Comparison

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files vs Data Transfer

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

Head to head
About

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files

Easily move contacts, photos, and videos to a new phone without complex network setups. This cross-platform app ensures reliable transfers, allowing selection of specific files and offering no limits on size or quantity in its unlocked version.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform transfer
  • No complex network required
  • Reliable and resumable transfers
  • Select specific files
  • No file size or contact limits (unlocked)
  • Easy-to-use UI
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Whenever you buy a new mobile phone you will need to move your contacts and files to your new device, this task will be harder and if you do it manually especially if you have large number of contacts, photos, and videos. The only solution to save your time and accurately transfer your mobile phone content to the new phone is to use Transfer Contacts/Files app. Direct Transfer Contacts/Files is the easiest way to get all of your contacts, photos, and videos to the new mobile no matter if it's iPhone or another platform phone, this app is cross platform. The transfer is very easy. Why Direct Transfer Contacts/Files: - No complicated network or Wifi connection requirements - Reliable transfers that can be resumed later in case it was interrupted or failed - Gives you ability to transfer selected files only - No upper limit for files sizes or number of contacts for unlocked version - Optimized for ease of use and short self explaining UI In case of any issue please contact the Developer directly using "Contact Developer" on this page

About

Data Transfer

Easily transfer photos, videos, contacts, WhatsApp data, and files between phones, even across different operating systems and brands. Securely back up and restore your data, including iCloud backups, without using your mobile data.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform data transfer
  • WhatsApp chat migration
  • Backup and restore data
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • QR code connection
  • No data plan usage
Features
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Getting a new phone? Move everything that matters in just a few taps. MobileTrans makes switching phones simple, even across different operating systems. Securely move your photos, videos, contacts, files, apps, and WhatsApp chats to your new device without losing important data. Need more than phone-to-phone transfer? MobileTrans also helps you restore data from iCloud, create backups before switching, and move files between your phone and computer. With the new AI Transfer feature, MobileTrans can identify large files, old files, damaged files, and duplicate contacts before you switch phones, helping you decide what to move first. Everything You Need for Phone Transfer ● Phone Data Transfer Switch between different platforms and move your data to a new phone. MobileTrans supports all major data types, including photos, videos, WhatsApp data, audio files, contacts, music, documents, and more. MobileTrans helps you clone apps and move important data. ● WhatsApp Transfer Move your WhatsApp messages and chats to a new phone securely, including chat history, photos, videos, contacts, stickers, and other attachments. Keep your chat history intact and continue conversations seamlessly on your new device. ● AI Transfer Know what matters before you transfer. AI Transfer helps identify large files, old files, damaged files, and duplicate contacts on your phone. This makes phone switching more efficient and helps reduce clutter during migration. ● Backup & Restore Messages and Call History Create a secure backup of your messages and call history. Restore them anytime when switching phones, upgrading devices, or recovering important data. ● iCloud to New Device Sign in with your Apple ID and restore photos, videos, contacts, documents, and other important data from iCloud directly to your new device. Why Choose MobileTrans? ● Fast Phone Transfer Transfer up to 200× faster than Bluetooth. With an average speed of 30 MB/s, you can move a 1 GB video in about 30 seconds. ● No Mobile Data Required MobileTrans uses a direct local connection between devices, so your mobile data plan won't be used during the transfer. ● QR Code Connection Connect your old and new phones instantly by scanning a QR code. Enjoy a wireless connection with no cables, complicated setup, or computer required. Move data with a quick share experience while keeping security. ● High Privacy & Data Security Your data stays on your devices throughout the transfer process. MobileTrans does not store or upload your personal information, helping keep your data private and secure. Subscribe to get unlimited access to all features: - Phone Transfer - File Transfer - Photo Transfer - WhatsApp Transfer - Contact & App Transfer - iCloud Transfer - Phone-to-PC Transfer Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or turn off auto-renew in Account Settings anytime after purchase. About the Developer-Wondershare With more than one million users in more than 120 countries and regions around the world, Wondershare is a company dedicated to creative software. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact: customer_service@wondershare.com

Screenshots

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files4 screens
Data Transfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files and Data Transfer both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of Direct Transfer Contacts/Files's written reviews are positive against 19% of Data Transfer's. Direct Transfer Contacts/Files also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Data Transfer's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 35). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Direct Transfer Contacts/Files sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Data Transfer sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for Direct Transfer Contacts/Files against 3.9 for Data Transfer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Data Transfer has 1.1K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Direct Transfer Contacts/Files's written reviews are positive against 19% of Data Transfer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 7, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Direct Transfer Contacts/Files versus Data Transfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirect Transfer Contacts/FilesData Transfer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (35 ratings)3.9 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better18.9% of reviews
Number of ratings351.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCyberValue LLCWondershare Technology (Hunan) Co.,Ltd.

Customer experience

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files

All ratings35 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative22.9%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Data Transfer

All ratings1,115 ratings
Positive73.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative23.9%
Written reviews756 reviews
Positive18.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative78.6%

Bugs and requests

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Data Transfer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to transfer data
  • Subscription issues
  • Compatibility problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Transfer SMS messages
  • Transfer WhatsApp data
  • More transparent pricing
  • Improve customer support

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Direct Transfer Contacts/Files

One-time3
  • Unlock Unlimited Contacts$1.99
  • Unlock Unlimited Files$2.99
  • Unlock Unlimited All$3.99
16 purchases

Data Transfer

Subscriptions15
  • 1 Year Subscription$2.991 Year
  • 1 Quarter Subscription$5.993 Months
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$6.997 Days
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  • Phone to Phone Subscription$7.993 Months
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$9.993 Months
  • 1 Month Subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$10.991 Month
  • 1 Year Subscription$11.991 Year
  • WhatApp Tranfer Subscription$14.991 Month
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$15.991 Year
  • Full Feature Subscription$18.997 Days
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$19.991 Year
  • WhatApp Tranfer Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Full Feature$24.991 Month
  • Phone to Phone + WhatsApp$36.991 Year
One-time1
  • Mobiletrans lifetime license$2.99

Questions

Is Direct Transfer Contacts/Files free?
Direct Transfer Contacts/Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Data Transfer free?
Data Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Direct Transfer Contacts/Files or Data Transfer?
Data Transfer is rated higher. Direct Transfer Contacts/Files averages 3.9 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while Data Transfer averages 3.9 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Direct Transfer Contacts/Files or Data Transfer have ads?
Neither Direct Transfer Contacts/Files nor Data Transfer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Direct Transfer Contacts/Files or Data Transfer?
Direct Transfer Contacts/Files ships an update every 3 weeks, and Data Transfer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Direct Transfer Contacts/Files was updated on July 7, 2026 and Data Transfer on September 25, 2026.

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