Comparison

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro vs USB Disk SE, File Manager

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

Head to head
About

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

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
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√ Top 10 Apps in multiple countries for a long time! √ Featured as "What's Hot" and "New & Noteworthy" in dozens of countries! Do you find it frustrating not being able to use your iPhone to freely transfer files? Would you like to be able to view your documents and pictures more easily? Are there some files you’d prefer to keep private? Do you want to upload videos or music to your iPhone via WIFI? iFileExplorer can help you solve these problems! It can transform your iPhone into a file manager, enabling you to view all your files on your iPhone! Key Features: - Multiple transfer methods available! Not only can you transfer files via WiFi and USB, but you can get files exchanged with Dropbox, iDisk(MobileMe), GoogleDocs, myDisk, etc. - Network places access via WiFi (WinXP, Win7, Mac) - No client necessary, no OS limit! When transferring files using WiFi, there’s no need to install any client on your desktop computer, all you need to upload or download is a browser. - Supports wireless batch uploads. - You can uncompress the compressed email attachments. - Built-in video and audio player, with auto resume function (plays media from where you quit your previous session). - Built-in multiple document readers that let you pick up where you left off last time. - Built-in special use TXT reader, specifically designed for reading txt novels over a long period of time! - Built-in dedicated photo viewer, allowing you to browse easily through your favorite snaps. - Manipulate remote files as if they were local. Multiple online virtual disks like Dropbox, iDisk(MobileMe), GoogleDocs, and standard WebDAV servers are supported. - Supports folder creation, and also allows you to designate an access password for each folder. - Files can be compressed and uncompressed. - You can work with multiple files at any one time, perform batch deletions, copy, paste, compression, uploads etc. - Allows files to be sent as email attachments. - Any photos you take or text you input can be directly saved as files. - Your 20 most recently visited files are listed on the main interface, allowing quick access (files stored in encrypted folders do not appear in the list). - Opening methods for most file formats can be exchanged with other applications, e.g. you can open the email attachments, or use other applications to open files in iFileExplorer. - Use of Wireless Upload can reduce use of USB charger and thus protect the lithium battery. - iFileExplorer can directly open the following file types: (other unsupported formats can still be stored or transferred to other software to be opened) Video: AVI, RMVB, FLV, WMV, MP4, MPV, M4V, 3GP, MOV, ASF ... Audio: MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, CAF ... Document: PDF, RTF / RTFD, DOC / DOCX, XLS / XLSX, PPT / PPTX, CSV, CHM ... Text: HTM / HTML, TXT ... Picture: JPG / JPEG, GIF, PNG, TIFF, BMP, TGA ...

About

USB Disk SE, File Manager

This app allows you to store, view, and manage documents on your iPhone and iPad. It offers a built-in viewer, easy file transfers via iTunes, and integration with cloud storage services. Enjoy a simple interface with powerful features for organizing and accessing your files.

Highlights
  • Cloud storage integration (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box)
  • Store and view files on iPhone/iPod
  • Intuitive swipe navigation
  • File preview with thumbnails
  • Copy, paste, cut, delete, and create files
  • Email documents
  • USB file transfers
Features
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USB Disk lets you store, view and manage documents on your iPhone and iPad. It has an amazing built in document viewer and is very easy to use, with a simple and intuitive interface, yet it contains many powerful features. Drag and drop files in iTunes to transfer them to your iPhone / iPad, then view them anywhere! TUAW - "USB Disk is [...] a nicely designed one." Lifehacker - "The Best. USB Disk for iOS gives you a fast and easy way to transfer documents and images to your device." Apple - "New and Noteworthy" TOP REASONS TO BUY • Access Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive and Box. • Store and view files on your iPhone / iPod. • Navigate using swipes (like Photos / iBooks app). • Thumbnails let you preview your files. • Copy, paste, cut, delete and create files. MORE FEATURES • View and download email attachments. • Full screen file viewer. • USB file transfers. • Background audio. • Slideshow with adjustable delay. • Fast scrolling, page up/down functionalities. • Email your documents. SUPPORTED FILE TYPES • PDF files. • MS Office documents. • iWork documents. • Pictures (jpg, png, gif, ...). • eBooks (pdf, ePub, html, txt, ...). • Comics (cbr, cbz, pdf, ...). • Audio files (mp3, m4a, wav,...). • Video files (m4v, mov, avi, mkv, ...). UPDATES Buy now and get free updates. SUBSCRIPTION All features listed above can be used without an in app purchase. Some advanced features require an active subscription. These include: • Open and create zip files. • Adjust the audio mixer, use shuffle and repeat. • Access the device's photos library. • Protect the access to the app or specific files and folders with lock codes. • Access WebDAV and FTP servers. You can also configure SharePoint connections. • Edit simple text files. Also annotate PDF files. • Present files on external screens. Duration and price of each subscription are displayed in our storefront. All subscription costs will be charged to your Apple ID account, starting at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. It is not possible to cancel a subscription period once you have been charged for it. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited as soon as a subscription is purchased. You can manage subscriptions and disable auto renewal by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Service: https://imesart.com/legal/terms-of-service.php

Screenshots

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro4 screens
USB Disk SE, File Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: USB Disk SE, File Manager at 4.4 against Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's 3.2. USB Disk SE, File Manager also leads on ratings volume (846 vs 14) and review sentiment (76% vs 68%). Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Documents Reader and File Manager Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and USB Disk SE, File Manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

USB Disk SE, File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Disk SE, File Manager has 846 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's written reviews are positive against 76% of USB Disk SE, File Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro ships an update every 2 months, USB Disk SE, File Manager every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Documents Reader and File Manager Pro versus USB Disk SE, File Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocuments Reader and File Manager ProUSB Disk SE, File Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (14 ratings)4.4 (846 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.9% of reviews76.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14846 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB224 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperColorfulPhoneImesart S.a.r.l.

Customer experience

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

All ratings14 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral21.4%
Negative35.7%
Written reviews784 reviews
Positive67.9%
Neutral13.0%
Negative19.1%

USB Disk SE, File Manager

All ratings846 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews1,786 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral9.7%
Negative14.0%

User reviews

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

From 14 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

USB Disk SE, File Manager

From 846 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💾 Easy file storage and access
  • 📁 Convenient document management
  • 🔍 Supports various file formats
  • ⚙️ Useful for transferring files between devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes reported
  • 🔒 Limited file access and editing capabilities
  • 💰 Paywall for some features
  • 🔍 Difficulty organizing files

Bugs and requests

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on iOS 10
  • Unable to connect to SMB networks
  • Inconsistent file management functionality

Requested features

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

USB Disk SE, File Manager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when opening certain file types
  • Syncing issues with iTunes
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to edit documents within the app
  • Improved file management with folders and renaming
  • Support for more file types
  • Wireless file transfer without iTunes

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

One-time3
  • 10 Coins$0.99
  • Dropbox$1.99
  • Upgrade to Full Version$3.99
4 purchases

USB Disk SE, File Manager

Subscriptions4
  • USB Disk Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
  • USB Disk Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • USB Disk Pro Half Yearly14 Days trial$19.996 Months
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  • USB Disk Pro Yearly1 Month trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Documents Reader and File Manager Pro free?
Documents Reader and File Manager Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is USB Disk SE, File Manager free?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or USB Disk SE, File Manager?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is rated higher. Documents Reader and File Manager Pro averages 3.2 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while USB Disk SE, File Manager averages 4.4 from 846 ratings.
Do Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or USB Disk SE, File Manager have ads?
USB Disk SE, File Manager shows ads; Documents Reader and File Manager Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or USB Disk SE, File Manager?
Documents Reader and File Manager Pro ships an update every 2 months, and USB Disk SE, File Manager every 3 months. Most recently, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro was updated on October 12, 2026 and USB Disk SE, File Manager on October 15, 2026.

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