# 4shared Mobile vs Google Drive

The clearest difference is ads: Google Drive at none against 4shared Mobile's shown. Google Drive also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (7.8M vs 1.1K). 4shared Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 4shared Mobile sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Google Drive sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Drive holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Drive has 7.8M ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of 4shared Mobile's written reviews are positive against 65% of Google Drive's.

4shared Mobile ships an update every 2 months, Google Drive weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 4shared Mobile | Google Drive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4shared-mobile/id444426162/reviews) | **[4.8 (7.8M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-drive/id507874739/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **7.8M** |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | **65.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#8** |
| Size | 57 MB | 439 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [New IT Solutions Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/444426165) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### 4shared Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4shared-mobile/id444426162)

Access and manage your files securely in the cloud with 15GB of free storage. Stream music, watch videos, read documents, and share files easily from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Cloud file access and management, 15GB free storage, Offline file access, File sharing via email and social media, Data backup, Music player with playlists, Video and document viewing

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 4shared PRO | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 4shared PRO | $13.99 | per 6 months |
| 4shared PRO | $19.99 | per year |
| Ad Free Version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient file storage and sharing
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 💯 Excellent for music and media
- 🌟 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Account and login issues
- 🚫 Inability to download or access files
- 📵 Requires internet connection for basic functionality

**Reported bugs**

- White screen on launch
- Incompatibility with iOS 14
- Deleted files not saving properly
- Ads causing disruption

**Requested features**

- Add search function
- Improve offline capabilities
- Implement playlists and better music management
- Support for Face ID and Touch ID


### Google Drive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-drive/id507874739)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Productivity, #15 Top Grossing · Productivity, #53 Top Free (US App Store)

Securely store, organize, and access your files from any device. Collaborate with others, scan documents, and search for content with ease. Offers advanced features for businesses and individuals.

**Highlights:** Secure cloud storage, File organization, Cross-device access, Document scanning, File sharing and permissions, Offline access, AI-powered insights (Workspace)

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient cloud storage
- 🔒 Secure file backup
- 👍 Easy file sharing and collaboration
- 👍 Accessible from any device
- 🚀 Seamless integration with other Google apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable uploads and syncing
- 🔍 Difficult file organization and navigation
- 🔍 Limited editing capabilities within the app
- 🔋 High battery drain on mobile devices

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with older iOS versions
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent file upload and download performance

**Requested features**

- Allow bulk file/folder management
- Improve offline file access and editing
- Integrate more advanced productivity tools
- Enhance search and file organization features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 4shared Mobile free?

4shared Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Google Drive free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 4shared Mobile or Google Drive?

Google Drive is rated higher. 4shared Mobile averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Google Drive averages 4.8 from 7.8M ratings.

### Do 4shared Mobile or Google Drive have ads?

4shared Mobile shows ads; Google Drive does not.

### Which is updated more often, 4shared Mobile or Google Drive?

4shared Mobile ships an update every 2 months, and Google Drive weekly. Most recently, 4shared Mobile was updated on September 24, 2026 and Google Drive on September 24, 2026.

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