Comparison

Files vs Offline

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

Head to head
About

Files

Manage files from your device, cloud storage, or external drives in one place. Organize with tags, search, and access recent documents easily. Share files and connect to network drives.

Highlights
  • Access files from device, cloud, and external drives
  • Recents view with high-resolution thumbnails
  • Organize files with tags
  • Search and navigate folders
  • Connect to cloud services (Dropbox, OneDrive, etc.)
  • Connect to file servers (SMB)
  • Pin favorite folders
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Access and organize your files no matter where they’re located — on your device, in the cloud, on an external drive or file server— with Files. The Recents view displays the files you’ve been working on lately in high-resolution thumbnails. Use the powerful Browse view to navigate folders, organize your files with tags, move files between folders, and search. Files also makes it easy to access iCloud Drive and third-party cloud storage services such as Dropbox, Box, and OneDrive. Features • Press the Files icon in the Dock or Home screen to quickly open a file from anywhere • Connect an external drive or SD card to your device to access the files • Connect to a file server at work or a home PC using SMB from Files • Use tags to organize files stored with different cloud providers and across different apps. • Pin your favorite folders in Browse view for quick access to the ones you use most. • Give people access to any file stored in iCloud Drive by sharing a link from the Files app • Drag and drop to select files and organize them into folders

About

Offline

Manage files, browse privately with a VPN, and play media offline. Features include camera search, ad-free browsing, and password protection for enhanced privacy and digital control.

Highlights
  • Private browsing with VPN
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Password protection for apps and folders
  • File downloader and manager
  • Offline music and video playback
  • Lens camera search
  • QR code generator
Features
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Our app represents a reliable and unique all-in-one solution for efficient document and file management, seamless browsing, and a feature-packed media player. Experience the power of unlimited storage. Create your own QR code & elevate your digital experience - Our app is designed to simplify your online life! The lens camera search feature empowers you to seamlessly bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds, while password-protected apps and folders grant you unparalleled control over your privacy. Download, organize, and enjoy files in multiple formats with ease, complemented by an offline music playback feature for uninterrupted entertainment. Stay informed with instant access to global news, all presented through a clean and intuitive UI. - LENS CAMERA SEARCH See a product you love? Simply snap a photo, and let the app locate it for you. Effortless and innovative, this feature brings convenience to your fingertips. - FAST & SECURE VPN Your privacy is paramount, and our app stands as a fortress with its high-speed VPN, accessible in every corner of the globe. Whether you're at home or abroad, rest assured that your data remains shielded from prying eyes, offering a seamless and unlimited browsing experience - AD-FREE BROWSING Our app provides a sanctuary of ad-free browsing on every page, ensuring a smooth and distraction-free journey through the vast landscape of the internet. Block ads - Browse the content without distractions! - PASSWORD PROTECTION FOR APPS & FOLDERS Take control of your privacy with the ability to lock the entire application or specific folders. Ensure that your sensitive data remains secure, accessible only to those with the designated password. - DOWNLOADER & FILE MANAGEMENT Effortlessly download and manage files in various formats, including PDF, ZIP, XLS, PNG, JPEG, MP4, and MP3 - Organize and simplify your digital life with ease! Take charge of your digital space - Download, organize, customize & manage! - OFFLINE MUSIC PLAYBACK Enjoy uninterrupted music and video playback with the Timer Sleep feature. Play your favorite media in mp3 format offline, providing entertainment on your terms. With this feature, we put you in control of your auditory experience like never before. - INSTANT WEB TRANSLATION Break down language barriers with instant website translation. Translate web pages on-the-fly into any language, broadening your access to global information with a simple tap. - QR CODE GENERATOR Establish your digital presence with our QR code generator. Craft, customize, and publish your QR barcode, adding a personal touch to your online interactions and effortlessly sharing information. Download our app now and unlock a world of seamless browsing, secure connections, and efficient file management - Feel the taste of digital freedom! Discover a new level of convenience - Spend less time searching, more time enjoying! Enhance & simplify your digital life! -- USER PERMISSION USAGE -- We respect your privacy and only request user permissions that are necessary for providing you with the best browsing experience. Push notifications are optional, and we only use them to notity you when downloads are complete. We may also ask for access to your camera roll to save downloaded photos and videos or to scan QR codes for setting up VR headsets. We may also request your location if you browse websites that require your location, such as online maps. If you decline, online maps will not show your position. --Subscriptions -- Price may vary depending on location. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Subscriptions are offered for either one month ($5.99) or one year ($59.99), and will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will not be able to cancel the subscription once it is activated. You can manage your subscription in your account settings after purchase. https://bit.ly/3SgqoWG

Screenshots

Files4 screens
Offline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Offline at 4.6 against Files's 2.9. Offline also leads on review sentiment (49% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). Files's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Offline sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Files asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Offline holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Offline has 138K ratings behind it against 7.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Files's written reviews are positive against 49% of Offline's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Files ships an update every 6 months, Offline every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Files versus Offline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilesOffline
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (7.6K ratings)4.6 (138K ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.0% of reviews48.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.6K138K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB102 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAppleSAEED ABDULLAH ALHAJRI

Customer experience

Files

All ratings7,538 ratings
Positive41.8%
Neutral9.0%
Negative49.2%
Written reviews2,571 reviews
Positive14.0%
Neutral10.2%
Negative75.8%

Offline

All ratings137,943 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews2,103 reviews
Positive48.9%
Neutral12.5%
Negative38.6%

User reviews

Files

From 7.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Smooth performance
  • 💡 Useful for storing and organizing files
  • 🔒 Secure file storage

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🐛 Files disappearing or not saving properly
  • 🐛 Unreliable sync with cloud services
  • 🐛 Limited functionality compared to desktop file managers
  • 🐛 Buggy PDF annotation and editing

Offline

From 138K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great for offline listening
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast download speeds
  • 🚀 Convenient for road trips/travel

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Downloading issues/bugs
  • 🐛 Crashing/freezing issues
  • 🐛 Music files disappearing
  • 📢 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Incorrect song titles

Bugs and requests

Files

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Files app not showing any files after iOS 15 update
  • Inability to delete downloaded files
  • Keyboard glitches when editing documents
  • Inconsistent behavior when transferring files to external storage

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to view file extensions
  • Improve search functionality
  • Allow more customization of the interface
  • Integrate better with other Apple apps and services
  • Add support for more cloud storage providers

Offline

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Download button not showing up
  • Inability to download certain content
  • Sudden deletion of downloaded files

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Playlist management features
  • Background playback
  • Video to audio conversion

In-app purchases

None

Files

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Offline

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Plan$5.991 Month
  • Premium Plan$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Files free?
Files is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Offline free?
Offline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Files or Offline?
Offline is rated higher. Files averages 2.9 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Offline averages 4.6 from 138K ratings.
Do Files or Offline have ads?
Offline shows ads; Files does not.
Which is updated more often, Files or Offline?
Files ships an update every 6 months, and Offline every 2 weeks. Most recently, Files was updated on November 8, 2026 and Offline on November 8, 2026.

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