# Documents Reader and File Manager Pro vs File Manager

The clearest difference is rating: File Manager at 4.5 against Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's 3.2. File Manager also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 68%) and ratings volume (98 vs 14). Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Documents Reader and File Manager Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and File Manager sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager has 98 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 84% of File Manager's.

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro ships an update every 2 months, File Manager every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Documents Reader and File Manager Pro | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-and-file-manager-pro/id355253462/reviews) | **[4.5 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **98** |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | **84.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 55 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ColorfulPhone](https://appshunter.io/developer/355253465) | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) |

## What reviewers say

### Documents Reader and File Manager Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-and-file-manager-pro/id355253462)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dropbox | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on iOS 10
- Unable to connect to SMB networks
- Inconsistent file management functionality

**Requested features**

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


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346)

Easily exchange files and folders between multiple mobile devices wirelessly. Monitor transfer progress, open files directly within the app, and manage your local file system. Supports various file types and offers customization options for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Exchange files and folders between multiple phones, View transfer progress, Open files within the app, Upload files via Wi-Fi (HTTP/FTP), Record voice and video, Edit file system (create, move, delete), Share files via email and social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| File Transfer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| Simple Vedio | $0.99 | one-time |
| Encryption Compression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text Search | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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 File Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or File Manager?

File Manager is rated higher. Documents Reader and File Manager Pro averages 3.2 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.5 from 98 ratings.

### Do Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or File Manager have ads?

Neither Documents Reader and File Manager Pro nor File Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro or File Manager?

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro ships an update every 2 months, and File Manager every 4 months. Most recently, Documents Reader and File Manager Pro was updated on October 12, 2026 and File Manager on October 16, 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.*