Comparison

FileBrowser vs Offline

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

Head to head
About

FileBrowser

Access and manage files across your home computers, network drives, and cloud storage. Upload, download, copy, and edit documents directly from your device, with built-in viewers for various file types and streaming capabilities.

Highlights
  • Connect to computers, NAS, and cloud storage
  • Upload, download, copy, and move files
  • Multi-tabbed browsing and split-screen support
  • Edit documents in-place
  • Built-in viewers for documents, photos, and media
  • Stream movies and music with AirPlay/Chromecast
  • Annotate PDFs and images
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Use your iPad or iPhone to connect to your home computers, network drives and cloud storage. Easily upload/download/copy files and folders from one location to another, and browse your content using a variety of built-in viewers. *** FileBrowser remains the best option if you're looking for a file manager that supports a variety of external connections and also integrates deeply with iOS - Federico Viticci - MacStories *** *** FileBrowser's setup varies for every device, and the automatic wizards work super-well. Charlie Sorrel - Cult of Mac *** Ultra-fast browsing of your computers. Faster than Windows Explorer or Mac Finder and our users agree! GET ORGANIZED FileBrowser gives you everything you need to keep your files effortlessly organized: Move, edit, delete, rename, copy, zip and unzip. Download files from the web and paste them wherever you choose. MULTI-TABBED BROWSING Our FileBrowser suite of apps are the first file management apps to support multiple tabs. Connect to many of your locations at once and switch between them with ease. Use iPadOS split-screen mode to drag & drop between multiple windows. CONNECT TO Windows, Mac, Linux, Time Capsule, NAS drives, portable WiFi drives, SMB, Samba. Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, WebDAV, FTP and SFTP. Link to the same cloud storage with multiple accounts, if you have more than one Dropbox account, for example. EXTEND THE FILES APP FileBrowser allows you to access all your connections from the iOS Files app and other apps that use this as their document chooser, bringing network access to those apps. EDIT IN-PLACE No more copying of documents between apps. Launch an app to edit a network document in-place, such as Word or Pages or any of the Office and Mac suite. Changes are saved to the original document automatically. BLAZINGLY FAST Create bookmarks to your favorite locations & folders. Use a single tap to connect and browse to a favorite folder. PHOTO VIEWER Browse your photos wherever they are stored and display them on your TV or projector using AirPlay or Chromecast. Easily flick through holiday snaps or use the built-in slideshow feature. STREAM YOUR MOVIES / MUSIC Stream movie files or listen to music, both with AirPlay™ and Chromecast support. Use our built-in viewers or stream video to other apps. DOCUMENT VIEWER View Microsoft Office, Apple Pages, Numbers, KeyNote, PDF, text files, source code, HTML, and many more using the built-in viewers. ANNOTATE PDFS AND IMAGES Use the built-in annotation tools for PDFs and images, or use the iOS annotation tools to add notes, drawings or highlight text. SECURITY AND ENCRYPTION FileBrowser securely stores your passwords in the iOS keychain and uses iOS encryption features to protect your local content. Protect local files using a password, TouchID or FaceID. CONNECT ANYWHERE Connect to your Mac or PC when away from home. See our website for details: https://www.stratospherix.com/setupvpn TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST FileBrowser has many features that we would like to tell you about. Check out our website. You'll be amazed! https://www.stratospherix.com/products/filebrowser FIRST CLASS SUPPORT User manuals and help are available at stratospherix.com/support with how-to articles and videos. You can also email us for fast, friendly support.

About

Offline

Manage files, browse privately with a VPN, and play media offline. Features include camera search, ad-free browsing, and password protection for enhanced privacy and digital control.

Highlights
  • Private browsing with VPN
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Password protection for apps and folders
  • File downloader and manager
  • Offline music and video playback
  • Lens camera search
  • QR code generator
Features
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Our app represents a reliable and unique all-in-one solution for efficient document and file management, seamless browsing, and a feature-packed media player. Experience the power of unlimited storage. Create your own QR code & elevate your digital experience - Our app is designed to simplify your online life! The lens camera search feature empowers you to seamlessly bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds, while password-protected apps and folders grant you unparalleled control over your privacy. Download, organize, and enjoy files in multiple formats with ease, complemented by an offline music playback feature for uninterrupted entertainment. Stay informed with instant access to global news, all presented through a clean and intuitive UI. - LENS CAMERA SEARCH See a product you love? Simply snap a photo, and let the app locate it for you. Effortless and innovative, this feature brings convenience to your fingertips. - FAST & SECURE VPN Your privacy is paramount, and our app stands as a fortress with its high-speed VPN, accessible in every corner of the globe. Whether you're at home or abroad, rest assured that your data remains shielded from prying eyes, offering a seamless and unlimited browsing experience - AD-FREE BROWSING Our app provides a sanctuary of ad-free browsing on every page, ensuring a smooth and distraction-free journey through the vast landscape of the internet. Block ads - Browse the content without distractions! - PASSWORD PROTECTION FOR APPS & FOLDERS Take control of your privacy with the ability to lock the entire application or specific folders. Ensure that your sensitive data remains secure, accessible only to those with the designated password. - DOWNLOADER & FILE MANAGEMENT Effortlessly download and manage files in various formats, including PDF, ZIP, XLS, PNG, JPEG, MP4, and MP3 - Organize and simplify your digital life with ease! Take charge of your digital space - Download, organize, customize & manage! - OFFLINE MUSIC PLAYBACK Enjoy uninterrupted music and video playback with the Timer Sleep feature. Play your favorite media in mp3 format offline, providing entertainment on your terms. With this feature, we put you in control of your auditory experience like never before. - INSTANT WEB TRANSLATION Break down language barriers with instant website translation. Translate web pages on-the-fly into any language, broadening your access to global information with a simple tap. - QR CODE GENERATOR Establish your digital presence with our QR code generator. Craft, customize, and publish your QR barcode, adding a personal touch to your online interactions and effortlessly sharing information. Download our app now and unlock a world of seamless browsing, secure connections, and efficient file management - Feel the taste of digital freedom! Discover a new level of convenience - Spend less time searching, more time enjoying! Enhance & simplify your digital life! -- USER PERMISSION USAGE -- We respect your privacy and only request user permissions that are necessary for providing you with the best browsing experience. Push notifications are optional, and we only use them to notity you when downloads are complete. We may also ask for access to your camera roll to save downloaded photos and videos or to scan QR codes for setting up VR headsets. We may also request your location if you browse websites that require your location, such as online maps. If you decline, online maps will not show your position. --Subscriptions -- Price may vary depending on location. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Subscriptions are offered for either one month ($5.99) or one year ($59.99), and will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will not be able to cancel the subscription once it is activated. You can manage your subscription in your account settings after purchase. https://bit.ly/3SgqoWG

Screenshots

FileBrowser4 screens
Offline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Offline at Free against FileBrowser's $7.99. Offline also leads on ratings volume (132K vs 5.6K) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). FileBrowser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, device support and iOS requirement 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

Offline is free to download; FileBrowser costs $7.99 up front. Offline sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. FileBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for FileBrowser against 4.6 for Offline. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Offline has 132K ratings behind it against 5.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of FileBrowser's written reviews are positive against 49% of Offline's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileBrowser ships an update every 5 weeks, Offline every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FileBrowser versus Offline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileBrowserOffline
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (5.6K ratings) — better4.6 (132K ratings)
Positive reviews82.1% of reviews — better48.8% of reviews
Number of ratings5.6K132K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB102 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperStratospherix LtdSAEED ABDULLAH ALHAJRI

Customer experience

FileBrowser

All ratings5,642 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews1,157 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral6.1%
Negative11.8%

Offline

All ratings130,766 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews2,087 reviews
Positive48.8%
Neutral12.6%
Negative38.7%

User reviews

FileBrowser

From 5.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great file manager
  • 🚀 Powerful and versatile
  • 🔒 Secure access to files
  • 💡 Excellent integration with iOS Files app
  • 👍 Reliable and stable

Room to improve

  • 🐛 SMB connection issues
  • 🐛 Misleading directory caching
  • 🐛 Video playback problems
  • 🐛 Buggy UI changes
  • 🐛 Inability to rename photos

Offline

From 132K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great for offline listening
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast download speeds
  • 🚀 Convenient for road trips/travel

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Downloading issues/bugs
  • 🐛 Crashing/freezing issues
  • 🐛 Music files disappearing
  • 📢 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Incorrect song titles

Bugs and requests

FileBrowser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Copy and paste functionality broken after update
  • Inability to access iCloud files
  • Crashes when accessing large files
  • Thumbnails not generating properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for AV1 video codec
  • Improve audio playback controls
  • Implement a recycle bin/trash feature
  • Add option to loop video playback
  • Improve video scrubbing and seeking

Offline

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Download button not showing up
  • Inability to download certain content
  • Sudden deletion of downloaded files

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Playlist management features
  • Background playback
  • Video to audio conversion

In-app purchases

None

FileBrowser

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Offline

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Plan$5.991 Month
  • Premium Plan$59.991 Year

Questions

Is FileBrowser free?
FileBrowser costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Offline free?
Offline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FileBrowser or Offline?
FileBrowser is rated higher. FileBrowser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while Offline averages 4.6 from 132K ratings.
Do FileBrowser or Offline have ads?
Offline shows ads; FileBrowser does not.
Which is updated more often, FileBrowser or Offline?
FileBrowser ships an update every 5 weeks, and Offline every 2 weeks. Most recently, FileBrowser was updated on September 24, 2026 and Offline on September 24, 2026.

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