Comparison

Files n Folders vs FE File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Files n Folders

Access and transfer files, photos, and videos between your iOS device and Mac or Windows computers wirelessly. Organize files, save content from other apps, and manage your data efficiently.

Highlights
  • Browse computers wirelessly
  • Transfer files and folders
  • Upload photos and videos
  • Organize files on device
  • Save files from other apps
  • Unzip and create zip files
  • Save internet files
Features
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Browse your Computers (Mac & Windows) right from your iDevice over wireless network. Transfer files, pictures, videos & entire folders between computers and your device. Save files from other apps and organize files on device. Upload Photos & Videos from device to your PC or Mac. WHAT USERS ARE SAYING “ I was amazed at how fast it downloads files to my iPad ...” “ ... Syncs up fine on an enterprise network, and home network. I select entire drives to be able to browse...” “ This app is awesome, it does exactly what it says it does, it allows me to copy or use all files I have stored on my PC and it does it wirelessly using my Wi-Fi connection...” DOWNLOAD & UPLOAD FILES * Browse folders and download files & entire folders from both Mac and Windows machines to your device UPLOAD PHOTOS & VIDEOS * Select & Upload multiple files, photos & videos from your iDevice to your Mac or Windows machine FILE MANAGEMENT * Create Folders and organize files on your device * Save files from other apps on your device. Example, you can save important attachments from the Mail app for later access * Share files with others * Open files in other apps (e.g. open PDFs in iBooks for a better reading experience) * Sort and Search files in a folder OPEN FILES All iOS Supported Types -> MS Office, PDF, Text, HTML, Photos, Zips, Videos ENHANCED MEDIA FUNCTIONS * Photos Slideshow * Audio Playlist with auto loop * Video Playlist with auto loop ZIP FILES * Unzip saved compressed files on your device * Create zip files from folders on your device SAVE EMAILS * Emails & attachments can be saved as a package using the 'Envelope' app - http://www.PiEnvelope.com INTERNET FILES * Browse the internet and save files from the web * Save webpages as HTML or as PDF * Capture and save web screenshots PRICE The app is free to download and allows opening and uploading total of 11 files, after which you can purchase the app for $1.99. The purchase gives you the app for ALL your devices that use the same iCloud user id. Its a one-time/lifetime purchase - there is NO Subscription. DESKTOP APP The app requires a free desktop app to be installed to perform the transfers. This app can be downloaded from the app's website. NOTE: 1. Only videos supported by the Photos app can be added to it. 2. Save web pages as PDF saves the pages internally as images 3. App not tested with Asian language file names - Chinese, Korean,.. 4. The in-app purchase is an interaction between You and Apple. The app has No access to your username,password,card details.

About

FE File Explorer

Manage files across your devices and cloud storage. Access and transfer documents, photos, and media from computers, NAS, and cloud services directly on your iPhone or iPad without downloading.

Highlights
  • Access network shares (SMB/CIFS)
  • Connect to WebDAV, FTP, SFTP servers
  • Integrate with Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box
  • Stream media from network/cloud
  • Transfer files between devices
  • Direct file management on remote storage
Features
Currently charting
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FE File Explorer is a file manager app on your iPhone and iPad. It can access not only local files, but also files on your computer, NAS and cloud storages. Transfer files among those locations. Stream movies and music to your iPhone/iPad. Directly view and manage documents, photos, files on your computer and cloud without downloading to your iPhone/iPad. FEATURES: * Access network shares on macOS, Windows, Linux, Time Capsule, NAS via SMB/CIFS protocol. * Access WebDAV Server, FTP Server and SFTP Server * Access cloud storages: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box. * Automatically discover comptuers, NAS and servers when you setup new connections. * View, copy, move, rename and delete your files right on iPhone/iPad. * Stream movies and musics from network shares and cloud storages to iPhone/iPad. * AirPlay photos, musics and movies on Apple TV. * Sort and search files * Archive and unarchive files * Dark Mode * Multiple windows on iPad * Integrated with iOS Files app * Distribute configurations via MDM (Mobile Device Management). * Built-in FTP Server and HTTP Server * File Transfer: Copy files among servers, cloud storages, iPhone and iPad. Transfer files by drag and drop. Nearby file transfer: Directly transfer files between two nearby iOS devices. ===== CONTACT US ===== Email: support@skyjos.com Twitter: @SkyjosApps Facebook: @SkyjosApp

Screenshots

Files n Folders4 screens
FE File Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Files n Folders at Free against FE File Explorer's $4.99. Files n Folders also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). FE File Explorer's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and review sentiment (67% vs 28%). On update cadence, ads 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

Files n Folders is free to download; FE File Explorer costs $4.99 up front. Files n Folders sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. FE File Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FE File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FE File Explorer has 5.8K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Files n Folders's written reviews are positive against 67% of FE File Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Files n Folders ships an update every 2 months, FE File Explorer every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Files n Folders versus FE File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFiles n FoldersFE File Explorer
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating3.3 (7 ratings)4.7 (5.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.5% of reviews67.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings75.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#33 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB103 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAashish PatilSkyjos Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Files n Folders

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive27.5%
Neutral11.6%
Negative60.8%

FE File Explorer

All ratings5,779 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews514 reviews
Positive67.3%
Neutral9.3%
Negative23.3%

Bugs and requests

Files n Folders

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

FE File Explorer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Video playback issues, including audio-video sync problems
  • Inability to transfer files from local storage to external drives
  • Unreliable SMB and FTP connectivity
  • Recent update breaking existing functionality

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to password-protect individual folders
  • Improved navigation for large file/folder lists
  • Sync functionality between devices
  • Chromecast support
  • Integrated PDF annotation tools
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  • Ability to edit photos and videos within the app

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Files n Folders

One-time2
  • WiFi Files (iPhone/iPod Touch)$0.99
  • Files n Folders (Full)$2.99
None

FE File Explorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Files n Folders free?
Files n Folders is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FE File Explorer free?
FE File Explorer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Files n Folders or FE File Explorer?
FE File Explorer is rated higher. Files n Folders averages 3.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while FE File Explorer averages 4.7 from 5.8K ratings.
Do Files n Folders or FE File Explorer have ads?
Neither Files n Folders nor FE File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Files n Folders or FE File Explorer?
Files n Folders ships an update every 2 months, and FE File Explorer every 5 weeks. Most recently, Files n Folders was updated on October 23, 2026 and FE File Explorer on October 23, 2026.

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