Comparison

Arc vs SmartBridge Connect

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

Head to head
About

Arc

Instantly send large files to any device globally, across all platforms. Enjoy blazing-fast, ad-free wireless transfers without needing a shared Wi-Fi connection. Securely share photos, videos, documents, and more with an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Send to any phone, laptop, or PC
  • Wireless transfer over internet or Wi-Fi
  • Fast speeds up to 40 MB/s
  • Unlimited file size transfers
  • Secure and encrypted
  • Ad-free experience
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Transfer files instantly to any device, anywhere in the world. Send large files with just two taps — all with no ads. FEATURES: - Send to any phone, laptop, or PC. Supported on all platforms and devices. - Transfer wirelessly, whether you're on the same Wi-Fi or connecting over the internet. No need for a shared Wi-Fi — Arc adapts to your needs to copy data and send files. - Blazing fast speed of up to 40 MB/s (320 Mbps). - Send large files – there is no limit on the size of files you can send. Send photos, videos, music, documents, and more. - Need to send files to a friend? Just ask them to install Arc, put in their email, and you're good to go. - Safe, secure, and encrypted with industry-standard peer-to-peer DTLS encryption. - Beautiful UI, effortless UX. Enjoy an ad-free file transfer experience with no extra steps — just tap and send. Made in India! Get Arc for all your devices: https://arctransfer.co/download Support: Contact us at aneesh@arctransfer.co EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://arctransfer.co/privacy

About

SmartBridge Connect

Features
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This app works in combination with SmartBridge WiFi dongles for your smart meter and WiFi plugs to measure energy consumption on appliance level. Install your dongle or smart plug and follow the instructions in the app.

Screenshots

Arc3 screens
SmartBridge Connect3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartBridge Connect at none against Arc's 7. SmartBridge Connect also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price and device support 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. Arc sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SmartBridge Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Arc versus SmartBridge Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcSmartBridge Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (179 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings179 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAneesh HegdeNET2GRID BV

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Arc

Subscriptions1
  • Arc Pro$1.991 Month
One-time6
  • Bronze Donation$0.99
  • Silver Donation$1.99
  • Gold Donation$2.99
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  • Arc Plus$3.99
  • Platinum Donation$4.99
  • Arc Pro Lifetime$7.99
None

SmartBridge Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arc free?
Arc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartBridge Connect free?
SmartBridge Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Arc or SmartBridge Connect have ads?
Arc shows ads; SmartBridge Connect does not.

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