Comparison

File Manager Document Explorer vs Transfer File Pro

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

Transfer File Pro

Features
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Transfer File Pro is the fastest way to share files and photos from your iPhone. Pick any files, upload them, and get a link you can send to anyone — they just tap the link and download right in their browser. No account, and no app required for the people you share with. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Share in seconds — select photos or files and get a ready-to-send link • No app needed for recipients — they download straight in the browser • Password protection — keep sensitive files private • Set an expiry — links can auto-expire after 1 hour, 1 day, 7 days, 30 days, or never • Track downloads — see how many times your files were downloaded • Stay organized — manage received shares and downloads in one place • Available in 10 languages FREE • Up to 3 files per share • 50 MB per file • 1-day link validity PREMIUM • Up to 20 files per share • 200 MB per file • Password-protect any share • Flexible expiry: 1h / 1d / 7d / 30d / forever SUBSCRIPTION Transfer File Pro offers Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly auto-renewable subscriptions that unlock all Premium features. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.noody.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.noody.org/terms

Screenshots

File Manager Document Explorer4 screens
Transfer File Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Transfer File Pro at every 2 weeks against File Manager Document Explorer's every 3 months. File Manager Document Explorer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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 Transfer File Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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, Transfer File Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
File Manager Document Explorer versus Transfer File Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile Manager Document ExplorerTransfer File Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer颖欣 李志雄 陈

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

Transfer File Pro

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$59.991 Year

Questions

Is File Manager Document Explorer free?
File Manager Document Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Transfer File Pro free?
Transfer File Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do File Manager Document Explorer or Transfer File Pro have ads?
Both File Manager Document Explorer and Transfer File Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, File Manager Document Explorer or Transfer File Pro?
File Manager Document Explorer ships an update every 3 months, and Transfer File Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, File Manager Document Explorer was updated on October 13, 2026 and Transfer File Pro on October 11, 2026.

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