# FileBrowserGO vs Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

The clearest difference is rating: FileBrowserGO at 4.4 against Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's 3.2. FileBrowserGO also leads on ratings volume (700 vs 14). Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 46%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FileBrowserGO sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Documents Reader and File Manager Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FileBrowserGO holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileBrowserGO has 700 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of FileBrowserGO's written reviews are positive against 68% of Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

FileBrowserGO ships an update monthly, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FileBrowserGO | Documents Reader and File Manager Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (700 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filebrowsergo-file-manager/id335493278/reviews)** | [3.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-and-file-manager-pro/id355253462/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **700** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 46.5% of reviews | **67.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stratospherix Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/323133606) | [ColorfulPhone](https://appshunter.io/developer/355253465) |

## What reviewers say

### FileBrowserGO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filebrowsergo-file-manager/id335493278)

Access and manage files across your computers, network drives, and cloud storage from your iOS device. Organize, edit, and share files with features like multi-tabbed browsing, in-place editing, and media streaming.

**Highlights:** Connect to computers, NAS, and cloud storage, Multi-tabbed browsing and split-screen support, Edit files in-place from network locations, Stream media with AirPlay and Chromecast, View and annotate PDFs and images, Automatic folder syncing and backup, Create custom file operation tasks

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| 6 Monthly | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient file management
- 🔒 Secure access to network drives
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🚀 Seamless integration with cloud storage
- 👍 Helpful and responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-based model
- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with certain file types
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🐛 Buggy behavior after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections from network drives
- Inability to access certain folders on network shares
- Thumbnails not loading for some file types
- Crashes when trying to open large files

**Requested features**

- Ability to move and copy multiple files at once
- Improved photo and video browsing experience
- Support for more video and audio codecs
- Integration with iOS Files app
- Automatic file upload/sync to cloud storage


### Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-and-file-manager-pro/id355253462)

Manage and view all your files on your iPhone with this comprehensive file manager. Transfer files wirelessly via WiFi, USB, or cloud services, and access network locations. Includes built-in readers and players for various document and media types.

**Highlights:** Multiple file transfer methods (WiFi, USB, cloud), Network places access, Built-in media and document readers/players, Folder password protection, Batch file operations, Wireless batch uploads

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dropbox | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as described
- 🚀 Easy file transfer
- 💡 Useful for storing and accessing files on the go

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💸 Aggressive upselling to paid version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on iOS 10
- Unable to connect to SMB networks
- Inconsistent file management functionality

**Requested features**

- Add support for more file types
- Improve network connectivity and stability
- Implement better security and password protection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FileBrowserGO free?

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

### Is Documents Reader and File Manager Pro free?

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FileBrowserGO or Documents Reader and File Manager Pro?

FileBrowserGO is rated higher. FileBrowserGO averages 4.4 out of 5 from 700 ratings, while Documents Reader and File Manager Pro averages 3.2 from 14 ratings.

### Do FileBrowserGO or Documents Reader and File Manager Pro have ads?

Neither FileBrowserGO nor Documents Reader and File Manager Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FileBrowserGO or Documents Reader and File Manager Pro?

FileBrowserGO ships an update monthly, and Documents Reader and File Manager Pro every 2 months. Most recently, FileBrowserGO was updated on October 13, 2026 and Documents Reader and File Manager Pro on October 12, 2026.

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