Comparison

File Manager Document Explorer vs CamScan

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

Head to head
About

File Manager Document Explorer

Browse, manage, and protect your files and documents on your iPhone or iPad. Organize files into folders, edit various document types, and secure your private data with a password. Supports a wide range of file formats and video playback.

Highlights
  • File and document browsing
  • Private file locking and management
  • Edit and organize files in folders
  • Extract zip archives (rar & 7z)
  • Support for 100+ document formats
  • Password protection for files
  • Import files via Wi-Fi and iTunes
Features
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File Manager browse files and documents on your iPhone, iPod or iPad like on your computer. No limits on storage, All features are free! * File Manager You can lock and manage your private file, photos, videos, text messages, voice recordings, notes, documents and other files very easily! Edit files, organize files in folders. Extract zip archives(rar & 7z). Work with doc xls pdf ppt txt html rtf and 100+ formats. Manage your files and create folders. Zip/ unzip, color tag, rename, etc. Protect everything with a Password. Import files from your computer any nearby devices any your iPhone Camera Roll. View Office files & PDF and more files. You can now play all kinds of video files rm rmve avi mp4 flv 3gp mov and more Camera Roll & WI-FI and iTunes file sharing support. This File Manager is a must have app for your iPhone and iPad! 【Pro Subscription】 - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. To cancel your subscription, you can go to your iPhone/iPad/iPod's Settings> [your name] > iTunes & App Store, tap your Apple ID, tap View Apple ID, tap Subscriptions, click on 'Cancel Subsciption' for the app. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy statement:http://appmoon.lofter.com/post/1f94ec48_12c8fd044 Terms of use:https://appmoon.lofter.com/post/1f94ec48_2b4df2125

About

CamScan

Features
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CamScan turns your iOS device into a portable document scanner. Quickly capture documents using your camera, manually crop for perfection, and save your scans as high-quality files. Easily export and share your PDFs with just a tap. CamScan Premium Subscription Information: Joining the CamScan Premium Subscription enables a 7-day free trial followed by a monthly membership fee. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy : https://appstack.wixsite.com/apps/policies Terms of Service : https://appstack.wixsite.com/apps/terms

Screenshots

File Manager Document Explorer4 screens
CamScan3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CamScan at none against File Manager Document Explorer's shown. CamScan also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). File Manager Document Explorer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases 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. File Manager Document Explorer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and CamScan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager Document Explorer ships an update every 3 months, CamScan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and February 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
File Manager Document Explorer versus CamScan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile Manager Document ExplorerCamScan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer颖欣 李APPSTACK LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

File Manager Document Explorer

Subscriptions1
  • Pro3 Days trial$1.491 Month
One-time1
  • Folder Manager Pro$1.99
3 purchases

CamScan

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly7 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is File Manager Document Explorer free?
File Manager Document Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CamScan free?
CamScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do File Manager Document Explorer or CamScan have ads?
File Manager Document Explorer shows ads; CamScan does not.
Which is updated more often, File Manager Document Explorer or CamScan?
File Manager Document Explorer ships an update every 3 months, and CamScan every 5 days. Most recently, File Manager Document Explorer was updated on September 19, 2026 and CamScan on February 27, 2026.

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