: 4
Value: 5
Overall:

I've used SmartFTP for a few years now. The developers have managed to add features without over-burdening it with fluffy goodies. For a workhorse product that can be learned quickly, SmartFTP is the way to go. If you also need some more advanced features like transfers between servers, you'll find that SmartFTP delivers that too. How can you complain about a nag screen on freeware? After all, no functionality is disabled. If you use the product so much that the nag screens interfere with your productivity, then maybe it's time to buy a license.

Review by: Slakman
First post

Jan 18, 2005
For version:
1.0.982

Boo

Interface: 2
Features: 2
Ease of use: 2
Value: 1
Overall:

It worked just as it indicated until the "30-day trial" was over. Thought it was FREEWARE. Now, every 6th time I open the software, I get a License Reminder that I have to click through. "The unlicensed version of SmartFTP is free to use, you can ignore this license reminder". THIS bites

Review by: hrwasp (56)
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Dec 17, 2004
For version:
1.0.982

Easy and quick

Interface: 4
Features: 4
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

Very easy to install, use and I love the global download and upload features which enables FTP to be done in the background. Worth the upgrade!

Review by: ozlady (2)
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Aug 16, 2004
For version:
1.0.981

I'm no web master...

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

But, this program makes it easy for me to upload and manage the files on my web site.

Review by: BigDan (12)
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Jun 19, 2004
For version:
1.0.981

Probably...the best

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

I have my own web site and use Smart FTP a lot to upload , download and maintain the site and also to back-up important stuff and Smart FTP is fast, full of features and very secure FTP upload/download software. Simple things are always the best things.

Review by: ArturN (34)
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