# USB Disk vs File Manager

The clearest difference is price: File Manager at Free against USB Disk's $0.99. File Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (84% vs 71%). USB Disk's advantage is chart position (#184 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

File Manager is free to download; USB Disk costs $0.99 up front. USB Disk sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and File Manager sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for USB Disk against 4.5 for File Manager. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 160 and 98 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of USB Disk's written reviews are positive against 84% of File Manager's.

USB Disk ships an update every 3 months, File Manager every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | USB Disk | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (160 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/usb-disk/id385275533/reviews)** | [4.5 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **160** | 98 |
| Positive reviews | 70.9% of reviews | **84.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#184** | — |
| Size | 200 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Imesart S.a.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/290160983) | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) |

## What reviewers say

### USB Disk

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

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

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


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346)

Easily exchange files and folders between multiple mobile devices wirelessly. Monitor transfer progress, open files directly within the app, and manage your local file system. Supports various file types and offers customization options for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Exchange files and folders between multiple phones, View transfer progress, Open files within the app, Upload files via Wi-Fi (HTTP/FTP), Record voice and video, Edit file system (create, move, delete), Share files via email and social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| File Transfer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| Simple Vedio | $0.99 | one-time |
| Encryption Compression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text Search | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is USB Disk free?

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

### Is File Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, USB Disk or File Manager?

USB Disk is rated higher. USB Disk averages 4.6 out of 5 from 160 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.5 from 98 ratings.

### Do USB Disk or File Manager have ads?

USB Disk shows ads; File Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, USB Disk or File Manager?

USB Disk ships an update every 3 months, and File Manager every 4 months. Most recently, USB Disk was updated on October 18, 2026 and File Manager on October 16, 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.*