# Fast Player vs File transfer & Data Sharing

The clearest difference is rating: Fast Player at 4.5 against File transfer & Data Sharing's 4.0. Fast Player also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 44%) and ratings volume (5K vs 161). File transfer & Data Sharing's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fast Player sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year and File transfer & Data Sharing sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fast Player holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fast Player has 5K ratings behind it against 161, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Fast Player's written reviews are positive against 44% of File transfer & Data Sharing's.

Fast Player ships an update every 3 weeks, File transfer & Data Sharing every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fast Player | File transfer & Data Sharing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-player-video-player/id1320554555/reviews)** | [4.0 (161 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-transfer-and-data-sharing/id1535420575/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 161 |
| Positive reviews | **67.9% of reviews** | 44.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 161 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [章健 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566849627) | [Laxay Gajera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534406445) |

## What reviewers say

### Fast Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-player-video-player/id1320554555)

This app plays nearly all audio and video formats, including M3U8 playlists and streaming videos. It offers advanced playback controls, custom subtitle support, and multiple file transfer methods. Secure your media with password protection and enjoy casting to your TV.

**Highlights:** Plays all audio/video formats, M3U8 playlist and IPTV support, Custom subtitle downloads, Multiple file transfer options, Cloud drive integration, Casting to TV (Chromecast, AirPlay), Archive file support, Password protection for privacy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual professional version | $3.99 | per year |
| Compress / unzip the file | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Passcode Lock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Professional Version | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and user-friendly
- 👍 Versatile and plays various file formats
- 💡 Useful for transferring and managing media files
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing and crashing issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and sharing

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not playing correctly or only showing audio
- App failing to remember playback position
- Issues with file format compatibility
- Unexpected app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add shuffle and repeat options
- Implement picture-in-picture mode
- Improve playlist management and file ordering
- Provide better Bluetooth/AirPlay support


### File transfer & Data Sharing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-transfer-and-data-sharing/id1535420575)

Easily share files, music, videos, and apps between mobile devices at high speeds. Create a hotspot for direct transfers without needing other connections. Optimized for a smooth and fast file-sharing experience.

**Highlights:** Fast file transfer, Data sharing between mobile devices, Share photos, music, and apps, Hotspot creation for direct transfers, No other connection required, Smooth and fast experience

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| File Transfer Weekly Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| File Transfer Monthly Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| File Transfer Yearly Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| FileTransfer - Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Amazing Data Transfer
- 👍 I love this app
- 🚀 Great

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Very bad app
- 😞 Not working
- 😞 Fake app does not work
- 😞 Doesn’t work
- 😞 Not working

**Reported bugs**

- Shows ads and then nothing happens
- Not able to send even single file
- Clicked on Open Settings but nothing happened
- App keeps crashing when clicking on music
- One phone on the app but not the other

**Requested features**

- Add to sharing apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fast Player free?

Fast Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is File transfer & Data Sharing free?

File transfer & Data Sharing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fast Player or File transfer & Data Sharing?

Fast Player is rated higher. Fast Player averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while File transfer & Data Sharing averages 4.0 from 161 ratings.

### Do Fast Player or File transfer & Data Sharing have ads?

Fast Player shows ads; File transfer & Data Sharing does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fast Player or File transfer & Data Sharing?

Fast Player ships an update every 3 weeks, and File transfer & Data Sharing every 5 weeks. Most recently, Fast Player was updated on October 29, 2026 and File transfer & Data Sharing on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*