Comparison

X File Manager vs Smart Printer App

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

Head to head
About

X File Manager

Manage your files, photos, videos, and documents with a powerful and intuitive interface. Organize, protect, and share your data easily with features like passcode protection, compression, and cloud integration.

Highlights
  • Smart file organization
  • Passcode and folder protection
  • File compression (ZIP)
  • Built-in web browser and downloader
  • Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, Dropbox)
  • Document scanner
  • Light and dark themes
Features
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X File Manager provide better capabilities of File Explorer, Video Management, Photo Management, Document Management. ◉ SMART FILE MANAGER Not just a File Manager, to help you manage your files more efficiently, also variety of powerful editing, compressing and security features, you can create folders, protect folders with passcodes and zip large folders for easy transfer. Create separate folders for photos, videos, notes, documents, or work files. Everything is easy with the app’s super-intuitive interface and neat design. ◉ POWERFUL VIEWER Designed with convenience in mind, X File Manager supports a wide range of the most popular file formats, including mp4, mov, jpeg, png, pdf, docx, rtf, zip and more... Meaning you can view photos, videos, documents, notes and more! ◉ SIMPLE FILE SHARING With numerous file-sharing options, the sharing of documents is super-easy. Share via external apps, or do a wi-fi or iTunes transfer, or also upload your files on the Cloud and share them via a link. The sharing of files and folders has never been this easy! ◉ SUPPORTED FILE FORMAT ▸ Photos & Video (HEIC, JPEG, PNG, MOV, MP4...) ▸ Read-Only Documents (PDF, DOC(x), XLS(x), RTF...) ▸ Compress (RAR, ZIP & Password ZIP) ▸ And much more… ◉ SHARE CAPACITY ▸ Wifi-Transfer ▸ iTune (via Cable) ▸ External App Share ◉ BUILT-IN BROWSER ▸ Simple and easy to use, no learning curve required ▸ Private Tab and Multiple tab support ▸ Powerful Photo Downloader, PDF Downloader, Zip/RAR Downloader, Video Downloader to help download video, photo, archive easily. ◉ KEY FEATURES ▸ Document Scanner ▸ Passcode Protection ▸ File & Folder Editing (Copy/Cut/Paste/Delete…) ▸ (Secure) Compress (ZIP) ▸ Specific Folder Lock ▸ Built-In Web Browser & Downloader ▸ Google Drive & DropBox Support ▸ Dual Theme (Light & Dark) X File Manager app is a must-have for any modern individuals handling different kinds of data on their iOS devices. Download now for free and let us know about any bugs, questions, feature requests or any other suggestions.

About

Smart Printer App

Features
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Printer & Scanner App is designed to make your daily printing and document management tasks effortless. Whether you need to print important documents, school assignments, office files, or cherished photos, this app provides a reliable and easy way to connect your mobile device to a physical printer using Wi-Fi. In addition, the app also functions as a powerful scanner, turning your smartphone into a portable scanning device whenever you need it. With Printer & Scanner App, you no longer need a computer or complicated setup to print or scan documents. Everything can be done directly from your phone, saving you time and effort. The app is suitable for home users, students, teachers, small businesses, and office professionals who want a smooth and efficient printing experience. Features include: Wireless Wi-Fi printer connection Print documents, photos, and files Built-in document scanner High-quality scans Easy setup and clean interface https://elgolearninglimited.com/privacy-policy/ https://elgolearninglimited.com/term-of-use/

Screenshots

X File Manager4 screens
Smart Printer App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Smart Printer App at none against X File Manager's shown. X File Manager's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. X File Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart Printer App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

X File Manager ships an update fortnightly, Smart Printer App every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
X File Manager versus Smart Printer App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterX File ManagerSmart Printer App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (89 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings89 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB12 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNguyen LuongELGO LEARNING LIMITED

In-app purchases

1 purchases

X File Manager

One-time1
  • X-File (Ultimate Upgrade)$4.99
4 purchases

Smart Printer App

Subscriptions3
  • Smart Printer & Scanner App$5.997 Days
  • Smart Printer & Scanner App3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Smart Printer & Scanner App$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Smart Printer & Scanner App$49.99

Questions

Is X File Manager free?
X File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Printer App free?
Smart Printer App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do X File Manager or Smart Printer App have ads?
X File Manager shows ads; Smart Printer App does not.
Which is updated more often, X File Manager or Smart Printer App?
X File Manager ships an update fortnightly, and Smart Printer App every 6 weeks. Most recently, X File Manager was updated on August 29, 2026 and Smart Printer App on September 18, 2026.

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