Comparison

iFolders Safe vs PDF Reader Light

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iFolders Safe

Organize and manage your files and folders on your portable device with advanced features like password protection, slideshows, and universal viewing for various media types. It allows for secure storage and easy sharing of your data.

Highlights
  • File and folder management (create, cut, copy, paste, rename, delete)
  • Password-protected folders (private and protected modes)
  • Image slideshow with adjustable intervals
  • Universal media viewer (pictures, music, video, documents)
  • ZIP/UNZIP file compression
  • File sharing and email integration
Features
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“iFolders Safe" is the first file explorer for portable devices. With "iFolders Safe" you can: - Save and manage your files and folders as you did with your computer (NEW FOLDER and subfolder, CUT, COPY, PASTE, RENAME, DELETE, ZIP, MODIFY) - Create folders PUBLIC (accessible to all), PRIVATE (accessible only in private mode and protected by a unique password) or PROTECTED (accessible only in private mode and each protected by a different password) - Copy your images into the mobile device by using folders and subfolders, with the same way as when You save them on the hard disk of Your PC (COPY / PASTE or CUT / PASTE or iTunes File Sharing) - View images (individually, browsing them manually one by one, using the automatic slideshow with interval adjustable between 3, 5, 7, 10 seconds, with normal or random visualization and loop similar to the electronic photo frames) - Set cover for your folders and subfolders (choose the image you want) - Save and view documents - Save and view video / film - Save and play music (even as a soundtrack for the slide - with album cover selectable) - Share saved files with other applications (for example DROPBOX) or send them by email - Compress (ZIP) or decompress (UNZIP) files saved in the file system of your device or received for example by email - Have more details on selected files and folders (image resolution, file size, path, number of files and folders contained into a folder, etc...) Features: - Multiple selection of file, folders and subfolders - NEW FOLDER - CUT - COPY - PASTE - RENAME - ZIP / UNZIP - DELETE - MODIFY - PICTURES SLIDESHOW (manual, automatic, normal, random, loop - with selectable interval between a picture and the next one) - PUBLIC, PRIVATE, PROTECTED mode (password protected folders) - Selectable COVERS - Universal viewer (picture, music, video, document) - Filesystem explorer UNIVERSAL APP: - You pay it only once and it runs on all Your devices.

About

PDF Reader Light

Easily read, extract text, and convert PDF files. Save, share, and print documents directly from your device. Organize your files with a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • Extract text from PDFs
  • Convert PDFs to text
  • Download PDFs from web
  • Access local documents
  • Save PDFs to device
  • Share PDF files
  • Print PDF files
Features
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Introducing PDF Reader Light, a versatile and user-friendly application designed to extract Text from your PDF. Seamlessly download PDF files from the web or access local documents stored on your device with just a few taps. With its intuitive interface, navigating through PDFs is a breeze, allowing you to open documents at your convenience. PDF Reader Light offers more than just simple viewing capabilities – it empowers you to convert PDFs into text files with just One click. Whether you need to extract essential information or convert lengthy documents into a more digestible format, our app provides the tools you need to accomplish your tasks. Furthermore, PDF Reader Light enables you to organize your documents by offering the option to save PDF files directly to your device's documents folder. This feature ensures that your important files are conveniently stored and readily accessible whenever you need them. Sharing documents has never been simpler. With PDF Reader Light, you can share PDF files with colleagues, friends, or family members via Airdrop or various apps and services, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication. Additionally, our app supports printing functionality, allowing you to generate hard copies of your PDF files with ease. Whether you need to create physical copies for reference or archival purposes, PDF Reader Light provides a hassle-free solution. Experience the convenience and efficiency of PDF management with PDF Reader Light – the ultimate companion for all your PDF reading and document management needs.

Screenshots

iFolders Safe4 screens
PDF Reader Light4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PDF Reader Light at Free against iFolders Safe's $1.99. PDF Reader Light also leads on update cadence (every 7 months vs every 38 months). iFolders Safe's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PDF Reader Light is free to download; iFolders Safe costs $1.99 up front. PDF Reader Light sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iFolders Safe asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.0 for iFolders Safe against 1.0 for PDF Reader Light. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iFolders Safe ships an update every 38 months, PDF Reader Light every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iFolders Safe versus PDF Reader Light: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriFolders SafePDF Reader Light
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGianluca NataliniJorge Lucioni Charalla

Customer experience

iFolders Safe

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

PDF Reader Light

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

iFolders Safe

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PDF Reader Light

One-time1
  • Basic App$1.99

Questions

Is iFolders Safe free?
iFolders Safe costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PDF Reader Light free?
PDF Reader Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iFolders Safe or PDF Reader Light?
iFolders Safe and PDF Reader Light are both rated 1.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do iFolders Safe or PDF Reader Light have ads?
Neither iFolders Safe nor PDF Reader Light shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iFolders Safe or PDF Reader Light?
iFolders Safe ships an update every 38 months, and PDF Reader Light every 7 months. Most recently, iFolders Safe was updated on October 9, 2026 and PDF Reader Light on October 16, 2026.

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