# FileViewer USB for iPhone vs File Manager

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | FileViewer USB for iPhone | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$3.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fileviewer-usb-for-iphone/id382994576/reviews) | **[4.4 (242 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-folder-plus/id484856077/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **242** |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **83.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #178 | **#166** |
| Size | 17 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mitchell COHEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/301383007) | [The Very Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/446357089) |

## What reviewers say

### FileViewer USB for iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fileviewer-usb-for-iphone/id382994576)

**Currently charting:** #178 Top Paid · Business (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-folder-plus/id484856077)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Paid · Business (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Excellent capability
- 👍 Simple to use and organize
- 👍 Favorite app
- 👍 Highly recommended

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No Good for IPad USB
- 🐛 No longer compatible with Mac OS app
- 🐛 Outdated
- 🐛 Abandonware
- 🐛 Need a Mac

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Touch ID
- Folder password protection
- Larger photo preview
- Update for new iOS versions
- Bluetooth file transfer


## Frequently asked 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 #178 in the App Store charts, and File Manager at #166. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*