Comparison

USB Disk SE, File Manager vs Nero AirBurn

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

Nero AirBurn

Wirelessly transfer media and data from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to Nero Burning ROM for archiving onto CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. Avoid cables and manage your disc burning process remotely.

Highlights
  • Wireless burning over Wi-Fi
  • Select media from mobile device
  • Add files from other apps
  • Supports CD, DVD, Blu-ray
  • Rewritable disc formatting
  • Burning completion notifications
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Nero AirBurn App makes copying and archiving the precious files from your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch® a breeze. The app works in combination with Nero Burning ROM (2015 and higher versions). Just create a compilation of your media or data on your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch® wherever you are. Coming home just send it via Wi-Fi® to Nero Burning ROM! It’s automatically added to Nero Burning ROM and will be burned to CD, DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ instantly. Gone are the times of fiddling with cables, and digging through your devices file system. Nero AirBurn will directly notify you on your device when burning is finished. Take the disc and give it away, put it to your shelf, or directly enjoy with family and friends. Features: -‘Burning over the Air’ - no need to connect your iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch® via a cable. It’s all done almost magically over your Wi-Fi network - Select the media or data you want to have burned on your mobile device and Nero Burning ROM will do the rest - automatically - Add files to Nero AirBurn compilations straight from your favorite apps. Nero AirBurn will show the added items automatically - Nero AirBurn supports compilation functions and disc formats of Nero Burning ROM (CD, DVD, Blu-ray-Disc™) - When you use rewritable discs Nero AirBurn allows re-formatting your disc with just one click within the app - Nero AirBurn will show a message on your device when disc burning is finished Please note: Access to the same network is required for Nero Burning ROM and your mobile device. It is highly recommended to use only in private and secured wireless networks.

Screenshots

USB Disk SE, File Manager4 screens
Nero AirBurn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: USB Disk SE, File Manager at 4.4 against Nero AirBurn's 3.4. USB Disk SE, File Manager also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 14 months) and review sentiment (76% vs 50%). Nero AirBurn's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. USB Disk SE, File Manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Nero AirBurn 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 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Disk SE, File Manager has 855 ratings behind it against 8, 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 Nero AirBurn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USB Disk SE, File Manager ships an update every 2 months, Nero AirBurn every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
USB Disk SE, File Manager versus Nero AirBurn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Disk SE, File ManagerNero AirBurn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (855 ratings) — better3.4 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings855 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 14 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImesart S.a.r.l.Nero AG

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%

Nero AirBurn

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral37.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative30.0%

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

Nero AirBurn

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

Nero AirBurn

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 Nero AirBurn free?
Nero AirBurn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, USB Disk SE, File Manager or Nero AirBurn?
USB Disk SE, File Manager is rated higher. USB Disk SE, File Manager averages 4.4 out of 5 from 855 ratings, while Nero AirBurn averages 3.4 from 8 ratings.
Do USB Disk SE, File Manager or Nero AirBurn have ads?
Both USB Disk SE, File Manager and Nero AirBurn show ads.
Which is updated more often, USB Disk SE, File Manager or Nero AirBurn?
USB Disk SE, File Manager ships an update every 2 months, and Nero AirBurn every 14 months. Most recently, USB Disk SE, File Manager was updated on October 31, 2026 and Nero AirBurn on October 24, 2026.

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