Comparison

LocalSend vs ShareMe

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

Head to head
About

LocalSend

Securely share files offline and without the internet. This app offers fast, encrypted peer-to-peer transfers across multiple platforms, ensuring privacy and data integrity. Ideal for professionals and teams needing reliable, secure file sharing in sensitive environments.

Highlights
  • Offline file transfer over Wi-Fi/LAN
  • End-to-end TLS encryption
  • Cross-platform compatibility (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • No internet required
  • No tracking or data collection
  • Open-source and transparent
Features
Currently charting
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LocalSend is a secure, offline-first file transfer solution, purpose-built for professionals, teams, and organizations operating in high-trust, security-critical environments. With over 8 million downloads globally, LocalSend enables fast, encrypted peer-to-peer file sharing — without the cloud, without internet access, and without surveillance. Fully offline operation – transfer files over local Wi-Fi or LAN, no internet required End-to-end TLS encryption – full confidentiality and integrity of your data Cross-platform compatibility – available on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux No tracking, no data collection, no ads Open-source & fully transparent – trusted worldwide in defense, critical infrastructure, and secure enterprise environments Designed for use cases where control, privacy, and operational integrity are non-negotiable. Ideal for deployment in corporate networks, mobile field units, temporary infrastructures, and air-gapped or connectivity-constrained environments.

About

ShareMe

Easily transfer photos, videos, music, contacts, and any file type at lightning speed. Enjoy secure, cross-platform sharing with an intuitive interface and real-time progress tracking. Customize your transfer experience for seamless file exchange.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast file transfers
  • Secure encryption
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Customizable transfer settings
  • Real-time progress tracking
Features
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Welcome to ShareMe Fast File Sharing App which is your ultimate solution for lightning-fast and secure file transfers. Whether it's photos, videos, music, contacts, or any other type of file, ShareMe ensures your data arrives at its destination in the blink of an eye. With robust encryption and cutting-edge technology, your files are safeguarded throughout the entire transfer process. Experience the convenience of cross-platform compatibility, allowing you to seamlessly share photos, videos, music, contacts, and files across various devices and operating systems. Our intuitive user interface makes file sharing a breeze for users of all levels, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience every time. Customize your transfer settings to suit your preferences with our personalization options, giving you control over how your photos, videos, music, contacts, and files are sent and received. Monitor your transfers in real-time with our real-time progress tracking, providing peace of mind and assurance that your files are successfully delivered. Key Features: - Lightning-fast transfer of photos, videos, music, contacts, and files - Secure encryption for protected sharing - Cross-platform compatibility for universal file exchange - Intuitive user interface for effortless navigation - Customizable settings for personalized transfer experiences - Real-time progress tracking for peace of mind Download ShareMe now and discover the power of instant file sharing, secure data transfer, and effortless file exchange for photos, videos, music, contacts, and files. Join the millions of users worldwide who have embraced ShareMe as their preferred file transfer solution. For an uninterrupted experience, consider subscribing to access all app features without ads through an auto-renewing subscription available on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis. Manage your subscription settings and turn off auto-renewal within your iTunes Account Settings after purchase, ensuring flexibility and control over your subscription. Current subscription may not be canceled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy at: Link to Privacy Policy: https://sbapps001.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html Link to Terms of use: https://sbapps001.blogspot.com/p/terms-conditions.html

Screenshots

LocalSend4 screens
ShareMe4 screens

Verdict

The call

LocalSend and ShareMe both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of LocalSend's written reviews are positive against 16% of ShareMe's. LocalSend also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#99 vs unranked). ShareMe's advantage is ratings volume (2.5K vs 661). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. LocalSend sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and ShareMe sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. 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 — 4.5 for LocalSend against 4.4 for ShareMe. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 661 and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of LocalSend's written reviews are positive against 16% of ShareMe's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LocalSend ships an update every 11 days, ShareMe every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
LocalSend versus ShareMe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLocalSendShareMe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (661 ratings) — better4.4 (2.5K ratings)
Positive reviews81.6% of reviews — better15.9% of reviews
Number of ratings6612.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#99 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTien Do NamSiddharth bhadani

Customer experience

LocalSend

All ratings661 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews629 reviews
Positive81.6%
Neutral5.1%
Negative13.4%

ShareMe

All ratings2,454 ratings
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative9.9%
Written reviews138 reviews
Positive15.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative82.6%

Bugs and requests

LocalSend

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after device hibernation
  • Transferred files not appearing in device gallery
  • Inability to delete transferred files from app
  • Compatibility issues with certain OS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a 'select all' option for media files
  • Improve file organization and management
  • Implement background/automatic file transfer
  • Add support for wired file transfers

ShareMe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

LocalSend

One-time4
  • LocalSend Donation$5.00
  • LocalSend Donation$10.00
  • LocalSend Donation$20.00
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  • LocalSend Donation$50.00
1 purchases

ShareMe

Subscriptions1
  • Dropit - File Transfer$2.997 Days

Questions

Is LocalSend free?
LocalSend is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShareMe free?
ShareMe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LocalSend or ShareMe?
LocalSend is rated higher. LocalSend averages 4.5 out of 5 from 661 ratings, while ShareMe averages 4.4 from 2.5K ratings.
Do LocalSend or ShareMe have ads?
ShareMe shows ads; LocalSend does not.
Which is updated more often, LocalSend or ShareMe?
LocalSend ships an update every 11 days, and ShareMe every 10 days. Most recently, LocalSend was updated on September 24, 2026 and ShareMe on September 24, 2026.

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