MPOW Flash vs PhotoBackup External
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MPOW Flash
This device offers a versatile solution for expanding storage and managing files across Apple devices and computers. It allows for quick transfers, backups, and direct media playback, freeing up valuable space on your iPhone and iPad.
- External storage for iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC
- File transfer and sharing
- Contact list backup and restore
- Independent music and video playback
- Stream 1080p videos
- File management operations
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MPOW Flash is a multi-functional storage device for Mac, PC, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. MPOW Flash has a standard USB interface and a lightning connector for iPhone and iPad. Free up space on your iPhone and iPad. Transfer and share files between your iPhone, iPad & Mac or PC quickly and easily. MPOW Flash Functions： ● Contact list backup and restore. ●Supports independent music and video playback. ●Stream 1080p videos directly from MPOW Flash. ● File management operations such as copy, delete, export etc. ●Browse files store on MPOW Flash Drive. ●Browse local files stored within MPOW Flash App. ●Transfer media and files from iPhone to MPOW Flash Drive. Compatibility： ● iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch with lightning connector running iOS version 8.0 or later. ●PCs running Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows 8. ●Mac computers running Mac OS 10.5 or later.
PhotoBackup External
Easily back up your iPhone and iPad photos directly to a USB drive. Secure your memories offline and free up device storage without needing iCloud or a computer. Enjoy full control over your photo library with a simple and reliable solution.
- Direct backup to external USB drives
- No iCloud or computer required
- Fast and reliable photo export
- Clear progress tracking
- Smart space verification before backup
- Ideal for large photo libraries
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PhotoBackup External makes it incredibly easy to back up all your iPhone and iPad photos directly to an external USB drive — no iCloud, no computer, no subscriptions. Whether you want to free up space, secure your memories offline, or create a full archive of your photo library, PhotoBackup External gives you full control over your data. Why users love PhotoBackup External • Direct backup to external drives Connect any compatible USB-C or Lightning external drive and export your entire photo library in just a few taps. • No iCloud required Keep your photos offline, private, and fully under your control. • Fast and reliable export The app scans your library, calculates required space, and safely copies your photos without interruptions. • Clear progress tracking See exactly how many files have been exported and how much time remains. • Smart space check PhotoBackup External verifies available space on the drive before starting the backup, preventing failed transfers. • Perfect for large libraries Ideal for users with tens of thousands of photos who need a simple and dependable solution. Built for privacy Your photos never leave your device. The app performs backup locally and does not upload data anywhere. Simple. Safe. Offline. Free up storage, protect your memories, and keep full ownership of your photo library — all with a single app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: PhotoBackup External at 80% against MPOW Flash's 5%. PhotoBackup External also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). MPOW Flash's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PhotoBackup External holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PhotoBackup External has 20 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of MPOW Flash's written reviews are positive against 80% of PhotoBackup External's.
MPOW Flash ships an update every 3 months, PhotoBackup External weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MPOW Flash | PhotoBackup External |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (4 ratings) | 4.8 (20 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 5.3% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 20 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gopod Group Limited | Fastask OU |
Customer experience
MPOW Flash
PhotoBackup External
In-app purchases
MPOW Flash
No in-app purchases
PhotoBackup External
No in-app purchases
