CNET Editors' review
This powerhouse FTP client takes some getting used to, but you'll be glad you gave it a chance. Don't be alarmed by the cramped, multipane Windows Explorer-like interface; you can customize the toolbars and windowpanes however you like.
With the Local Browser window visible, SmartFTP supports drag-and-drop transfers like those on basic FTP clients. But its real power lies deeper within its option menus, where you'll find CHMOD remote file-attribute modification, background file transfers, multiple FTP connections, passive-mode transfers, site-to-site transfers (FXP), and connections via proxy or SSL. Using the Global Queue window, you even can schedule downloads or uploads to more than one server.
SmartFTP may overwhelm beginners, but it's a natural for intermediates and up.
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Publisher's Description
From SmartFTP:
SmartFTP allows you to transfer files across the Internet. It features an Explorer-like, customizable interface and supports drag-and-drop functions. Multiple FTP connections can be opened at the same time, and you can copy files from one remote host to another (FXP). Remote-host directory information is cached for future viewing, and FTP URLs are supported. Other features include a favorites list, the ability to resume broken downloads, a global history, background transfers, proxy support, a passive transfer mode, and the ability to perform recursive downloads, uploads, and deletes.
What's new in this version: Version 4.0.1245 has fixed help opening Windows Explorer instead of help.
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"Very easy to work with."
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1238
Pros
Easy to use and most suitable for purpose.
Cons
I can't think of any negatives for this product.
Summary
Well worth the money.
Updated on Mar 12, 2012 -
"The Cost Is For 1 Year Only!"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1234
Pros
It works well, but if you like 'free', Core FTP LE is just as good if not better.
Cons
License good for only 1-year, then you can no longer start the client without paying for another year.
Summary
I decided I've paid these people enough and found Core FTP LE. I couldn't be happier.
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"Smarter than the Average FTP Client..."
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1234
Pros
Easy to use intuitive interface; Multiple "workers" (channels) to upload faster; Good detail on files being uploaded.
Cons
Limited documentation; No explanation of some of it's features, i.e., "Workers".
Summary
SmartFTP is a very well written FTP Client program that could be made much better if the User Documentation/Help file was better written. It has a very easy to use interface, but some of it's great features have little explanation of what they are or how they work. I learned of them by 'experimenting' with the various control features.
SmartFTP works better than almost all others and much better than my long-time favorite, WS FTP (IPSwitch).
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"This is a scam"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1226
Pros
The client mostly works but it has bells and whistles that strain your computer's processing speed and which you probably don't need.
Cons
I purchased Smart FT software for file transfer purposes. A purchase currently priced at $36.95 is supposed to be a permanent license to use the software with no ongoing costs. Shortly after my purchase I was notified by a popup window when I began to use the program that a new free upgrade was available for improved performance and the upgrade would be free of charge to license holders. What the "upgrade" did in fact was disable the program from running unless you purchase a yearly "maintenance agreement". The scam involves the advertising of a permanent license for a fixed fee and then disabling your software unless you pay an ongoing "maintenance fee". I have e-mailed this company at every available e-mail address and left a message on their phone with no response.
Summary
There's no need to purchase Smart FTP as long as an open source product like Filezilla is available. In addition the "Maintenance Program" is a bait and switch operation.
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"Totally unprofessional support"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1133
Pros
Excellent product.
Cons
Except that when things go wrong you get mailed by somebody anonymous, who stabs in the dark without any real knowledge of what to fix and then requires you to download third party software so they can access your system.
Summary
I'll be moving off this software as soon as my current subscription expires.
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"looked good at first..then buggy..arrogant support"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1211
Pros
looks like it works
Cons
doesn't work..file transfers locked up server..created files that didn't exist..scheduled tasks run every 30 seconds not hourly like specified.
Buggy..buggy..Summary
if you like bugs you'll love this program..support is very very arrogant and unhelpful..and you can't get a refund if you don't like the product.
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"BAD SUPPORT!!"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1209
Pros
Absolutely nothing.
Cons
VERY BAD SUPPORT!!! VERY ARROGANT!!!
Summary
Don't buy this software if you don't want to get pissed off!! They are very arrogant!
I bought a lot of softwares including the big ones such as Adobe CS5 Enterprise, Office 2010 Pro, Quickbooks Pro, etc. But none of these big companies are as arrogant as this little s h 1 t !
I asked a simple question on his forum (because I am a new user). After days waiting for the answer, as opposed to long-waited answer, he REMOVED my question! What S O B! -
"really recommend it"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1207
Pros
a good software,it brings you so many convenience that you will save so many time in your work
Cons
nothing I dislike
Summary
you can have a try,you will fall in love with it after using it
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"Was an ok Product that is being held back by Developer"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1206
Pros
Was one of the quicker applications that transferred files and directories quickly. Built in Editor and other advanced options made me pick it to purchase.
Cons
Developer doesn't being told he has bugs. Before purchase I had mentioned some things that were not working right that stopped me from buying. He fixed half, but then once purchased he stopped. Error reports he can't fix just get deleted off forum.
Summary
Developer is very rude. If you report an issue he likes to blame other things like You being to dumb to operate it, OS, network, firewall, etc. Other apps like Filezilla work without issue, but he still ignores reports and just deletes them...and you...from his forum. He is big on asking for license/system info a lot on his forum too like he thinks everyone is a software pirate. If your Server is running PureFTP DO NOT get this software. There are issues with SmartFTP keeping ports open and using all your available up as well as not detecting when PureFTP drops/times out inactive ports causing it to ignore your next drag/drop operation or file transfer request. Filezilla or Core work better for basic use. I may even buy Cute since it seems to have the same/better features too once the useless maint is up. He is in a constant state of fixing issues and making more problems, so you will never get good use out of any maint purchased.
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"Inexistent customer support"
Version: SmartFTP Client (32-bit) 4.0.1178
Pros
Decent FTP program.
Cons
They ignore their customers problems. Don't buy anything from this "company".
Summary
I will not purchase it again.
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