# ES File Explorer — Browse &  Music, Docs

> All-in-one file manager for local, network, and cloud storage with media playback and editing. (iPhone/iPad app by Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/es-file-explorer/id1441621965 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435277197)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 15,173 App Store ratings · 1,143 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 263 MB
- Languages: Ukrainian, Russian, Indonesian, Turkish, Bangla, Greek, German (Germany), Italian, Czech, Japanese and 14 more
- Released: 2019-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/es-file-explorer/id1441621965/reviews.md

## What is ES File Explorer?

ES File Explorer is a local and network file management tool that can help you manage files easily.

【The main function】
-File management
You can create new directories, rename, move, delete files, etc.
Support file sorting by name, date, size
The iPad version supports features such as split screen, picture-in-picture, and drag-and-drop operations between apps

- file transfer
WiFi transmission function: support the transfer of files between the mobile terminal and the computer terminal
Face-to-face fast transfer function: support for transferring files between mobile phones

-Compress and decompress
Support the compression and decompression of ZIP, RAR, 7Z format files
Support Chinese password

-Built-in audio and video player
Support functions: double-speed playback (0.5～2.0), background playback, small window playback, etc.
Can directly play audio and video resources in the network disk, local area, and local area network

-Netdisk aggregation
No need to download, you can access and use the files in the network disk
Support simultaneous login with multiple accounts on the same network disk
Support mainstream network disks such as Baidu network disk, google drive, OneDrive, dropbox, etc.

-Remote service access:
SMB, FTP, WebDAV

-Built-in PDF editor
Support PDF file browsing
PDF file editing: supports highlight, underline, strikethrough, pen and other functions

-Built-in novel reader
Support TXT, EPUB format, continuous optimization

-Built-in code editor
Supports browsing and editing of 47 code formats such as json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml, net, etc.
Support code theme switching, font size adjustment, encoding format adjustment

-Other functions
Automatic backup function: support incremental backup of system albums and ES local files to Baidu network disk, SMB, FTP, WebDAV
Recycle bin function: support ES local files to be temporarily stored in the ES recycle bin after deletion to prevent file loss
Browser: Support web browsing
Application lock: protect user privacy and safety


ES PRO
- When you purchase ES PRO, you will Unlock all premium features. 
- ES PRO is billed monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to the selected plan. 
- Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. 
- According to the Apple Store policy, your subscription will be automatically renewed after the free trial ends. 
- Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period. 
- Your account will be charged according to your plan for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. 

Terms of Service: http://esfile.do-global.com/h5/user_manual.html
Privacy Policy: http://www.estrongs.com/privacyStatement/en/index.htm
Email: esfileexplorerfeedback@outlook.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialESFileExplorer/
YouTube: https://goo.gl/YVXXV3

## Key features

- File management and sorting
- WiFi and face-to-face file transfer
- ZIP, RAR, 7Z compression/decompression
- Built-in audio/video player
- Cloud storage aggregation
- Remote service access (SMB, FTP, WebDAV)
- PDF and code editor

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ES Pro(1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| ES Pro(1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| ES Pro(1 year) | $29.99 | per year |
| ES Pro(1 year） | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ES remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| ES lifetime vip | $6.99 | one-time |
| ES lifetime vip | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of ES File Explorer?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

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

**Cons**

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

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Deleted all user files after update
- Unable to connect to SMB servers
- Video playback issues with certain file types
- Inconsistent behavior when using VPN

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved file compression tools
- More customization options
- Better integration with Apple ecosystem
- Enhanced audio/video playback controls

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,143)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/es-file-explorer/id1441621965/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Missing base functionality

*2026-08-23, version 2.8.6*

Missing base functionality of what most people would call a file manager.
No ability to batch move files.
No ability to access external storage.
No ability to batch select files.
Basically a media browser wearing a file manager trench coat.

### 1/5 — 难用的钥匙

*2026-08-19, version 2.8.6*

视频放一半卡死不动，有时候还经常卡顿，广告自动跳转，影响使用体验

### 5/5 — Video Playback

*2026-08-17, version 2.8.6*

Video playback is muted for the first second on every video and everytime you fast forward or rewind

### 5/5 — I CAN USE DELTA AGAIN!!

*2026-08-13, version 2.8.6*

Tysm I can hack in rblx now

### 1/5 — No

*2026-08-10, version 2.8.6*

No no no no no no no

### 1/5 — Something’s wrong and they won’t reply.

*2026-08-08, version 2.8.6*

Used in the past, great app. Restored purchase, app shows that update. So, not working, and reported problem, with no response. This is a killer.

### 5/5 — 3d model import

*2026-08-08, version 2.8.6*

I use this to import models into prisms 3d

### 3/5 — Квэщьщен

*2026-08-06*

Вы когда-нибудь обновляетесь?

### 5/5 — Survivalcraft 2 industrial mod

*2026-08-05, version 2.8.6*

Survivalcraft 2 industrial mod

### 3/5 — Downgrade from Android version

*2026-07-18, version 2.8.6*

I recently switched to iPhone, and ES has been great to use there. Unfortunately, the subscription plan over just buying a full version is a dealbreaker for me. 

This may be an iOS restriction in general, but what's the point of using a third-party file browser if you can't access the file system and hidden files/directories? 

However, it does have some of the same nice features the Android version includes, such as cloud service integration and FTP/SFTP/etc.

Overall, I can't be too surprised. My main reason for using ES on Android was FTP, and there's other apps in the App Store that do it without a free trial or subscription. If you're ok with all this, it seems solid.

## Frequently asked questions about ES File Explorer

### What does ES File Explorer do?

ES File Explorer is a versatile file management tool that allows you to organize files on your local device, network drives, and cloud storage. It also includes features for file transfer, compression, media playback, and editing of various document and code formats.

### What are the key features of ES File Explorer?

Key features include comprehensive file management operations, WiFi and direct phone-to-phone file transfers, support for ZIP/RAR/7Z compression, built-in audio and video players, aggregation of popular cloud storage services, remote access via SMB/FTP/WebDAV, and editors for PDF and code files.

### Is ES File Explorer free to use?

The app is free to download and use with its core functionalities. There is an optional 'ES PRO' subscription that unlocks all premium features. This subscription is billed monthly or annually.

### What devices is ES File Explorer compatible with?

The application is designed for mobile devices and supports features like split screen, picture-in-picture, and drag-and-drop operations on iPads. It also facilitates file transfer between mobile terminals and computers.

### Can I play music and videos directly from cloud storage?

Yes, the app's built-in audio and video player allows you to directly play audio and video resources from network disks and local area networks. This means you can access and enjoy your media files stored in the cloud without downloading them first.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.6 — 2026-03-24

Fix known bugs

### 2.8.5 — 2025-08-07

this is a bug-fix version that resolves the crash issue when importing photos from the album in iOS 26.

### 2.8.4 — 2025-03-02

Fix known bugs

### 2.8.3 — 2025-02-14

Fix known bugs.

### 2.8.2 — 2025-01-14

Fix known bugs

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