PocketCloud vs Tether
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PocketCloud
Access and manage your personal cloud storage wirelessly. Back up photos, videos, and important files to your local cloud, freeing up device space. Stream content to multiple devices simultaneously and share instantly.
- Wireless access to stored files
- One-step photo and video backup
- CloudCam for direct saving
- Organize files between devices
- Expand device memory
- Simultaneous streaming to 7 devices
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The PocketCloud app works together with your PocketCloud storage device. The app provides wireless access to videos, photos, music and documents stored on your PocketCloud device. The app’s simple one-step backup allows you to save your photos and videos to your own personal local Cloud so that you can continue capturing important things in your life. The CloudCam feature allows you to take photos or videos and saves them directly to the PocketCloud, saving space on your smartphone or tablet. Functions: SAVE: Back up all your photos and videos with the one-step backup feature Back up important files so they are always accessible Organize files between your PocketCloud device and your iPhone or iPad Expand the memory of your iPhone and iPad SHARE: Allow up to 7 devices to simultaneously view and stream your content Take photos with the CloudCam and make them available for sharing instantly ***A PocketCloud storage device is required to use this app***
Tether
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Tether makes it effortless to send photos, videos, documents, and any other files across all your devices. No cables, no complicated workflows, and no more emailing yourself files. Just sign in, link your devices, and transfer instantly with a private, encrypted, peer-to-peer connection. Whether you’re moving files between your phone and laptop or sharing media across different platforms, Tether keeps everything fast, simple, and secure. • Cross-platform by design Works seamlessly across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux devices. • True peer-to-peer transfers Tether helps your devices connect to each other, but every file is sent directly between them. Your files never touch our or any other third party server. • End-to-end encrypted Every transfer is protected with strong encryption, so only your devices can access your files. • Original quality, no limits Send any number of files, any size, always without compression. • Your devices, connected anywhere Signed-in devices on your account can send and receive files whether they’re on the same network or across the world. Built for privacy. Built for speed. Built for you. Tether keeps your files between your devices only, ensuring you’re always in control. Whether you’re transferring work documents, photos, or anything else, Tether makes secure cross-platform sharing easier than ever.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PocketCloud at 9.0 against Tether's 13.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | PocketCloud | Tether |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.6 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 13.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Powerstick.com | Lucien Kerssens |
In-app purchases
PocketCloud
No in-app purchases
Tether
No in-app purchases









