FileXChange vs FileMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FileXChange
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.
- 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
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FileXChange is a powerful file manager and browser for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. Bring with you and read virtually any file, anywhere: documents, pdf's, pictures, songs, videos. With all the major Cloud services, in one app only ! ************************** With FileXChange, you can always bring with you ANY file and document to share with other iOS devices, Mac's, PC's and other smartphones. CAUTION: Music, video and other iTunes content: you can not, for commercial reasons and copyrights, access with FileXChange your iTunes library to transfer files to and from iTunes. FileXChange can anyway be used with files of other source, including music, videos and more. FileXChange features: ** CLOUD SERVICES: FileXChange supports major services on the cloud for managing files on the move: - Dropbox - Google Drive - Box - iCloud - OneDrive ** BACKGROUND FILE TRANSFER FOR Dropbox, Box, Google Drive Launch transfer and forget. You can start the transfer and then close FileXChange: come back later and see for result. No need to wait until the file has been transferred. FileXChange takes care of everything without having to stay active. ** VIRTUAL USB DRIVE: with FileXChange your iPhone or iPad becomes a flash memory where you can transfer and read files from any device, Mac, PC, smartphone, whatever, using the Wi-Fi, only with a simple Internet browser. ** WIRELESS iOS FILE SHARING WITHOUT INTERNET: you can share files between your iPhone or iPad, with other iOS devices, using the device Wi-Fi, whether you have or not an Internet connection. You think to your files and contents: FileXChange does the rest! ** COPY, CUT, DELETE AND ZIP FILES: you can move, delete, zip and unzip files and folders ** FOLDERS ADD: you may add folders and manage files ** FILE DISPLAY: FileXChange allows you to view and play the most important file formats, including: ■ Text (.doc, .docx, .rtf, and more) ■ PDF (.pdf) ■ Excel (.xls, .xlsx) ■ Powerpoint (.ppt) ■ Keynote (.key) ■ Numbers (.numbers) ■ Pages (.pages) ■ Main image formats (.png, .jpg, and more) ■ Main audio formats (.mp3, .wav, .aif, and more) ■ Major video formats (.mov, .m4v, and more) ** ONLINE HELP AND SAMPLE VIDEOS now easier to use due to sample videos and a useful quick guide you find embedded in the app. ** MULTIPLE SELECTIONS: you can select multiple files for zip or delete. ** SHARE PHOTOS FROM THE CAMERA ROLL: With FileXChange you can get the photos taken with your device, enter them in the "Pictures" folder and share them with other devices ** ZIP, UNZIP, E-MAIL: FileXChange can compress, decompress and email individual files or entire folders. ** USB FILE SHARING: to exchange large files you may take advantage of the iTunes program on your desktop by connecting your iOS device via the USB cable and saving files to and from your desktop in the FileXChange filesystem. ** PASSWORD PROTECTION: to maintain the confidentiality of your documents, FileXChange provides for password protection. ********* PRESS “FIleXChange is the new application to manage and exchange files on your iPhone, iPodTouch and iPad. With a single click, you can send any type of file towards other devices of any type“ Daily iPhone Blog 23/05/2011” FileXChange: SHARE YOUR FILES THE EASY WAY
FileMate
This app is a powerful local file manager that allows you to browse, organize, and protect your documents, photos, and videos. It offers robust privacy features like file hiding and password protection, along with convenient file transfer and archive management.
- Local file management
- Photo and video vault
- File hiding and password protection
- WiFi and iTunes file transfer
- Archive and extract (7z, rar, zip)
- File search and marking
- Customizable themes
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FileMate – Local File Manager FileMate is a powerful local file manager for iPhone that helps you easily manage, browse, transfer, and protect files. View documents, photos, videos, and archives in one place. Keep your private files safe with built-in privacy protection and password lock. Simple, fast, and designed for everyday file management. -------- Core Features File Browser Quickly view and preview many file types: • Office documents and PDF files • Text files: txt, json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml • High-resolution images and long screenshots • Audio and video playback with an efficient media player -------- File Manager Powerful tools to organize your files: • Create folders and files • Rename, copy, move, and delete files • View file attributes • Hide files for privacy Sort files by name, type, time, or size. -------- Privacy Protection Protect your private files inside the app. • Hide sensitive files • Files remain isolated from other apps • Optional password protection -------- Key Functions Add Files Add files to FileMate in multiple ways: • Create folders, text files, photos, and videos directly in the app • Import files from Photos, Files, or other apps • Transfer files between PC and iPhone via WiFi • Transfer files between Mac and iPhone using Finder or iTunes -------- Archive & Extract FileMate supports common archive formats: • 7z • rar • zip • tar Password-protected archives are supported. -------- File Search Quickly find files using: • Fuzzy search • Multi-keyword search -------- File Marking Mark important files for faster access and display them in custom sorting views. -------- Hidden Files Private files can be set as hidden. Hidden files are not shown by default and can be revealed when needed. -------- Password Lock Protect access to the app: • App password lock • Face ID / Touch ID unlock • Custom authentication timeout settings -------- Super Hidden Mode Hide all settings related to hidden files so only you know these features exist. -------- Additional Features Sharing Panel • Import files into the app in batches • Share files to other apps Theme Settings • Customize themes • Adjust folder style, menus, and text size Unread Reminder • Set reminder times for unread files -------- Contact & Feedback If you have any questions or suggestions about the product, please feel free to contact us. Email: orange_family@icloud.com QQ group: 398168949 -------- [Auto-renewable subscription service] 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Month) 2. Period: 1 Month 3. Price: $0.99 / Month 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Year) 2. Period: 1 Year 3. Price: $9.99 / Year 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FileMate at 4.6 against FileXChange's 3.4. FileMate also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 49%) and ratings volume (378 vs 7). FileXChange's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. FileXChange sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FileMate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FileMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMate has 378 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 75% of FileMate's.
FileXChange ships an update every 6 weeks, FileMate every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FileXChange | FileMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (7 ratings) | 4.6 (378 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 48.9% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 378 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 94 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iStArtApp | JUNBO JIA |
Customer experience
FileXChange
FileMate
Bugs and requests
FileXChange
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
FileMate
Reported bugs
14 issues- Videos don’t play audio
- Files can be accessed by other apps
- Videos play without sound
- MKV files not playable
- MP4 file play without sound
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- Thumbnail blank, video black screen with sound
- Import photos not working after update
- Sharing files not working after update
- More ads than before
- Full-screen ads
- Shake to hide doesn't jump out of hidden directories
- App stays in background for a long time without being killed
- Single directory with over 5000 images causes crash
- Basic functions removed after update
Requested features
20 requests- Provide multiple purchase options
- Add Face ID and Touch ID for hidden files
- Improve file viewer features (thumbnails, playlists, adjustments)
- Add folder locking to prevent accidental deletion
- Implement folder download from PC
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- Display folder space usage and phone storage remaining
- Add file property viewing
- Improve handling of large numbers of images in a directory
- Add reverse sorting option
- Improve batch selection for importing files
- Allow font size adjustment
- Add progress bar for document viewing
- Enhance support for landscape mode
- Add manual language selection
- Allow password lock on shake to hide feature
- Improve video playback (swipe to next, no sound issue)
- Auto-hide hidden items after a period of inactivity
- Fix import photos issue
- Fix sharing files issue
- Fix more ads than before
In-app purchases
FileXChange
- the upgrade to the full version$5.99
FileMate
- All Access, Removing Ad$3.991 Month
- All Access, Removing Ad$34.991 Year
- Removing Ad$9.99
- Theme, Folder and Night Mode$9.99
- Passcode Lock$9.99
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- Super Hidden$9.99
- All Features & Removing Ad$149.99









