Comparison

Documents vs AirDroid

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

Head to head
About

Documents

This app is a comprehensive file manager and document editor for mobile devices. It allows users to organize, edit, convert, and annotate various file types, including PDFs, Office documents, and audio/video files. It also features transcription, scanning, and cloud integration.

Highlights
  • Edit PDFs directly
  • Convert files to PDF
  • Organize files and folders
  • Transcribe audio and video
  • Scan documents
  • Play audio and video
  • Transfer files via Wi-Fi
Features
Read full description

Documents by Readdle is a super app for iPhone and iPad. It’s your all-in-one solution for working with files at home, in the office, at university, or on the go. Whether you edit, annotate, convert, listen to, or read, Documents brings everything together in one seamless experience. From books, scans, and receipts to articles, PDFs, audio, and video files, and even ZIP & RAR archives — every type of content finds its home in Documents. One app – infinite capabilities. Serving as your PDF reader, document viewer, file manager, cloud storage integrator, and music and video player, Documents replaces a dozen standalone apps with one beautifully designed, intuitive hub for all your files. Explore a wide range of features designed to help you get things done quickly and efficiently. PDF EDITOR • Edit or modify existing text directly in a PDF – just like in a Word document • Highlight and annotate important info in books using colors, text, or stickers • Sign PDF contracts on the go with e-signatures • Merge and combine multiple PDFs into one • Add, delete, and rearrange pages with a thumbnail preview • Rotate and reorder pages in PDFs FILE CONVERTER • Convert PDF, DOCX, JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC, WEBP, and more • Create PDFs from documents, photos, and images • Convert PDFs into editable formats and back • Switch between image formats in just a few taps MANAGE AND ARCHIVE FILES & FOLDERS • Organize your files and create folders to suit your needs • Use Reminders by setting a date/time to be notified about a specific file • Rename and color-tag files for quick access • Use Smart Actions and get contextual recommendations for the most relevant next step • Use Zip/Unzip and RAR extractor tools • Open Office files and eBooks with ease AI TOOLS • Transcribe audio and video to text, then edit, annotate, store in the cloud, or share — all within Documents • Use Smart Eraser to remove unwanted objects from photos SCANNER • Scan receipts, books, and documents using the built-in iOS scanning engine and save them directly in Documents AUDIO & VIDEO PLAYER • Listen to music online and offline • Watch movies imported from your computer or online sources • Access your photo and video library easily AUDIO EDITOR • Trim, cut, remove silence, edit metadata, and extract MP3 Wi-Fi FILE TRANSFER • Transfer music, videos, photos, or documents from your iPhone or iPad to a Mac or PC and vice versa with our super-fast Wi-Fi Transfer technology AUDIO & VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION • Transcribe audio and video to text instantly • Convert voice recordings to editable notes • Turn videos into clear, searchable text • Use accurate speech-to-text tools for meetings, lectures, and interviews • Export and share transcriptions anywhere IMPORT & SAVE FILES • Import from your computer, cloud, WebDAV, or nearby devices • Download files from the web browser directly into Documents • Save email attachments in one place • Save links from any external app or web browser INTEGRATE ALL CLOUD SERVICES • Work in iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, and other services without downloading files • Set up two-way sync to the specific folders to automatically upload your files SEE WHAT OTHERS HAVE SAID ABOUT OUR APP Documents is an App Store Editors’ Choice winner. Read more about our terms and conditions here: https://documents.io/legal/privacy https://documents.io/legal/terms

About

AirDroid

This app offers a comprehensive solution for managing your devices remotely. It allows for seamless file transfers, remote control of your phone, screen mirroring, and management of messages and contacts across different platforms.

Highlights
  • File Transfer
  • File Management
  • Device Remote Control
  • Screen Mirroring
  • Camera Remote Control
  • Message & Call Management
  • Photo & Video Backup
Read full description

AirDroid is the TOP 1 comprehensive devices management tool which includes file transfer, file management, remote control, screen mirror, and notification management. Trusted by 500 million+ users worldwide, AirDroid is your first choice for a secure management app. AirDroid provides the most convenient way to help you transfer files across different platforms, sharing and sending photos or files to family, friends, and co-workers is easy. With the powerful function of remotely controlling your devices, camera, keyboard, and screen, you will unlock an awesome tool that helps you on many occasions like office, study, etc., ==KEY FEATURES== • File Transfer • File Management • Device Remote Control • Device Remote Mirroring • Camera Remote Control • Backup photos and videos in a Tap • Messages, Calls & Contact Management TRANSFER & MANAGE FILES & FOLDERS • Manage your files and create folders for all of your needs • Import files from your computer, web, or any nearby devices remotely • Manage files where you want • Up to 20Mb/s transfer speed REMOTE CONTROL DEVICES WITHOUT ROOT • Remote control devices without a USB cable • Screen remote control with no latency • Camera remote control is supported • Keyboard remote control is supported • Screen mirror in a tap LAN CONTROL DEVICES BECOME MUCH EASIER • LAN files transfer in seconds • LAN control mobiles • LAN control camera • LAN device screen mirroring BROWSER REMOTE MANAGEMENT • Support all browsers • Web remote controls, screen mirror, notification management • Find devices, remote reset device's data DEVICES MANAGEMENT • Manage calls and SMS • Manage contacts in an easier way • Backup videos and photos in a click SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK We are committed to open communication with our users. Before leaving a review, please get in touch with us first with any questions or support issues. We will respond and address your concern promptly. Contact us through our website https://www.airdroid.com/personal

Screenshots

Documents4 screens
AirDroid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Documents at 4.8 against AirDroid's 4.3. Documents also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). AirDroid's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, monetization model and device support 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 sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. AirDroid asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Documents holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Documents has 626K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Documents's written reviews are positive against 46% of AirDroid's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Documents ships an update weekly, AirDroid every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Documents versus AirDroid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocumentsAirDroid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (626K ratings) — better4.3 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews71.0% of reviews — better45.8% of reviews
Number of ratings626K — better1.1K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#66 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size431 MB41 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperReaddle Technologies LimitedSAND STUDIO CORPORATION LIMITED

Customer experience

Documents

All ratings626,280 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews2,959 reviews
Positive71.0%
Neutral6.9%
Negative22.1%

AirDroid

All ratings1,132 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral4.5%
Negative14.2%
Written reviews240 reviews
Positive45.8%
Neutral5.4%
Negative48.8%

User reviews

Documents

From 626K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💯 Excellent file management capabilities
  • 🚀 Seamless integration with cloud services
  • 📚 Versatile document viewer and editor
  • 🎵 Reliable offline music player
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Concerns over in-app subscription model
  • 🔍 Inconsistent search and file management functionality
  • 🔋 High storage consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing changes in recent updates

AirDroid

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient file transfers
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 💡 Useful cross-platform connectivity
  • 🚀 Seamless device syncing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and sync issues
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data access
  • 💰 Limited free features, requires paid subscription
  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable performance

Bugs and requests

Documents

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Disappearing downloaded files and folders
  • Unreliable audio playback with skipping and pausing
  • Inability to open certain file types after updates
  • Syncing issues between local storage and cloud services

Requested features

5 requests
  • Customizable volume controls for audio playback
  • Improved PDF annotation tools
  • Option to expand/collapse all bookmarks in documents
  • Ability to permanently delete files
  • Faster file transfer and syncing between devices

AirDroid

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Files not appearing after transfer
  • Inability to scroll through photo library
  • Perpetual login issues and account verification problems
  • Incompatibility with certain devices and operating systems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to select and transfer multiple files at once
  • Landscape mode support for tablets
  • Improved file transfer speed and reliability
  • Expanded free plan with higher file size limits

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Documents

Subscriptions13
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Documents Plus$9.991 Month
  • Documents Plus1 Month trial$9.991 Month
Show 10 more
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Documents Plus3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$12.491 Month
  • Documents VPN3 Days trial$12.491 Month
  • Documents VPN7 Days trial$12.491 Month
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Documents Plus3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Documents Plus7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Documents VPN7 Days trial$89.991 Year
None

AirDroid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Documents free?
Documents is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AirDroid free?
AirDroid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Documents or AirDroid?
Documents is rated higher. Documents averages 4.8 out of 5 from 626K ratings, while AirDroid averages 4.3 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Documents or AirDroid have ads?
AirDroid shows ads; Documents does not.
Which is updated more often, Documents or AirDroid?
Documents ships an update weekly, and AirDroid every 3 months. Most recently, Documents was updated on September 25, 2026 and AirDroid on September 24, 2026.

Other comparisons