# Remote Media Manager vs File Manager

Remote Media Manager and File Manager both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Remote Media Manager's written reviews are positive against 17% of File Manager's. Remote Media Manager also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote Media Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and File Manager sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Remote Media Manager against 4.2 for File Manager. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 55 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Remote Media Manager's written reviews are positive against 17% of File Manager's.

Remote Media Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, File Manager monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote Media Manager | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-media-manager/id1400145903/reviews) | **[4.2 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-documents-viewer/id1630811049/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **57** | 55 |
| Positive reviews | **65.6% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Macsoftex](https://appshunter.io/developer/881813280) | [Sunshine Software Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788219451) |

## What reviewers say

### Remote Media Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-media-manager/id1400145903)

This app acts as a versatile file browser and viewer for iOS devices. It allows you to stream, manage, copy, and move files between various network devices and cloud storage services without needing additional software. Enjoy playing video and audio files directly from their original location.

**Highlights:** Stream video and audio without conversion, Connect to NAS, computers, and cloud storage, Wireless file transfer, Supports multiple video formats, Stream to Apple TV and Chromecast, Access media from iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-documents-viewer/id1630811049)

Manage and organize all your local and cloud-stored files with this comprehensive utility. Access documents, media, and recordings, and secure your data with biometric protection. Offers robust file manipulation and cloud integration.

**Highlights:** Multiple cloud service integration, PDF reader and image viewer, Audio recorder and rich text editor, Uncompression tool for Zip, Rar, 7z, Biometric file protection (Touch ID/Face ID), Offline file access, URL downloader

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Days Free Trial Weekly VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| 7 Day Free Then Get Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual VIP | $49.99 | per year |
| Get Premium One Time Purchase | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote Media Manager free?

Remote Media Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is File Manager free?

File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remote Media Manager or File Manager?

File Manager is rated higher. Remote Media Manager averages 4.1 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.2 from 55 ratings.

### Do Remote Media Manager or File Manager have ads?

Neither Remote Media Manager nor File Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remote Media Manager or File Manager?

Remote Media Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, and File Manager monthly. Most recently, Remote Media Manager was updated on October 18, 2026 and File Manager on October 13, 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.*