Backblaze B2 Explorer vs Smart
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Backblaze B2 Explorer
Browse and manage your Backblaze B2 cloud storage. Stream compatible media files directly from the cloud and access S3 compatible buckets. Share files and preview them with Apple-certified security.
- Browse Backblaze B2 cloud storage
- Stream compatible media files
- Access S3 compatible buckets
- Share and preview files
- Apple certified security
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Discover the fastest, most secure way to access your cloud storage on iPhone and iPad. Browse, stream, and manage your Backblaze B2 and S3-compatible buckets with a beautifully designed native app built for speed and simplicity. Whether you’re checking files on the go, streaming media directly from the cloud, or sharing content with colleagues, this app puts your entire cloud storage at your fingertips—without the clutter. Key Features • Seamless Backblaze B2 Browser Navigate your B2 buckets with a clean, intuitive interface. Browse folders, search files, and organize your cloud storage just like a local file manager. • Instant Cloud Media Playback Stream videos, music, and compatible media files directly from Backblaze B2 or any S3-compatible storage—no waiting for downloads. Enjoy smooth playback of your favorite content wherever you are. • Full S3-Compatible Access Connect to any S3-compatible bucket in seconds. Manage files across multiple providers with the same fast, reliable experience. • Quick Preview & Share Actions Preview documents, images, and media instantly. Share files with one tap using native iOS share sheets—perfect for collaboration and on-the-go productivity. • Apple-Certified Security Your data stays private. Built with Apple’s highest security standards, including secure authentication and encrypted connections, so you can access your cloud storage with complete peace of mind. Why users love it Stop switching between browser tabs and desktop apps. This is the dedicated cloud storage companion for Backblaze B2 and S3 users who want speed, simplicity, and rock-solid security on iOS. Perfect for creators, remote workers, developers, and anyone who relies on cloud storage every day. Download now and take control of your Backblaze B2 and S3 storage—anytime, anywhere. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Smart
This enterprise tool facilitates employee task management, customer relationship management, and sales, purchasing, warehouse, and accounting operations. It integrates with a desktop POS system and supports multiple business logins.
- Task management with chat integration
- Customer relationship management via Zalo OA
- Sales and purchasing order support
- Inventory checking and reporting
- Accounting voucher creation
- Multiple server login support
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The application is developed by ProBox JSC. Copyright ProBox JSC 2017 Smart-BOT is the back-end application of ProBox One software, used for employees of enterprises when deploying ProBox One software. Typical modules: - Task: Employees can exchange work via the Task module, each job that needs to be processed will be created a corresponding task, everyone can track the status of the task to know the work situation. The Task module is built on the Chat platform to exchange natural information such as text, images, videos, etc. In addition, it is also integrated to process related documents such as quotations, order forms, etc. - CRM: Customer care module, supporting interaction with customers via Zalo OA - Commercial POS: Additional support for the POS interface on the desktop, helping to quickly process bulky goods that cannot be scanned by POS desktop and daily revenue report charts. - Sales: Sales module, supports quotation, viewing selling price and chart showing sales activities. - Purchase: Purchasing module, supports creating purchase orders, analyzing import prices and Purchasing charts - Warehouse: Warehouse module, supports inventory checking through scanning traceability codes, inventory reports, checking goods in queue and issuing order requests. - Accounting: Accounting module, supports creating receipts, payment vouchers and charts reporting the overall business activities of the enterprise. - Admin Product: Product information management module, supports quickly creating product information. * Note: The modules on Smart-BOT only support processing part of the operations of ProBox One software. The app also supports logging into multiple servers to support individuals working simultaneously at multiple businesses using ProBox One software.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Smart at 5.0 against Backblaze B2 Explorer's 2.7. Smart also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.5). Backblaze B2 Explorer's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Smart holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Backblaze B2 Explorer | Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.5 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jose Leal | Lam Hoang Anh |
Customer experience
Backblaze B2 Explorer
Smart
In-app purchases
Backblaze B2 Explorer
No in-app purchases
Smart
No in-app purchases









