# Files vs Documents Reader+files browser

The clearest difference is rating: Files at 4.7 against Documents Reader+files browser's 3.1. Files also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (12K vs 28). Documents Reader+files browser's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Files sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Documents Reader+files browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Files holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files has 12K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Files's written reviews are positive against 46% of Documents Reader+files browser's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Files | Documents Reader+files browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-file-manager-and-browser/id349275540/reviews)** | [3.1 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-plus-files-browser/id1074662118/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | **55.3% of reviews** | 46.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hian Zin Jong](https://appshunter.io/developer/298442756) | [Attribute](https://appshunter.io/developer/1413734661) |

## What reviewers say

### Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-file-manager-and-browser/id349275540)

This app provides a web browser to save documents for offline viewing on your device. It includes a robust file manager with viewers for various document types, a photo browser, PDF reader, and Dropbox integration.

**Highlights:** Web browser for offline viewing, Built-in file manager, Advanced PDF reader, Photo browser, Dropbox integration, File transfer via HTTP/FTP, Passcode lock

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Full Version Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to collect content
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful for offline access
- 🚀 Quick downloads
- 👍 Reliable app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes/glitches
- 🔒 Security concerns
- 💰 Subscription model issues
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with iOS updates

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening images/videos
- Download links not working
- Restore purchases not functioning
- App not opening on iOS 13+
- Inconsistent behavior when switching tabs

**Requested features**

- Add equalizer
- Improve search functionality
- Enable background downloads
- Integrate with native Files app
- Add playlist management options


### Documents Reader+files browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-plus-files-browser/id1074662118)

This app allows you to download, manage, and edit various document and image file types directly on your iPhone or iPad. It includes a web browser for downloading, a file manager for organization, and advanced editors for PDFs, images, and office documents. Files can be easily shared across multiple cloud services and devices.

**Highlights:** Download DOC, PDF, XLS, TXT, IMG files, Manage files: rename, move, Zip/UnZip, Advanced PDF editor, Advanced Image editor, Edit office files (DOC, XLS, TXT), Share via WiFi, iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Documents Reader Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Files free?

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

### Is Documents Reader+files browser free?

Documents Reader+files browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Files or Documents Reader+files browser?

Files is rated higher. Files averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Documents Reader+files browser averages 3.1 from 28 ratings.

### Do Files or Documents Reader+files browser have ads?

Documents Reader+files browser shows ads; Files does not.

### Which is updated more often, Files or Documents Reader+files browser?

Files ships an update every 4 months, and Documents Reader+files browser every 4 months. Most recently, Files was updated on September 20, 2026 and Documents Reader+files browser on August 19, 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.*