Comparison

LILINHub vs FileBus

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

Head to head
About

LILINHub

Features
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LILINHub App is the App for remote IP cameras and NVRs statuses monitoring and maintenance via LILIN Device Hub. LILIN Device Hub is the device for reporting operational status of IP cameras and NVRs within a network. An installer is able to utilize LILIN Device Cloud and Device Hub App for IP devices remote maintenance and remote monitoring.

About

FileBus

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FileBus is a powerful cross-platform file transfer application that makes sharing files within your local network simple, fast, and secure. Whether transferring data between different devices or operating systems, FileBus handles it effortlessly, allowing files to flow freely across your devices. Key Features: Cross-Platform Support: Seamless transfers between any devices, breaking down ecosystem barriers with no data usage. Original Quality Transfer: Photos transfer without compression, maintaining original quality. Say goodbye to image and video compression while preserving precious memories intact. Privacy and Security: All data transfers only within your local network without passing through any third-party servers for enhanced peace of mind. Device Pairing: Pair devices through QR code scanning or pairing codes, ensuring transfers only to trusted devices. Transfer Types: Support for sending files, folders, media libraries (photos/videos), plain text messages, and clipboard content. High-Speed Transfer: Point-to-point high-speed transfers over local network, fast and data-free, unaffected by internet speed. Lightning-Fast Experience: Automatically discover nearby devices, send files, folders, or text messages with one tap. Simple and Intuitive: Clean interface with easy file selection, supporting batch selection and share extensions for smooth operation. Download FileBus now and experience more efficient file transfers!

Screenshots

LILINHub4 screens
FileBus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FileBus at every 2 weeks against LILINHub's every 21 months. LILINHub's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LILINHub ships an update every 21 months, FileBus every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
LILINHub versus FileBus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLILINHubFileBus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 2 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS10.3 โ€” better15.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size14 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMerit LILIN Ent. Co., Ltd.Shenzhen Qirat Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

None

LILINHub

No in-app purchases

None

FileBus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LILINHub free?
LILINHub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FileBus free?
FileBus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LILINHub or FileBus have ads?
Neither LILINHub nor FileBus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LILINHub or FileBus?
LILINHub ships an update every 21 months, and FileBus every 2 weeks. Most recently, LILINHub was updated on November 6, 2026 and FileBus on November 9, 2026.

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