# Files HD vs File Manager Document Explorer

The clearest difference is ads: Files HD at none against File Manager Document Explorer's shown. Files HD also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 48%) and ratings volume (403 vs 32). File Manager Document Explorer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Files HD sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and File Manager Document Explorer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Files HD against 4.7 for File Manager Document Explorer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Files HD has 403 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Files HD's written reviews are positive against 48% of File Manager Document Explorer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Files HD | File Manager Document Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (403 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-hd-file-manager/id383846063/reviews) | **[4.7 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-document-explorer/id1382742626/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **403** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | **66.2% of reviews** | 47.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 56 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hian Zin Jong](https://appshunter.io/developer/298442756) | [颖欣 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265860370) |

## What reviewers say

### Files HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-hd-file-manager/id383846063)

This app provides a web browser to save documents for offline access, along with a robust file manager and viewer for various document types. It supports Dropbox integration, advanced PDF viewing, and secure file transfer options.

**Highlights:** Web browser with offline saving, Built-in file manager, Advanced PDF reader, Dropbox integration, Secure file transfer, Passcode lock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Full Version Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure
- 💡 Useful for offline viewing
- 👍 Great browser functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable downloads
- 🔒 Security concerns (hacked email)
- 💰 Expensive full version

**Reported bugs**

- Can't download videos anymore
- Can't open downloaded files
- Freezes when trying to bookmark a URL
- Crashes on iOS 13
- Doesn't work with iOS 11

**Requested features**

- Add equalizer
- Restore deleted files
- Integrate with cloud storage
- Allow moving downloaded files to music/video library
- Add playlist functionality


### File Manager Document Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-document-explorer/id1382742626)

Browse, manage, and protect your files and documents on your iPhone or iPad. Organize files into folders, edit various document types, and secure your private data with a password. Supports a wide range of file formats and video playback.

**Highlights:** File and document browsing, Private file locking and management, Edit and organize files in folders, Extract zip archives (rar & 7z), Support for 100+ document formats, Password protection for files, Import files via Wi-Fi and iTunes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $1.49 | per month |
| Folder Manager Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Files HD free?

Files HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is File Manager Document Explorer free?

File Manager Document Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

File Manager Document Explorer is rated higher. Files HD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 403 ratings, while File Manager Document Explorer averages 4.7 from 32 ratings.

### Do Files HD or File Manager Document Explorer have ads?

File Manager Document Explorer shows ads; Files HD does not.

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

Files HD ships an update every 3 months, and File Manager Document Explorer every 3 months. Most recently, Files HD was updated on October 9, 2026 and File Manager Document Explorer on October 13, 2026.

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