Comparison

Files vs Torrentㅤ

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Files

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
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Files App (formerly known as Downloads Lite) features a Web browser that lets you save documents to your iPhone or iPod touch so that you can work with them offline. It has a built-in file manager, with robust viewer for all iOS supported document types, powerful photo browser, advanced PDF reader, full Dropbox support, and more. NOTE: This app does not support downloading of audio or video content. FEATURES √ Full portrait & landscape mode support √ Passcode lock √ Web browser - Provides a user experience very similar to Mobile Safari - Tabbed browsing - Tap and hold on an image to download it - Tap and hold to force download - Save web pages with images for offline viewing - Full screen mode - Bookmark manager - History support - Address bar auto-completion - HTTP basic authentication - Form-based authentication - Integrated Google or Yahoo! search - Ability to spoof browser's User-Agent string to display web pages like Firefox - Unified smart search field. Type a URL or search term in the unified smart search field, the browser automatically suggests the closest match to what you’re looking for. √ Download manager - Fast downloading speed - Supports resuming of interrupted downloads reliably - Live download progress bar and speed indicator - Active downloads badge number - Add arbitrary download link - Always download with correct filename √ File manager - Full screen document viewer that supports .pdf, .doc, .xls, .ppt, .txt, .html and .rtf file formats - Folders support - Move, rename and delete files - Search by file name - Extract RAR archives - Unzip ZIP files - Remember document scroll position - Attempt to open file of unrecognized format - Import photos from camera roll √ Dropbox integration - Upload, download and manage files - Sync what you want, keep files on your device √ Advanced PDF viewer - Huge PDF files work flawlessly - Text search - Tap PDF links to jump across the file √ Photo viewer - Tap or swipe to move between images in a folder - Zoom in and out with pinch gesture - Ability to save images to photo album - Thumbnails view √ File transfer - Supports HTTP and FTP protocols - Supports iTunes USB File Sharing - Transfer files to and from computer in Wi-Fi network - Send files as email attachments (size under 15MB) √ Mobile Safari Integration - Bookmarklet for Mobile Safari that lets you open any link in Files app √ Multitasking - Background downloading √ Inter-app document interchange - Other apps can save their files to Files app (e.g. Email app can save attachments to Files app) √ Recovery Mode - If the browser caught in an endless loop of pop-up alerts, go to the iOS built-in "Settings" app, find "Files App", turn on "Recovery Mode", then force-quit and relaunch the app. Terms of Use: https://downloadsapp.info/terms Privacy Policy: https://downloadsapp.info/privacy

About

Torrentㅤ

This utility allows for local file management and secure transfer of authorized files between nearby devices over Wi-Fi. It also supports transferring files from direct HTTPS URLs with advanced controls for Pro users. Organize, rename, share, and delete files with ease.

Highlights
  • Local file management
  • Wi-Fi file transfer
  • HTTPS URL transfers
  • Transfer progress controls
  • Folder organization
  • File renaming and sharing
Features
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Torrent is a native iPhone and iPad utility for managing authorized files locally and transferring files between nearby devices over the same Wi-Fi network. The app also supports transferring supported general-purpose files from direct HTTPS URLs, with progress controls including pause, resume, and cancel for Pro users. HOW IT WORKS File Transfer — Add a supported file URL to start a transfer. With Pro, monitor progress and use pause, resume, and cancel controls. Files — Browse and organize your local files with folders, search, sorting, renaming, sharing, and deletion. Import photos, videos, and documents from Photos and Files. Transfer — Enable Receive Files, then scan the QR code or open the local URL from another device connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Settings — Customize the app appearance, manage Pro, restore purchases, and access Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Support. CORE FEATURES • File transfer for supported general-purpose formats • Transfer progress, pause, resume, cancel, and history • Local file management with folders, search, sorting, renaming, sharing, and deletion • Import photos, videos, and documents from Photos and Files • Private file transfer over the same Wi-Fi network • QR code and local URL for receiving files • Light Mode, Dark Mode, and system appearance • Optional Pro upgrade to unlock file transfers and remove ads • Restore Purchases SUPPORTED FILE FORMATS The app supports document and general-purpose file formats such as CSV, DOC, PDF, TXT, ZIP, and similar files. Audio and video downloads are not supported. When an audio or video URL, MIME type, file extension, playlist, or recognized media file is detected, the app blocks the transfer, does not save the file, and displays an “Unsupported File” message. IN-APP PURCHASES Pro is available as weekly, monthly, and yearly auto-renewable subscriptions, plus a one-time lifetime purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial, if offered, is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/098219 Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/211513

Screenshots

Files4 screens
Torrentㅤ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Files at 55% against Torrentㅤ's 0%. Files also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Torrentㅤ's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Files sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Torrentㅤ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Files holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files has 13K ratings behind it against 1, 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 0% of Torrentㅤ's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Files ships an update every 4 months, Torrentㅤ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Files versus Torrentㅤ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilesTorrentㅤ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews55.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB42 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperHian Zin JongLIDIA LUCOVIC

Customer experience

Files

All ratings12,459 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews567 reviews
Positive55.2%
Neutral9.2%
Negative35.6%

Torrentㅤ

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Files

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

6 requests
  • Add equalizer
  • Improve search functionality
  • Enable background downloads
  • Integrate with native Files app
  • Add playlist management options
Show 1 more
  • Improve video playback controls

Torrentㅤ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Files

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Version Upgrade$4.99
4 purchases

Torrentㅤ

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$8.991 Month
  • Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is Files free?
Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Torrentㅤ free?
Torrentㅤ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Files or Torrentㅤ?
Files is rated higher. Files averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Torrentㅤ averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Files or Torrentㅤ have ads?
Torrentㅤ shows ads; Files does not.
Which is updated more often, Files or Torrentㅤ?
Files ships an update every 4 months, and Torrentㅤ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Files was updated on October 30, 2026 and Torrentㅤ on October 28, 2026.

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