Comparison

Data Transfer vs Copy My Data

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

Head to head
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

About

Copy My Data

Easily copy and transfer files between devices with an intuitive interface. Securely back up contacts, organize favorite media, and personalize your device with updated wallpapers. Offers flexible subscription plans for full access.

Highlights
  • Effortless file transfers between devices
  • Access files from Photos and Files apps
  • Favorite media collection for easy access
  • Backup and copy contacts
  • Regularly updated wallpaper collection
Features
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Copy My Data is a simple all-in-one tool for iPhone and iPad to move and manage your personal data. Send files to your device over Wi‑Fi, import photos and documents, and export contacts — all processed locally on your device with no account required. Main features: • Transfer Data — receive files from another device on the same Wi‑Fi via QR code or local URL • Copy My Data — import and manage photos, videos, and documents locally • Backup Contacts — export your address book as VCF or CSV FREE You can install the app, view the Home screen, and use Settings (share, support, privacy policy) without purchase. PRO — IN-APP PURCHASE REQUIRED This app requires an In-App Purchase to use its main features. Purchases unlock Pro access — they do not add cloud storage or online content. One Pro purchase unlocks all three features above. Plans: Weekly, Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime (one-time). Restore Purchases is supported on the same Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Settings. Refunds are handled by Apple: https://reportaproblem.apple.com No account sign-in. No ads. No developer server required for core features. Wi‑Fi transfer needs both devices on the same network. Privacy: https://sites.google.com/view/copy-my-data-privacy Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/copy-my-data-terms Support: https://sites.google.com/view/copy-my-data-contact

Screenshots

Data Transfer4 screens
Copy My Data4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Data Transfer at every 3 weeks against Copy My Data's every 11 months. Data Transfer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Copy My Data's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.9). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Data Transfer sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Copy My Data sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Copy My Data holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Data Transfer's written reviews are positive against 25% of Copy My Data's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Data Transfer ships an update every 3 weeks, Copy My Data every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Data Transfer versus Copy My Data: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterData TransferCopy My Data
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (1.1K ratings)4.2 (2.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews18.9% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K2.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWondershare Technology (Hunan) Co.,Ltd.Herbert Lederer

Customer experience

Data Transfer

All ratings1,106 ratings
Positive73.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative23.9%
Written reviews755 reviews
Positive18.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative78.5%

Copy My Data

All ratings2,558 ratings
Positive79.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative16.5%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and 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

Copy My Data

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Data Transfer

Subscriptions15
  • 1 Year Subscription$2.991 Year
  • 1 Quarter Subscription$5.993 Months
  • Phone to Phone Subscription$6.997 Days
Show 12 more
  • 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
8 purchases

Copy My Data

Subscriptions3
  • One Week$4.997 Days
  • One Month$8.991 Month
  • One Year$17.991 Year
One-time5
  • Week package$4.99
  • Month package$8.99
  • Year package$12.99
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  • Lifetime package$19.99
  • Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Data Transfer free?
Data Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Copy My Data free?
Copy My Data is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Data Transfer or Copy My Data?
Copy My Data is rated higher. Data Transfer averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Copy My Data averages 4.2 from 2.6K ratings.
Do Data Transfer or Copy My Data have ads?
Neither Data Transfer nor Copy My Data shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Data Transfer or Copy My Data?
Data Transfer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Copy My Data every 11 months. Most recently, Data Transfer was updated on September 22, 2026 and Copy My Data on September 24, 2026.

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