# FileXChange vs FileCentral for iPhone

The clearest difference is rating: FileCentral for iPhone at 4.8 against FileXChange's 3.4. FileCentral for iPhone also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 49%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). FileXChange's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FileXChange sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FileCentral for iPhone asks for nothing beyond the download.

FileCentral for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileCentral for iPhone has 180 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of FileXChange's written reviews are positive against 91% of FileCentral for iPhone's.

FileXChange ships an update every 6 weeks, FileCentral for iPhone every 6 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FileXChange | FileCentral for iPhone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filexchange-file-manager/id428955307/reviews) | **[4.8 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filecentral-for-iphone/id1023599328/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **180** |
| Positive reviews | 48.9% of reviews | **91.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 38 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [iStArtApp](https://appshunter.io/developer/370032188) | [EuroSmartz Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/299105918) |

## What reviewers say

### FileXChange

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filexchange-file-manager/id428955307)

Manage and share files across devices and cloud services. This app allows you to view, transfer, and organize various file types, including documents, media, and images, with features like wireless sharing and password protection.

**Highlights:** Cloud service integration (Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, iCloud, OneDrive), Background file transfers, Virtual USB drive via Wi-Fi, Wireless iOS file sharing without internet, File compression and decompression (ZIP), Password protection for documents, Support for viewing multiple file formats

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| the upgrade to the full version | $5.99 | one-time |


### FileCentral for iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filecentral-for-iphone/id1023599328)

Consolidate all your cloud storage, local files, and content from other apps into a single, organized hub. Seamlessly transfer files, text, and images between devices, even without a network connection, using WiFi or Bluetooth. Secure your data with password protection and fingerprint ID.

**Highlights:** Unified cloud and local file management, Cross-device file transfer (WiFi/Bluetooth), Clipboard and content sharing, View, print, email, and zip files, App and folder password protection, Create and edit text files, Sync local files with iCloud

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well organized and easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient file management
- 📂 Everything in one place
- 🔒 Passcode protection for app and private files
- 🔄 Transfer files to any device

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Thumbnails won't load
- 🐛 Hardly ever works
- 🐛 Outdated and no longer maintained
- 🐛 Login and authentication issues
- 🐛 WebDAV not working

**Reported bugs**

- Thumbnails won't load
- App hardly ever works
- App is outdated
- Minor login and authentication issues
- WebDAV not working at all

**Requested features**

- Stronger data security
- Developing encryption clarity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FileXChange free?

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

### Is FileCentral for iPhone free?

FileCentral for iPhone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FileXChange or FileCentral for iPhone?

FileCentral for iPhone is rated higher. FileXChange averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while FileCentral for iPhone averages 4.8 from 180 ratings.

### Do FileXChange or FileCentral for iPhone have ads?

Neither FileXChange nor FileCentral for iPhone shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FileXChange or FileCentral for iPhone?

FileXChange ships an update every 6 weeks, and FileCentral for iPhone every 6 months. Most recently, FileXChange was updated on November 1, 2026 and FileCentral for iPhone on November 1, 2026.

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