# Files HD Pro vs File Manager

Files HD Pro and File Manager both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 59% of Files HD Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of File Manager's. Files HD Pro also leads on ratings volume (215 vs 22). File Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months). On rating and ads there is nothing between them.

Files HD Pro costs $4.99 and File Manager $3.99 up front. Files HD Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. File Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Files HD Pro against 4.7 for File Manager. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files HD Pro has 215 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Files HD Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of File Manager's.

Files HD Pro ships an update every 7 months, File Manager every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Files HD Pro | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.7 (215 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-hd-pro/id380641055/reviews) | **[4.7 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-browser/id1449407902/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **215** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 56 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hian Zin Jong](https://appshunter.io/developer/298442756) | [Binh Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1386007300) |

## What reviewers say

### Files HD Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-hd-pro/id380641055)

This app acts as a versatile file manager and web browser, allowing you to download and store documents for offline access. It supports a wide range of file types with robust viewing capabilities, cloud integration, and secure file transfer options.

**Highlights:** Tabbed web browser, Download manager with resume support, File manager with folder support, Dropbox integration, Advanced PDF viewer, Photo viewer with swipe navigation, File transfer via Wi-Fi and FTP

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Intuitive file management
- 🔒 Secure browsing
- 💡 Useful for downloading media
- 👍 Great for iPad users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with iOS updates
- 🐛 Download issues and errors
- 🐛 Unreliable performance
- 🐛 Buggy browser

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening media files
- Fails to download files consistently
- Loses browsing session and downloads when app is closed
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions
- Issues with file renaming and organization

**Requested features**

- Add support for more video/audio formats
- Improve file management features
- Implement a way to resume interrupted downloads
- Add option to adjust video playback speed
- Improve integration with other apps (e.g. iCloud, Dropbox)


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-browser/id1449407902)

Organize, protect, and access your files with ease. This app offers secure file management, including password protection, dark mode, and a built-in media player. It supports a wide range of document types and allows for easy sharing and downloading of non-audiovisual content.

**Highlights:** Secure file and folder protection with passcodes, Dark mode for enhanced viewing, Built-in media player, Document viewer for various file types, File import/export and sharing, Web browser with download capabilities

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Files HD Pro free?

Files HD Pro costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is File Manager free?

File Manager costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Files HD Pro or File Manager?

File Manager is rated higher. Files HD Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 215 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.7 from 22 ratings.

### Do Files HD Pro or File Manager have ads?

Neither Files HD Pro nor File Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Files HD Pro or File Manager?

Files HD Pro ships an update every 7 months, and File Manager every 2 weeks. Most recently, Files HD Pro was updated on August 13, 2026 and File Manager on September 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*