# USB Disk vs AirDrive

The clearest difference is review sentiment: USB Disk at 71% against AirDrive's 26%. USB Disk also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (161 vs 1). AirDrive's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

USB Disk costs $0.99 and AirDrive $4.99 up front. USB Disk sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. AirDrive asks for nothing beyond the download.

USB Disk holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USB Disk has 161 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of USB Disk's written reviews are positive against 26% of AirDrive's.

USB Disk ships an update every 2 months, AirDrive every 12 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | USB Disk | AirDrive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (161 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/usb-disk/id385275533/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airdrive-wireless-hard-drive/id781508900/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **161** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **70.9% of reviews** | 26.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 200 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Imesart S.a.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/290160983) | [Sebastien BUET](https://appshunter.io/developer/321941181) |

## What reviewers say

### USB Disk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/usb-disk/id385275533)

Manage and view documents on your iPhone or iPad with this intuitive file manager. Access cloud storage, open various file types, and transfer files via iTunes. Advanced features like photo library access and PDF annotation are available via subscription.

**Highlights:** Cloud storage integration (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box), Built-in document viewer for various file types, File transfer via iTunes, Create and open zip files, Swipe navigation and file previews, Email documents and download attachments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USB Disk Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Audio Player + | $0.99 | one-time |
| Zip files support | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dropbox access | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lock code | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text editor | $0.99 | one-time |
| Evernote access | $0.99 | one-time |
| Google Drive access | $0.99 | one-time |
| OneDrive access | $0.99 | one-time |
| WebDAV access | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient file management
- 💡 Useful for storing and accessing documents
- 👍 Convenient for transferring files between devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 💰 Expensive paid features
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 🤔 Misleading app description

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to open certain file types
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Support for more file types
- Improved integration with cloud storage services
- Ability to edit and annotate files
- Better organization and folder management


### AirDrive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airdrive-wireless-hard-drive/id781508900)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless external hard drive. Easily transfer, view, and share photos, videos, music, and documents across devices without needing special software or cables. Secure your data with a pass lock and organize files efficiently.

**Highlights:** Wireless external hard drive functionality, File transfer without iTunes or software, View and share photos, videos, and music, Create and organize folders, Pass lock for data security, Download files from the internet, Create notes (drawing, audio, text)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is USB Disk free?

USB Disk costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is AirDrive free?

AirDrive costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, USB Disk or AirDrive?

USB Disk is rated higher. USB Disk averages 4.6 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while AirDrive averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do USB Disk or AirDrive have ads?

USB Disk shows ads; AirDrive does not.

### Which is updated more often, USB Disk or AirDrive?

USB Disk ships an update every 2 months, and AirDrive every 12 months. Most recently, USB Disk was updated on November 1, 2026 and AirDrive on November 1, 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.*