# mbDrive Lite - WiFi flash disk

> Wireless flash disk for iPhone/iPod Touch via web browser. (iPhone/iPad app by Haw-Yuan Yang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mbdrive-lite-wifi-flash-disk/id343254033 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Haw-Yuan Yang](https://appshunter.io/developer/291212805)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 4,159 App Store ratings · 109 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mbdrive-lite-wifi-flash-disk/id343254033/reviews.md

## What is mbDrive Lite?

mbDrive lite is the free version of mbDrive. 
mbDrive - Turn your iPhone and iPod touch into wireless flash disk.

With mbDrive, transferring files to and from your iPhone/iPod Touch has never been easier! mbDrive transforms your iPhone/iPod Touch into a wireless flash disk that you can use just like any other flash disk to store your documents and files. With our lightning fast HTML server build-in, you can transfer files to your iPhone or iPod Touch with any modern web browser. 

Features:

1. High performance HTML server provides fast and easy file transfer.
2. Compatible with OS X 10.5 and above, WinXP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 10.
3. Supports typical file transfer operations from connected web browser. Functions include:
  * Create new folder.
  * Delete/rename files and folders.
  * Using drag-and-drop to copy files between iPhone/iPod Touch and computer.
4. Can download the files from iPhone/iPod touch using web browser.
5. Views or plays the document/media file stored in mbDrive. Supported file formats:
  *Microsoft office documents
  *PDF files
  *iWork documents
  *Safari Web Archives
  *Web pages .htm .html
  *Text files
  *Image files .png .jpg, .jpeg, .gif .tiff
  *Video files .mp4 .mov
  *Audio files .mp3 .aac

6. Supports landscape orientation.
7. File sorting options which make it easy to locate specific files.
8. Import photo from camera roll or image library.
9. Support iTunes file sharing. 

Requirements:

1. Computer running OS X 10.5 and above, WinXP, Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 10.
2. iPhone/iPod Touch and your computer needs to be on the same WiFi network.
3. iOS 9.0 and above.

***Limitation:

The free version provides 128 MBytes disk space. If you need more disk space, please purchase the full version.

## Key features

- Wireless flash disk functionality
- Fast HTML server for file transfer
- Web browser file management
- Create, delete, rename files/folders
- Drag-and-drop file copying
- View and play supported media formats
- Import photos from camera roll

## What do users think of mbDrive Lite?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🚀 Wirelessly access files
- 👍 Works well with Windows and Mac
- 👍 Useful for students and professionals

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Limited storage space in free version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inaccurate server address
- Port number issues
- Inability to update files
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Password protection
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Integration with third-party apps
- Improved navigation and file management

## Recent user reviews (10 of 109)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mbdrive-lite-wifi-flash-disk/id343254033/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very easy to use!!!

*2011-05-15*

This is straight forward link up to your pc! Your up are ready with in seconds! do not waste time on others, this is IT!!

### 1/5 — Mr. smarty

*2011-05-12, version 1.0.2*

RUBBISH!!! This app is terrible! It's easy to set up but then it completely fails to work! DO NO GET THIS!

### 5/5 — Awesome !!

*2011-03-31, version 1.0.2*

Works great!
Follow the directions an you can have it running in 25 seconds 
Love it!!

### 5/5 — Good

*2011-03-25, version 1.0.2*

For anyone who says it wont connect to pc - you HAVE to have the app open with it connected to wifi for it to work.  

Now for my review - 
Id say t works like a charm. Getting paid version when i get another dollar.  But one problem, when you tap in settigs to change the port number: it crashes every time.  Please fix?

### 5/5 — Works great

*2011-03-15, version 1.0.2*

Follow the instructions. On the first try I had it working in less than 30seconds! Great product!!

### 3/5 — Ps3

*2011-03-10, version 1.0.2*

Does it work for ps3

### 1/5 — Don't buy this

*2011-03-05, version 1.0.2*

It doesn't work. I would rate lower if it was possible.

### 3/5 — Okay.

*2011-02-03, version 1.0.2*

Piece of cake to setup. Anybody who has problems is most likely an idiot or just hasnt read the instructions.
However, when viewing a file i cant seem to return to the rest of the files without hitting the home button. Anybody else have this problem?

### 2/5 — Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

*2011-01-11, version 1.0.2*

How do u set it up I'm sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo stuck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2010-12-23, version 1.0.2*

Absolute rubbish don't waste your time as it rarely works properly.

## Frequently asked questions about mbDrive Lite

### What does mbDrive Lite do?

mbDrive Lite transforms your iPhone or iPod Touch into a wireless flash disk. It allows you to easily transfer files to and from your device using any modern web browser on the same WiFi network, functioning much like a traditional USB flash drive.

### How do I transfer files with mbDrive Lite?

To transfer files, ensure your iPhone/iPod Touch and computer are on the same WiFi network. Then, access the built-in HTML server through a web browser on your computer. You can then use drag-and-drop functionality to copy files between your device and computer, or download files from your device.

### Is mbDrive Lite free to use?

mbDrive Lite is a free version of the app, offering 128 MBytes of disk space. If you require more storage, you can purchase the full version of mbDrive.

### What operating systems and devices are compatible with mbDrive Lite?

The app is compatible with computers running OS X 10.5 and above, WinXP, Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 10. It requires an iPhone or iPod Touch running iOS 9.0 and above, and both devices must be on the same WiFi network.

### What types of files can I view or play using mbDrive Lite?

mbDrive Lite supports viewing and playing a variety of file formats, including Microsoft Office documents, PDF files, iWork documents, Safari Web Archives, web pages (.htm, .html), text files, image files (.png, .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .tiff), video files (.mp4, .mov), and audio files (.mp3, .aac).

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2022-03-22

Bugs fixed.

### 1.3.0 — 2020-08-05

Bugs fixed.

### 1.2.0 — 2017-04-07

Bug fixes.

### 1.0.2 — 2010-02-03

Fixed bug that causes the application to crash when loading some XLS files.

### 1.0.1 — 2010-01-25

Bugs fixed and minor UI changed.

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