Comparison

USB Disk SE, File Manager vs iBridge Air

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

Head to head
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

About

iBridge Air

Wirelessly stream videos and music, back up your iPhone and iPad, and share photos and videos with friends and family. This app extends your device's storage and offers a pocket-sized solution for managing your digital memories.

Highlights
  • Wireless streaming of videos and music
  • iPhone & iPad backup
  • Wireless storage expansion
  • Photo and video sharing
  • Centralized media collection
  • Automatic wireless backup
Features
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Download the Leef iBridge™ Air app to enable wireless streaming of your videos and music files, as well as iPhone & iPad back-ups, wireless storage and sharing your photos and movie files with friends and family members. Leef iBridge Air is a powerful device that wirelessly connects to your iPhone in order to enable streaming, sharing, and storage for collecting of the memories that matter most. With Leef iBridge Air, you now have an elegant solution to the iPhone content sharing and streaming problem and a viable alternative to costly monthly cloud storage solutions. Designed to fit in your skinny jeans, the sleek and compact Leef iBridge Air is like having network-attached storage (NAS) in your pocket. Use this app to wirelessly extend the storage capacity of your iPhone while choosing who has access to your personal WiFi to stream, capture and share content. This app, when combined with the Leef iBridge Air, your iPhone & iPad can now: • Stream: All of your videos and music files can be shared wirelessly with any other Apple device. Great for families travelling on long car rides and extended flights. • Share: Capture your photos and videos at a live event and share them with your friends and family members as it’s happening. • Collect: Use your Leef iBridge Air to create a central repository (via its own WiFi Access Point) of all the Apple pictures and videos captured at an event. No more time-consuming sending and receiving individual pictures and videos via email, text or other complicated process. • Backup: Automatically backup your contacts, photos, videos and other files via WiFi. You control what gets backed up and how often. • Migrate: Transfer your photos and videos off your iPhone or iPad wirelessly to free up more space. Features Include: • Stream videos and music files to your iPhone or iPad • Wirelessly capture direct-to-drive photos and videos • Collect photos and videos from other Apple devices via WiFi • Automatic wireless back-up of contacts and content between iOS devices • Easily transfer photos and videos from your iPhone to free up space • Easier way to manage your files and your media • WiFi and file transfer continues to work while charging via a power outlet or battery charger • Protective sleeve (included with hardware device) allows to attach to keys, bag or backpack • Compact design for easy portability and device sharing

Screenshots

USB Disk SE, File Manager4 screens
iBridge Air4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: USB Disk SE, File Manager at 76% against iBridge Air's 10%. USB Disk SE, File Manager also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (856 vs 6). iBridge Air's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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. USB Disk SE, File Manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. iBridge Air asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

USB Disk SE, File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Disk SE, File Manager has 856 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of USB Disk SE, File Manager's written reviews are positive against 10% of iBridge Air's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
USB Disk SE, File Manager versus iBridge Air: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Disk SE, File ManageriBridge Air
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (856 ratings) — better2.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews — better9.7% of reviews
Number of ratings856 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImesart S.a.r.l.Leef Ltd.

Customer experience

USB Disk SE, File Manager

All ratings852 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative10.9%
Written reviews1,786 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral9.7%
Negative14.0%

iBridge Air

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive9.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative86.1%

Bugs and requests

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

iBridge Air

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

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
None

iBridge Air

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is USB Disk SE, File Manager free?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iBridge Air free?
iBridge Air is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, USB Disk SE, File Manager or iBridge Air?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is rated higher. USB Disk SE, File Manager averages 4.4 out of 5 from 856 ratings, while iBridge Air averages 2.0 from 6 ratings.
Do USB Disk SE, File Manager or iBridge Air have ads?
USB Disk SE, File Manager shows ads; iBridge Air does not.
Which is updated more often, USB Disk SE, File Manager or iBridge Air?
USB Disk SE, File Manager ships an update every 2 months, and iBridge Air every 2 months. Most recently, USB Disk SE, File Manager was updated on November 3, 2026 and iBridge Air on November 2, 2026.

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