# Files vs Bolt Browser and Documents

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bolt Browser and Documents at none against Files's 4. Bolt Browser and Documents also leads on ratings volume (226K vs 12K) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Files's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Files sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Bolt Browser and Documents asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Files against 4.8 for Bolt Browser and Documents. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bolt Browser and Documents has 226K ratings behind it against 12K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 55% and 56% positive.

Files ships an update every 4 months, Bolt Browser and Documents every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Files | Bolt Browser and Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-file-manager-and-browser/id349275540/reviews) | **[4.8 (226K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-browser-and-documents/id1366502697/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12K | **226K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.3% of reviews | **55.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 56 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hian Zin Jong](https://appshunter.io/developer/298442756) | [Danyil Vasilenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1366502433) |

## 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


### Bolt Browser and Documents

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-browser-and-documents/id1366502697)

A private and secure mobile browser with built-in file management. Enjoy ad-free browsing, protect your data with biometrics, and manage documents for offline access. It also offers media playback features for enhanced productivity.

**Highlights:** Zero-configuration ad blocking, Private browsing by default, Biometric app data security, Document and media import, Adjustable playback speed, Picture in Picture mode, Offline file preview

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline music player
- 🚀 Continuous music playback
- 👍 Great for downloading and listening to music
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Useful features like sleep timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Downloading/conversion issues after updates
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔋 Music playback issues when phone is locked or app is minimized
- 📢 Excessive ads and intrusive ad experience

**Reported bugs**

- Download button/option not appearing after updates
- Inability to download/convert videos anymore
- App crashing on launch or during use

**Requested features**

- Add playlist creation and management
- Ability to transfer downloaded content to new devices
- Add account/cloud sync to preserve downloaded content
- Improve music playback reliability when app is in background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Files free?

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

### Is Bolt Browser and Documents free?

Bolt Browser and Documents is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Files or Bolt Browser and Documents?

Bolt Browser and Documents is rated higher. Files averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Bolt Browser and Documents averages 4.8 from 226K ratings.

### Do Files or Bolt Browser and Documents have ads?

Bolt Browser and Documents shows ads; Files does not.

### Which is updated more often, Files or Bolt Browser and Documents?

Files ships an update every 4 months, and Bolt Browser and Documents every 6 months. Most recently, Files was updated on September 20, 2026 and Bolt Browser and Documents on September 25, 2026.

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