Comparison

FileMate Pro vs File Manager Document Explorer

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

Head to head
About

FileMate Pro

This app offers robust local file management, allowing users to browse, organize, transfer, and protect various file types. It includes features for archiving, searching, and securing private documents with password protection and hidden modes.

Highlights
  • File browsing and preview
  • File organization and management
  • Privacy protection and password lock
  • File transfer (WiFi, PC/Mac)
  • Archive and extract (7z, rar, zip)
  • File search and marking
  • Super hidden mode
Features
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FileMate – Local File Manager FileMate is a powerful local file manager for iPhone that helps you easily manage, browse, transfer, and protect files. View documents, photos, videos, and archives in one place. Keep your private files safe with built-in privacy protection and password lock. Simple, fast, and designed for everyday file management. -------- Core Features File Browser Quickly view and preview many file types: • Office documents and PDF files • Text files: txt, json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml • High-resolution images and long screenshots • Audio and video playback with an efficient media player -------- File Manager Powerful tools to organize your files: • Create folders and files • Rename, copy, move, and delete files • View file attributes • Hide files for privacy Sort files by name, type, time, or size. -------- Privacy Protection Protect your private files inside the app. • Hide sensitive files • Files remain isolated from other apps • Optional password protection -------- Key Functions Add Files Add files to FileMate in multiple ways: • Create folders, text files, photos, and videos directly in the app • Import files from Photos, Files, or other apps • Transfer files between PC and iPhone via WiFi • Transfer files between Mac and iPhone using Finder or iTunes -------- Archive & Extract FileMate supports common archive formats: • 7z • rar • zip • tar Password-protected archives are supported. -------- File Search Quickly find files using: • Fuzzy search • Multi-keyword search -------- File Marking Mark important files for faster access and display them in custom sorting views. -------- Hidden Files Private files can be set as hidden. Hidden files are not shown by default and can be revealed when needed. -------- Password Lock Protect access to the app: • App password lock • Face ID / Touch ID unlock • Custom authentication timeout settings -------- Super Hidden Mode Hide all settings related to hidden files so only you know these features exist. -------- Additional Features Sharing Panel • Import files into the app in batches • Share files to other apps Theme Settings • Customize themes • Adjust folder style, menus, and text size Unread Reminder • Set reminder times for unread files -------- Contact & Feedback If you have any questions or suggestions about the product, please feel free to contact us. Email: orange_family@icloud.com QQ group: 398168949

About

File Manager Document Explorer

Browse, manage, and protect your files and documents on your iPhone or iPad. Organize files into folders, edit various document types, and secure your private data with a password. Supports a wide range of file formats and video playback.

Highlights
  • File and document browsing
  • Private file locking and management
  • Edit and organize files in folders
  • Extract zip archives (rar & 7z)
  • Support for 100+ document formats
  • Password protection for files
  • Import files via Wi-Fi and iTunes
Features
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File Manager browse files and documents on your iPhone, iPod or iPad like on your computer. No limits on storage, All features are free! * File Manager You can lock and manage your private file, photos, videos, text messages, voice recordings, notes, documents and other files very easily! Edit files, organize files in folders. Extract zip archives(rar & 7z). Work with doc xls pdf ppt txt html rtf and 100+ formats. Manage your files and create folders. Zip/ unzip, color tag, rename, etc. Protect everything with a Password. Import files from your computer any nearby devices any your iPhone Camera Roll. View Office files & PDF and more files. You can now play all kinds of video files rm rmve avi mp4 flv 3gp mov and more Camera Roll & WI-FI and iTunes file sharing support. This File Manager is a must have app for your iPhone and iPad! 【Pro Subscription】 - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. To cancel your subscription, you can go to your iPhone/iPad/iPod's Settings> [your name] > iTunes & App Store, tap your Apple ID, tap View Apple ID, tap Subscriptions, click on 'Cancel Subsciption' for the app. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy statement:http://appmoon.lofter.com/post/1f94ec48_12c8fd044 Terms of use:https://appmoon.lofter.com/post/1f94ec48_2b4df2125

Screenshots

FileMate Pro4 screens
File Manager Document Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: File Manager Document Explorer at Free against FileMate Pro's $149.99. File Manager Document Explorer also leads on ratings volume (32 vs 4). FileMate Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (81% vs 48%). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

File Manager Document Explorer is free to download; FileMate Pro costs $149.99 up front. File Manager Document Explorer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. FileMate Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FileMate Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager Document Explorer has 32 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of FileMate Pro's written reviews are positive against 48% of File Manager Document Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileMate Pro ships an update every 4 weeks, File Manager Document Explorer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FileMate Pro versus File Manager Document Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileMate ProFile Manager Document Explorer
Price$149.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.7 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews81.0% of reviews — better47.8% of reviews
Number of ratings432 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJUNBO JIA颖欣 李

Customer experience

FileMate Pro

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral14.3%
Negative4.8%

File Manager Document Explorer

All ratings31 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive47.8%
Neutral8.7%
Negative43.5%

In-app purchases

None

FileMate Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

File Manager Document Explorer

Subscriptions1
  • Pro3 Days trial$1.491 Month
One-time1
  • Folder Manager Pro$1.99

Questions

Is FileMate Pro free?
FileMate Pro costs $149.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is File Manager Document Explorer free?
File Manager Document Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FileMate Pro or File Manager Document Explorer?
FileMate Pro is rated higher. FileMate Pro averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while File Manager Document Explorer averages 4.7 from 32 ratings.
Do FileMate Pro or File Manager Document Explorer have ads?
Both FileMate Pro and File Manager Document Explorer show ads.
Which is updated more often, FileMate Pro or File Manager Document Explorer?
FileMate Pro ships an update every 4 weeks, and File Manager Document Explorer every 3 months. Most recently, FileMate Pro was updated on October 6, 2026 and File Manager Document Explorer on October 7, 2026.

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