# Documents Reader and File Manager Pro vs FileMate

The clearest difference is rating: FileMate at 4.6 against Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's 3.2. FileMate also leads on ratings volume (378 vs 14) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Documents Reader and File Manager Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, 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 FileMate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FileMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMate has 378 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 75% of FileMate's.

Documents Reader and File Manager Pro ships an update every 2 months, FileMate every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Documents Reader and File Manager Pro | FileMate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader-and-file-manager-pro/id355253462/reviews) | **[4.6 (378 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filemate/id983467956/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **378** |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 55 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ColorfulPhone](https://appshunter.io/developer/355253465) | [JUNBO JIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893935666) |

## 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


### FileMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filemate/id983467956)

This app is a powerful local file manager that allows you to browse, organize, and protect your documents, photos, and videos. It offers robust privacy features like file hiding and password protection, along with convenient file transfer and archive management.

**Highlights:** Local file management, Photo and video vault, File hiding and password protection, WiFi and iTunes file transfer, Archive and extract (7z, rar, zip), File search and marking, Customizable themes

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access, Removing Ad | $3.99 | per month |
| All Access, Removing Ad | $34.99 | per year |
| Removing Ad | $9.99 | one-time |
| Theme, Folder and Night Mode | $9.99 | one-time |
| Passcode Lock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Hidden | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Features & Removing Ad | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 All projects in one place
- 👍 Few ads, good folder app
- 👍 Good customization options
- 👍 Real-time video playback
- 👍 Easy to use and access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Too many prompts
- 👎 Limited file viewers
- 👎 Videos don’t play audio
- 👎 Ads are annoying
- 👎 Full-screen ads

**Reported bugs**

- Videos don’t play audio
- Files can be accessed by other apps
- Videos play without sound
- MKV files not playable
- MP4 file play without sound

**Requested features**

- Provide multiple purchase options
- Add Face ID and Touch ID for hidden files
- Improve file viewer features (thumbnails, playlists, adjustments)
- Add folder locking to prevent accidental deletion
- Implement folder download from PC


## 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 FileMate free?

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

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

FileMate is rated higher. Documents Reader and File Manager Pro averages 3.2 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while FileMate averages 4.6 from 378 ratings.

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

FileMate shows ads; Documents Reader and File Manager Pro does not.

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

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

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