Comparison

USB Disk SE, File Manager vs Free Disk

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

Free Disk

Easily transfer files between your Apple devices and computers wirelessly without iTunes. Turn your device into a Wi-Fi hard drive or an internet server to share files with other smartphones. All your data is protected and accessible only when the app is running.

Highlights
  • Wireless file transfer without iTunes
  • iDevice as Wi-Fi hard drive
  • Internet server for file sharing
  • View files in various formats
  • Organize, zip, and unzip files
  • Passcode protection for data
Features
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Transfer files between your iPhone/iPod/iPad and your computers without iTunes ! Just start FreeDisk, and your iDevice is automatically turned into a wifi hard drive. You can then connect your iDevice to your computers, and use it as a regular hard drive, and easily transfer files. No need for third part software, or iTunes, to finally exchange files between your iDevices and your computers ! FreeDisk can also turn your iDevice into an internet server to share your files with other smartphones ! Last but not least, all your data are protected and can only be read when the app is running. Special Features: - Connect your iDevice to computers without third part software, or iTunes - Use your iDevices as external wifi hard drive - Share your files with the embedded internet Server: let any smartphone/computer users download/watch your files - View the files saved in the app: the app supports all the formats supported by the iPhone (pdf, doc, pages, jpeg, png, mp4...) - Import files from other apps - Save your email attachments - Organize your files: create as many folders as you want - Move, copy, delete, save, rename, zip, unzip your files - Complete Protection of your data: your data can be accessed and read only when the app is running - Protect the app with a passcode and keep your data private - Export your files to other apps - Share your files by email If you have any issue with FreeDisk, send us an email at support@seb-appstore.com Check out many great other iPhone and iPad apps at www.SEB-APPSTORE.com

Screenshots

USB Disk SE, File Manager4 screens
Free Disk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: USB Disk SE, File Manager at 4.4 against Free Disk's 1.7. USB Disk SE, File Manager also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 50%) and ratings volume (846 vs 3). Free Disk's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. USB Disk SE, File Manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Free Disk sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

USB Disk SE, File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Disk SE, File Manager has 846 ratings behind it against 3, 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 50% of Free Disk's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USB Disk SE, File Manager ships an update every 3 months, Free Disk every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
USB Disk SE, File Manager versus Free Disk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Disk SE, File ManagerFree Disk
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (846 ratings) — better1.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings846 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImesart S.a.r.l.Sebastien BUET

Customer experience

USB Disk SE, File Manager

All ratings846 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews1,786 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral9.7%
Negative14.0%

Free Disk

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral14.3%
Negative35.7%

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

Free Disk

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
1 purchases

Free Disk

One-time1
  • Pro Version2 variants$1.99

Questions

Is USB Disk SE, File Manager free?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Free Disk free?
Free Disk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, USB Disk SE, File Manager or Free Disk?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is rated higher. USB Disk SE, File Manager averages 4.4 out of 5 from 846 ratings, while Free Disk averages 1.7 from 3 ratings.
Do USB Disk SE, File Manager or Free Disk have ads?
USB Disk SE, File Manager shows ads; Free Disk does not.
Which is updated more often, USB Disk SE, File Manager or Free Disk?
USB Disk SE, File Manager ships an update every 3 months, and Free Disk every 5 weeks. Most recently, USB Disk SE, File Manager was updated on October 17, 2026 and Free Disk on October 10, 2026.

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