S3 Explorer vs S3 Client & Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
S3 Explorer
Access and manage your AWS S3 cloud storage directly from your device. Stream compatible media files without needing to download them first. Preview and share files and images securely, leveraging Amazon's certified security.
- Browse AWS S3 cloud storage
- Stream compatible media files
- Preview and share files
- Amazon certified security
- Supports multiple devices
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Browse, play, and manage your Amazon S3 storage with ease — right from your device. S3 Explorer gives you simple, secure access to your AWS S3 buckets. Stream compatible media files instantly without downloading them, preview images and documents, upload files, create folders, and share content in just a few taps. Key Features Browse your Amazon S3 buckets and folders Play compatible media files directly from the cloud (no downloads required) Preview and share images and files Upload files and create new folders Amazon-certified security for peace of mind Whether you’re organizing files, reviewing media on the go, or managing cloud storage, S3 Explorer keeps everything straightforward and secure. Download S3 Explorer and take control of your Amazon S3 storage today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
S3 Client & Browser
Manage cloud storage from your iPhone. Connect to various S3-compatible services to browse, preview, upload, download, and share files securely. Offers robust file management and private key handling.
- Connect to S3, R2, B2, Wasabi, and more
- Browse, preview, and manage files
- Upload and download files of any size
- Share files with time-limited links
- Securely store access keys
- Private by design, no tracking
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S3 Browser is a fast, simple way to manage your cloud storage on iPhone. Connect to Amazon S3 or any S3-compatible service, then browse, preview, upload and share files from wherever you are. WORKS WITH YOUR STORAGE • Amazon Web Services (S3) • Cloudflare R2 • Backblaze B2 • Wasabi • DigitalOcean Spaces • Linode Object Storage • MinIO and other self-hosted storage • Any custom S3-compatible endpoint Paste an endpoint or bucket URL and the bucket and region fill in for you. Buckets in other AWS regions or R2 jurisdictions are found automatically. If something doesn’t look right, such as swapped keys, a dashboard URL instead of an endpoint, or an API token instead of access keys, the app points it out before you connect. BROWSE AND PREVIEW • Move through buckets and folders quickly, even very large ones • View photos full screen and preview documents with Quick Look • Sort and filter any folder • See file details such as size, type, storage class and last modified date • Bookmark the buckets and folders you use most UPLOAD AND DOWNLOAD • Upload files of any size, up to the 5 TB S3 limit • Large files go up in parts and recover from network hiccups automatically • Downloads stream straight to disk with live progress • A transfer queue shows everything in progress. Cancel, retry or save any transfer • Transfers keep going when you switch apps, with progress in a Live Activity SHARE FILES AND FOLDERS • Send a time-limited link straight to any file • Choose Direct Download so the file saves instead of opening in the browser • Share a whole folder, or a single file, as a clean download page anyone can open • Links are signed on your device, and pages expire with their links MANAGE FILES • Create, rename, duplicate and delete files and whole folders • Bookmarks follow files and folders you rename • Copy a file’s key or S3 URI • Restore archived Glacier and Deep Archive files KEYS THAT FIT YOUR SETUP • Add as many accounts as you need • Use keys limited to specific buckets, such as Cloudflare R2 API tokens • Read-only keys work too. The app hides actions they can’t use, so you can browse and download safely • Clear explanations when keys, endpoints or buckets don’t work, so you know what to fix PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Your keys are stored securely in the iOS Keychain and never leave your device • The app talks directly to your storage provider. No account, no tracking • Download pages are optional. They hold only the signed links you choose to share, never your keys • Small and fast, with no third-party code Privacy Policy: https://nufrnd.com/privacy-policy?app=s3-browser Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: S3 Client & Browser at 100% against S3 Explorer's 25%. S3 Client & Browser also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. S3 Explorer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per month. S3 Client & Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.
S3 Explorer ships an update every 8 months, S3 Client & Browser every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | S3 Explorer | S3 Client & Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jose Leal | NuFrnd AI Limited |
Customer experience
S3 Explorer
S3 Client & Browser
In-app purchases
S3 Explorer
- All Access1 Month trial$6.991 Month
S3 Client & Browser
No in-app purchases
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