Comparison

Qsirch vs ES File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Qsirch

This app enables rapid file discovery on your QNAP NAS. Perform full-text searches across multiple devices and utilize extensive filtering options to pinpoint specific files. Easily share your findings through various communication channels.

Highlights
  • Search multiple NAS devices
  • Full-text search for 6000+ file formats
  • 30+ filter conditions
  • File preview modes
  • Create shareable download links
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Qsirch helps you quickly find the files you need. You can perform full-text search to locate files on the QNAP NAS and then further browse and share the files. Free yet powerful, Qsirch is your best search tool. Requirements: - iOS 16 or later versions - QNAP NAS running QTS 4.2 or later versions Major features: - Search for the files on one or multiple NAS devices - Support full-text search for over 6000 file formats - Provide more than 30 kinds of filter conditions, such as date modified, file path, and file metadata - Switch between two file preview modes - Create download links for shared files or folders, allowing you to share files via email, text messages, or instant messengers.

About

ES File Explorer

Manage local and network files with this comprehensive tool. It offers file transfer, compression, built-in media players, cloud storage integration, and editing capabilities for various document and code formats.

Highlights
  • File management and sorting
  • WiFi and face-to-face file transfer
  • ZIP, RAR, 7Z compression/decompression
  • Built-in audio/video player
  • Cloud storage aggregation
  • Remote service access (SMB, FTP, WebDAV)
  • PDF and code editor
Features
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ES File Explorer is a local and network file management tool that can help you manage files easily. 【The main function】 -File management You can create new directories, rename, move, delete files, etc. Support file sorting by name, date, size The iPad version supports features such as split screen, picture-in-picture, and drag-and-drop operations between apps - file transfer WiFi transmission function: support the transfer of files between the mobile terminal and the computer terminal Face-to-face fast transfer function: support for transferring files between mobile phones -Compress and decompress Support the compression and decompression of ZIP, RAR, 7Z format files Support Chinese password -Built-in audio and video player Support functions: double-speed playback (0.5~2.0), background playback, small window playback, etc. Can directly play audio and video resources in the network disk, local area, and local area network -Netdisk aggregation No need to download, you can access and use the files in the network disk Support simultaneous login with multiple accounts on the same network disk Support mainstream network disks such as Baidu network disk, google drive, OneDrive, dropbox, etc. -Remote service access: SMB, FTP, WebDAV -Built-in PDF editor Support PDF file browsing PDF file editing: supports highlight, underline, strikethrough, pen and other functions -Built-in novel reader Support TXT, EPUB format, continuous optimization -Built-in code editor Supports browsing and editing of 47 code formats such as json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml, net, etc. Support code theme switching, font size adjustment, encoding format adjustment -Other functions Automatic backup function: support incremental backup of system albums and ES local files to Baidu network disk, SMB, FTP, WebDAV Recycle bin function: support ES local files to be temporarily stored in the ES recycle bin after deletion to prevent file loss Browser: Support web browsing Application lock: protect user privacy and safety ES PRO - When you purchase ES PRO, you will Unlock all premium features. - ES PRO is billed monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to the selected plan. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - According to the Apple Store policy, your subscription will be automatically renewed after the free trial ends. - Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period. - Your account will be charged according to your plan for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. Terms of Service: http://esfile.do-global.com/h5/user_manual.html Privacy Policy: http://www.estrongs.com/privacyStatement/en/index.htm Email: esfileexplorerfeedback@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialESFileExplorer/ YouTube: https://goo.gl/YVXXV3

Screenshots

Qsirch4 screens
ES File Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ES File Explorer at 64% against Qsirch's 15%. ES File Explorer also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). Qsirch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price and ads 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. ES File Explorer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Qsirch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ES File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ES File Explorer has 15K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Qsirch's written reviews are positive against 64% of ES File Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qsirch ships an update every 5 months, ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Qsirch versus ES File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQsirchES File Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (6 ratings)4.6 (15K ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.4% of reviews63.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings615K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB263 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperQNAP Systems, Inc.Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Qsirch

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral3.8%
Negative80.8%

ES File Explorer

All ratings15,195 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews1,148 reviews
Positive63.7%
Neutral8.9%
Negative27.4%

Bugs and requests

Qsirch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ES File Explorer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Deleted all user files after update
  • Unable to connect to SMB servers
  • Video playback issues with certain file types
  • Inconsistent behavior when using VPN

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved file compression tools
  • More customization options
  • Better integration with Apple ecosystem
  • Enhanced audio/video playback controls

In-app purchases

None

Qsirch

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

ES File Explorer

Subscriptions4
  • ES Pro(1 month)7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • ES Pro(1 month)$6.991 Month
  • ES Pro(1 year)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • ES Pro(1 year)$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • ES remove ads$1.99
  • ES lifetime vip$4.99
  • ES lifetime vip$6.99

Questions

Is Qsirch free?
Qsirch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ES File Explorer free?
ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Qsirch or ES File Explorer?
ES File Explorer is rated higher. Qsirch averages 1.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ES File Explorer averages 4.6 from 15K ratings.
Do Qsirch or ES File Explorer have ads?
Neither Qsirch nor ES File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Qsirch or ES File Explorer?
Qsirch ships an update every 5 months, and ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Qsirch was updated on June 9, 2026 and ES File Explorer on September 27, 2026.

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