Comparison

FileViewer USB for iPhone vs File Manager

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

Head to head
About

FileViewer USB for iPhone

This app allows you to view, store, transfer, print, and email a wide variety of file types on your iPhone. It offers robust PDF viewing capabilities, supports numerous document and media formats, and integrates with cloud storage services.

Highlights
  • View over 30 file types
  • Robust PDF reader
  • File and folder management
  • Transfer via USB, Wi-Fi, AirDrop, Email
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Print documents and images
Features
Currently charting
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OVERVIEW • FileViewer USB is a file viewing, storage, transfer, printing, and email application for the iPhone. It includes one of the best PDF viewers for the iPhone and can also view many other file types. Files are transferred to FileViewer USB, via iTunes (Finder in Mac OS 10.15 Catalina), using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, or via email, AirDrop, the Files app, or connected devices such as thumb drives. FILE VIEWING • Supported file types for direct viewing or listening include portable document format (.pdf), Microsoft Word (.doc & .docx), rich text format (.rtf), plain text files (.txt), Microsoft Excel (.xls & .xlsx), Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt & .pptx), iWork files (.pages, .key, & .numbers), HTML documents (.html & .htm), web archives (.webarchive), image files (.jpg, .jpeg, .jp2, single & multipage .tif/.tiff, .gif, .bmp, & .png), audio files (.m4a - Apple Lossless & AAC formats, .mp3, .wav, and .aif), video files (.mp4, .m4v, .mov, and .3gp), and other file types (.h, .m, .c, .java, .js, .csv, & .log). • PDF reader is fast, handles large pdf files, and opens password-protected pdfs. A thumbnail scroll bar feature facilitates viewing of long documents. Pages can be bookmarked. Other features include search, markup functionality, and table of contents view. • Photos from the Photos app on the iPhone can be transferred to and viewed in FileViewer. • Images can be copied from this app to the device's camera roll. Images in a given folder can be viewed as a slide show. • Landscape mode as well as zooming and panning is supported for viewing documents and images. FILE & FOLDER MANAGEMENT • Folders can be created to organize files. • Files and folders can be deleted and renamed as well as moved or copied from one folder to another. • Multiple files can be deleted or moved to a different folder at the same time. • FileViewer files can be opened in other apps on the iPhone. • File and folder lists can be filtered by file type, folders, search phrase, and first letter of name. • Files and folders can be sorted by date, size, and modification date (ascending & descending). • Global file search. • Zip archives can be transferred to and unzipped in FileViewer, providing easy one-step transfer of groups of files and/or folders. Zip archives can be created from files and folders stored in FileViewer USB. • Capability to save many document types as a PDF. • Dragging and dropping of files into folders. AIRDROP • With AirDrop, users can share files directly between supported iOS devices, as well as between an iOS device and computer. SOCIAL MEDIA • Post images and web pages to Facebook and Twitter. EMAIL • Files ≤ 20 MB can be emailed as an attachment. • Email attachments can be transferred from the Mail app to FileViewer USB. PRINTING • Documents and images can be printed to AirPrint/ePrint compatible printers. CLOUD STORAGE • Connectivity to iCloud Drive, Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive. AIRPLAY & DISPLAYING FILES ON AN EXTERNAL DISPLAY • Using AirPlay, you can wirelessly stream iPhone screen output, via an Apple TV, to an HDTV. • Audio can be wirelessly streamed using AirPlay, via an Apple TV, to an audio system. REQUIREMENTS • iOS 15 (or higher). • Files are transferred to FileViewer USB, via iTunes (Finder in Mac OS 10.15 Catalina), using a Wi-Fi or USB connection, or via email, AirDrop, the Files app, or connected devices such as thumb drives. SECURITY • Use your fingerprint, Face ID, or a password to protect access to FileViewer USB. • Individual files are protected using iOS data protection. HELP • Help is built into and available from within the FileViewer USB application.

About

File Manager

This app is a powerful file manager that allows for quick multitasking and editing of various file types. It supports cloud storage integration, secure file transfer, and robust document viewing and editing capabilities.

Highlights
  • 3-Finger Task Switching
  • Cloud Storage Integration
  • FTP/HTTP/WebDAV Sharing
  • Document Reader & Text Editor
  • Zip Archiving with Encryption
  • Passcode Security
Features
Currently charting
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"The ability to use multi touch to quickly move between viewing and editing files is also very good if you’re willing to utilize it." - Touch Reviews ***** Folder Plus is an In-App Multitasking Capable File Manager/Viewer/Editor, with 3-Finger Swipes You Switch between Tasks of File Managing, Viewing, Editing, etc QUICKLY ***** Folder Plus's Features - Total File Manager - Exclusive 3-Finger Task Switch - Lightning Fast USB File Transfer - Robust FTP/HTTP/WebDAV Sharing Server - Support Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, iCloud, OneDrive - Wide Range of Supported File Types - Document Reader - Text Editor - Audio Recorder - Simple Image Editor - Media Player - Structured Directory Browsing - View Restore of Long Documents - Zip Archiver (compress & decompress, secure with password encryption) - Long Press to Bring up Context Menu - Multiple Files/Folders Operations - Attach Files/Folders to Emails - Search - Auto Recovery of Editing Documents - Passcode Security - WiFi Authentication (FTP/HTTP/WebDAV) - User Account Manager (FTP/HTTP/WebDAV) - Send Files as Email Attachments - Open Files in Compatible Apps (iBooks, ...) - Open Supported Files Requested by Other Apps (Safari, Mail Attachments, ...) - Portrait/Landscape Support - Support Translation for Selected Text When Reading Documents (PDF, DOC, PAGES) - Support Thumbnails - Support AirPrint Supported File Types - PDF Files - Microsoft Office Files (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) - iWork Files (Pages, Numbers and Keynote) - Image Files (JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, PSD) - HTML Files - Web Archives - Plain Text Files - Audio Files (MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAVE, AIFF, CAF) - Video Files (QuickTime, MP4, M4V, MPV) - Archive Files (.zip/.cbz, .rar/.cbr, .7z/.cb7; handle passwords, splits) Supported File Operations - Folder/Sub-Folder Creation - Text File Creation/Editing - Image File Creation/Editing - Audio Recording Creation - Take Photos & Video - Import Photos & Video from the Photos App - Export Photos & Video to the Photos App - Open as Text File - Move/Copy/Zip/Email/Delete on Single/Multiple File(s)/Folder(s) - Folder Merge during Copying/Moving - View File/Folder Properties - Rename Files/Folders - Search Files/Folders - Search within Search USB Transfer Client - Folder Plus USB Recommended FTP Clients - Cyberduck - Filezilla - Windows Explorer Recommended WebDAV Clients - Mac OS X's Finder - Windows Explorer - Cyberduck Recommended Browser for Web Transfer - Chrome - Safari - Firefox * All listed clients/browsers can be thought of file manager apps as well running on desktop to manage the files off device WiFi Transfer Requirements A WiFi connection is required to transfer document files between Folder Plus and FTP/HTTP/Web clients More features are on the way

Screenshots

FileViewer USB for iPhone4 screens
File Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: File Manager at 4.4 against FileViewer USB for iPhone's 4.0. File Manager also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 56%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). FileViewer USB for iPhone's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position 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

FileViewer USB for iPhone costs $3.99 and File Manager $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager has 242 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of FileViewer USB for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 84% of File Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileViewer USB for iPhone ships an update every 4 months, File Manager every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
FileViewer USB for iPhone versus File Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileViewer USB for iPhoneFile Manager
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)4.4 (242 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews83.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2242 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#172#160 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.08.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMitchell COHENThe Very Games

Customer experience

FileViewer USB for iPhone

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral12.7%
Negative31.7%

File Manager

All ratings242 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews320 reviews
Positive83.8%
Neutral2.5%
Negative13.8%

Bugs and requests

FileViewer USB for iPhone

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

File Manager

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on startup
  • Incompatible with latest iOS
  • Unable to save images to library
  • MP3 files crash the app
  • FTP connection issues

Requested features

8 requests
  • Touch ID
  • Folder password protection
  • Larger photo preview
  • Update for new iOS versions
  • Bluetooth file transfer
Show 3 more
  • Rotation lock in full screen
  • Folder color customization
  • Folder locking

In-app purchases

None

FileViewer USB for iPhone

No in-app purchases

None

File Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FileViewer USB for iPhone free?
FileViewer USB for iPhone costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is File Manager free?
File Manager costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FileViewer USB for iPhone or File Manager?
File Manager is rated higher. FileViewer USB for iPhone averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.4 from 242 ratings.
Do FileViewer USB for iPhone or File Manager have ads?
Neither FileViewer USB for iPhone nor File Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FileViewer USB for iPhone or File Manager?
FileViewer USB for iPhone ships an update every 4 months, and File Manager every 3 weeks. Most recently, FileViewer USB for iPhone was updated on September 25, 2026 and File Manager on September 27, 2026.
Which is more popular, FileViewer USB for iPhone or File Manager?
FileViewer USB for iPhone currently peaks at #172 in the App Store charts, and File Manager at #160. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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