# iPrivateBrowser vs Files

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Files at 88% against iPrivateBrowser's 31%. Files also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (242 vs 14). iPrivateBrowser's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPrivateBrowser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Files sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Files holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files has 242 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of iPrivateBrowser's written reviews are positive against 88% of Files's.

iPrivateBrowser ships an update every 3 weeks, Files every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPrivateBrowser | Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iprivatebrowser/id314281847/reviews) | **[4.4 (242 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files/id669786908/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **242** |
| Positive reviews | 31.4% of reviews | **88.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **5.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shmoopi LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/314281850) | [Savy Soda Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/295726257) |

## What reviewers say

### iPrivateBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iprivatebrowser/id314281847)

A privacy-focused web browser offering anonymous browsing through Tor integration, ad blocking, and HTTPS-only connections. It features automatic data clearing and app lock for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** Tor network integration for anonymity, Built-in ad and tracker blocking, HTTPS-Only mode for secure connections, Automatic data clearing on exit, PIN and biometric app lock, Access to .onion hidden services

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| pro version | $0.99 | one-time |


### Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files/id669786908)

Manage all your documents, spreadsheets, and media on your iPhone and iPad. This app facilitates downloading, storing, editing, and transferring files across devices and cloud services. It offers seamless integration with other iOS apps for enhanced productivity.

**Highlights:** Download, store, edit, create, and transfer files, Cloud synchronization with iCloud, Support for Dropbox, Google Drive, FTP, and Wi-Fi transfer, Integrated website downloader for videos and music, Seamless integration with other iOS apps, Organize media into folders, Create documents for email and web attachments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Large Spreadsheets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Security | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and intuitive user interface
- 🚀 Fast and efficient file management
- 💾 Reliable file storage and organization
- 🔗 Seamless cloud service integration (Google Drive, Dropbox, Box)
- 📤 Simple file sharing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Outdated iOS compatibility issues
- 🐛 Random document deletion glitch
- ❌ Non-functional Google Drive sync
- 🔴 App crashes on some occasions
- 📵 Files not displaying properly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when launched on certain iOS versions
- Random deletion of documents without user action
- Google Drive sync fails with 'Access denied' error
- Files not displaying or downloading
- Blank screen when downloading Google Docs

**Requested features**

- iOS 11 and above compatibility update
- iPad 1 iOS 5.1.1 support
- Document signing capability
- Audio and video downloader functionality
- Music playback while using other apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPrivateBrowser free?

iPrivateBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Files free?

Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iPrivateBrowser or Files?

Files is rated higher. iPrivateBrowser averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Files averages 4.4 from 242 ratings.

### Do iPrivateBrowser or Files have ads?

Neither iPrivateBrowser nor Files shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPrivateBrowser or Files?

iPrivateBrowser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Files every 3 months. Most recently, iPrivateBrowser was updated on November 1, 2026 and Files on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*