Comparison

iXflash vs Usb Transfer

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

Head to head
About

iXflash

This app extends your iPhone, iPad, or iPod storage with a compatible OTG drive. It allows for quick photo backups, direct recording of 4K videos, file transfers, and offline media playback, saving you from costly cloud storage fees.

Highlights
  • One-touch photo album backup
  • Live recording with 4K support
  • PC/Mac to iDevice file transfer
  • Offline music and movie playback
  • Read-only/write-protect drive option
  • Import iCloud photos and videos
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The iXflash app works with PIODATA's MFi certified iXflash OTG drive, which has been certified to work with all Apple “i” Devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod) utilizing the lightning port. The iXflash offers so many incredibly useful features, such as: • Quickly perform a complete back-up of your entire photo album with just one touch. o Supports Live Photo and burst photo. o Able to import and back-up all photos and videos stored in your iCloud storage for a complete back-up o Saves money eliminating the need for the costly monthly iCloud expanded storage fees. • Live Recording Plus – Able to take photos and videos directly to the iXflash: o Pause & Resume recording to maintain video continuity without stopping and restarting o Supports 4K recording o Switch between front and rear cameras during recording • Easily transfer files between PC/Mac computers and your iDevices. o Supports compression files such as Zip/7z/RAR formats, including any password protection used o Supports importing/sharing files from 3rd party apps, such as Line, Whatsapp, Facebook, Dropbox, WeChat, etc. o Support iOS Files app • Set the drive to read only / write protect o Prevent others from deleting or altering any content stored on the iXflash to ensure the safety and integrity of your personal photos, files, etc. • Enjoy your personal music and movie collections anytime without the need for an internet connection or using the limited memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. o Supports Hi-Resolution music playback, including FLAC and ALAC. o Supports most video formats for playback, and stores your video watch history to quickly continue playback from the last scene played. o Fully supports playing and recording H.265 videos. o Gesture control on video playback; fast forward, rewind, control volume and brightness just by tapping or swiping the screen • Plus many other convenient features that make the iXflash drive even more than just an extended flash storage for your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Intuitive file management The iXflash offers all the critical standard file operational functions. With its state of the art user interface, you can easily access your favorite files or continue working on your most recently opened file in one step. Your digital collection iXflash can be your extended digital library. With built-in media players, you can listen to your favorite music or watch your stored movies and video collections effortlessly. Storing these large files on the iXflash for easy playback means you won’t use up the limited storage memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Plus, since you can access the iXflash without requiring the internet, it means you can play your music and movies while traveling on a plane or in locations that do not have internet connections. Why pay a monthly subscription for added cloud storage when the iXflash provides necessary added storage without charging a monthly fee like a cloud storage service. iXflash Camera You can record 4K videos and take photos using the built-in iXflash camera function. The videos and photos will be saved directly to the iXflash drive, saving precious memory and not occupying any memory on your iPhone, iPad, iPod. Even with all these great features, the PIODATA team promises to continue enhancing the app with more and more user-friendly features that will be released periodically in the future. Make sure you keep the App updated with the latest version for the latest features and benefits. Disclaimer: Due to restrictions set by Apple, this product may have limitations with older iOS devices.

About

Usb Transfer

Features
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USB Transfer-Phone File – Your on-the-go transfer assistant Direct web transmission supports multi-person collaboration, mobile phone turns into a USB flash drive in seconds to achieve free transmission across devices, encrypted transmission, local transmission, privacy and security, batch sharing and intelligent file management, comprehensively improving efficiency and convenience. --Highlights-- 1. Direct web transmission, minimalist operation: no need to install software or log in to the account, you can use it by opening the browser, and the operation is simple and fast. 2. Mobile phone turns into a USB flash drive in seconds: transfer files through your mobile phone anytime, anywhere, break device restrictions, and make file sharing more free. 3. Browser web transfer: Upload and download files directly through the web page, say goodbye to cumbersome software installation. 4. Online preview: Support online preview of files, you can view the content without downloading, saving time and traffic. 5. One-time sharing of multiple files: Support batch upload and share of multiple files to improve transfer efficiency. 6. File classification management: Intelligently classify files, easy to find and manage, and keep documents organized. 7. Security guarantee: support encrypted transmission and LAN operation, higher privacy. The webpage is temporarily authorized to log in, no need to log in to any account, and there is no need to worry about account theft or privacy leakage in unfamiliar environments. Terms of Use: https://cms.fuguizhukj.cn/article/detail/usbiosgnzdxfxy.html Privacy Policy: https://cms.fuguizhukj.cn/article/detail/cyupgggnyszc.html USB Transfer-Phone File, redefines the way files are transferred, providing you with a more convenient and efficient file sharing experience!

Screenshots

iXflash4 screens
Usb Transfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iXflash at none against Usb Transfer's 3. Usb Transfer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. Usb Transfer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. iXflash asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iXflash versus Usb Transfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriXflashUsb Transfer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (97 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings97 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB91 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperVinpower IncChangsha Fugui Bamboo Network Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

iXflash

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Usb Transfer

Subscriptions3
  • 月会员$2.991 Month
  • 季会员$3.993 Months
  • 年会员$9.991 Year

Questions

Is iXflash free?
iXflash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Usb Transfer free?
Usb Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iXflash or Usb Transfer have ads?
Neither iXflash nor Usb Transfer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iXflash or Usb Transfer?
iXflash ships an update every 3 weeks, and Usb Transfer every 3 weeks. Most recently, iXflash was updated on October 12, 2026 and Usb Transfer on October 2, 2026.

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