# Data Transfer & File Sharing vs File Transfer

The clearest difference is rating: Data Transfer & File Sharing at 3.4 against File Transfer's 1.0. Data Transfer & File Sharing also leads on ratings volume (48 vs 1). File Transfer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Data Transfer & File Sharing sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. File Transfer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Data Transfer & File Sharing holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Data Transfer & File Sharing has 48 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Data Transfer & File Sharing ships an update every 2 months, File Transfer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Data Transfer & File Sharing | File Transfer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.4 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/data-transfer-and-file-sharing/id1335525333/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-transfer-media-transfer/id1502143921/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **48** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 123 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [ammar malik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451341905) |

## What reviewers say

### Data Transfer & File Sharing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/data-transfer-and-file-sharing/id1335525333)

Easily transfer files, photos, music, videos, contacts, and documents between devices using Wi-Fi. This app facilitates quick and secure data sharing without needing an internet connection, supporting large file transfers.

**Highlights:** Transfer files via Wi-Fi, Share photos, music, and videos, Copy contacts easily, Send documents, Supports large file transfers, No internet connection required for transfer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $17.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly_Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### File Transfer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-transfer-media-transfer/id1502143921)

Easily transfer files, photos, music, and videos between devices on the same Wi-Fi network. Supports large file transfers and multiple file selections for a seamless sharing experience.

**Highlights:** Wireless file transfer, Share photos, videos, music, and contacts, Large file transfer support, Multiple file selection, Easy device connectivity, Secure connection over local Wi-Fi

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Data Transfer & File Sharing free?

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

### Is File Transfer free?

File Transfer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Data Transfer & File Sharing or File Transfer?

Data Transfer & File Sharing is rated higher. Data Transfer & File Sharing averages 3.4 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while File Transfer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Data Transfer & File Sharing or File Transfer have ads?

Both Data Transfer & File Sharing and File Transfer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Data Transfer & File Sharing or File Transfer?

Data Transfer & File Sharing ships an update every 2 months, and File Transfer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Data Transfer & File Sharing was updated on October 3, 2026 and File Transfer on October 17, 2026.

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