# Files vs OpenFile

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Files at 13K against OpenFile's 3. OpenFile's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, 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 OpenFile sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OpenFile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files has 13K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Files | OpenFile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-file-manager-and-browser/id349275540/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openfile-preview-any-file/id6761735517/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 55.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **26.0** | 26.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hian Zin Jong](https://appshunter.io/developer/298442756) | [Life Utility Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721977600) |

## 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


### OpenFile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openfile-preview-any-file/id6761735517)

Instantly preview over 100 file formats on your iPhone or iPad without uploads or accounts. Explore 3D models, code, documents, databases, and more with built-in developer tools for advanced file analysis. Prioritizes privacy with on-device processing.

**Highlights:** Preview 100+ file formats, On-device processing, no uploads, Interactive 3D model viewer, Syntax highlighting for code, Browse and query SQLite databases, Built-in developer tools (Hex Inspector, Compare Files), Integrates with Files app and Share Sheet

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Files free?

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

### Is OpenFile free?

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

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

OpenFile is rated higher. Files averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while OpenFile averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Files or OpenFile have ads?

Neither Files nor OpenFile shows ads.

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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.*