Comparison

Nutstore vs ES File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Nutstore

Securely store, sync, and access your files from any device. Organize and share documents, photos, and videos with features like offline access and version history. Offers professional-grade cloud storage with flexible subscription plans.

Highlights
  • Automatic file synchronization across devices
  • Offline access via favorite folders
  • File sharing with access control
  • Incremental backup and version history
  • WebDAV protocol support for third-party apps
  • Smart file viewer with reading position restore
Features
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Nutstore is a cloud storage service that lets you access your photos, videos, and documents anywhere and anytime. After you install Nutstore on your computer, any file you save to your Nutstore will automatically synchronize to all your Mac, PC and the Nutstore website. WebDAV protocol is well supported so that popular apps, like iWork, GoodReader, notability, Zotero, etc., can read and write files stored in Nutstore. Initiative feature, Favorite Folder, is designed for offline access. All files in the favorite folder will be updated from LAN desktop client, fast and automatically. Then You can access these favorite files anywhere even without network. Nutstore allows you sync any folder. Organize files as your wish and share with friends easily. Nutstore also has other great features: incremental backup, history version restoring, share access control and etc. With the Nutstore app, you can easily access your Nutstore from iPhone and iPad. Features: - Favorite folder for offline access - View Office, PDF, Photos and Multimedia files directly. - Smart file viewer: automatically save and restore file reading position. - Cache opened files for offline access. - Create and edit text file; automatically upload to the server after saving. - Upload/Backup photos, videos and documents to Nutstore. - Easily share files with friends. - Easily access all your files in Nutstore. We offer in-app purchases for "Nutstore Standard Pro" and "Nutstore Advanced Pro" which include unlimited upload and download data transfer, and additional features. The amount will be charged to your iTunes account and will vary by plan and country. You’ll see the total price before completing payment. "Nutstore Standard Pro" and "Nutstore Advanced Pro" are auto-renew subscriptions.The subscriptions are valid for one year. "Nutstore Standard Pro" is $40.99 yearly and "Nutstore Advanced Pro" is $86.99 yearly(pricing may vary in countries other than the U.S.) To avoid renewal, you must turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before your subscription ends. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings. Privacy Policy:http://help.jianguoyun.com/?p=3961 Terms of Service: http://help.jianguoyun.com/?page_id=490

About

ES File Explorer

Manage local and network files with this comprehensive tool. It offers file transfer, compression, built-in media players, cloud storage integration, and editing capabilities for various document and code formats.

Highlights
  • File management and sorting
  • WiFi and face-to-face file transfer
  • ZIP, RAR, 7Z compression/decompression
  • Built-in audio/video player
  • Cloud storage aggregation
  • Remote service access (SMB, FTP, WebDAV)
  • PDF and code editor
Features
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ES File Explorer is a local and network file management tool that can help you manage files easily. 【The main function】 -File management You can create new directories, rename, move, delete files, etc. Support file sorting by name, date, size The iPad version supports features such as split screen, picture-in-picture, and drag-and-drop operations between apps - file transfer WiFi transmission function: support the transfer of files between the mobile terminal and the computer terminal Face-to-face fast transfer function: support for transferring files between mobile phones -Compress and decompress Support the compression and decompression of ZIP, RAR, 7Z format files Support Chinese password -Built-in audio and video player Support functions: double-speed playback (0.5~2.0), background playback, small window playback, etc. Can directly play audio and video resources in the network disk, local area, and local area network -Netdisk aggregation No need to download, you can access and use the files in the network disk Support simultaneous login with multiple accounts on the same network disk Support mainstream network disks such as Baidu network disk, google drive, OneDrive, dropbox, etc. -Remote service access: SMB, FTP, WebDAV -Built-in PDF editor Support PDF file browsing PDF file editing: supports highlight, underline, strikethrough, pen and other functions -Built-in novel reader Support TXT, EPUB format, continuous optimization -Built-in code editor Supports browsing and editing of 47 code formats such as json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml, net, etc. Support code theme switching, font size adjustment, encoding format adjustment -Other functions Automatic backup function: support incremental backup of system albums and ES local files to Baidu network disk, SMB, FTP, WebDAV Recycle bin function: support ES local files to be temporarily stored in the ES recycle bin after deletion to prevent file loss Browser: Support web browsing Application lock: protect user privacy and safety ES PRO - When you purchase ES PRO, you will Unlock all premium features. - ES PRO is billed monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to the selected plan. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - According to the Apple Store policy, your subscription will be automatically renewed after the free trial ends. - Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period. - Your account will be charged according to your plan for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. Terms of Service: http://esfile.do-global.com/h5/user_manual.html Privacy Policy: http://www.estrongs.com/privacyStatement/en/index.htm Email: esfileexplorerfeedback@outlook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialESFileExplorer/ YouTube: https://goo.gl/YVXXV3

Screenshots

Nutstore4 screens
ES File Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

Nutstore and ES File Explorer both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Nutstore's written reviews are positive against 64% of ES File Explorer's. ES File Explorer's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 431) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

Both are free to download. Nutstore sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per year and ES File Explorer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Nutstore against 4.6 for ES File Explorer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ES File Explorer has 15K ratings behind it against 431, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Nutstore's written reviews are positive against 64% of ES File Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nutstore ships an update monthly, ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Nutstore versus ES File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNutstoreES File Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (431 ratings) — better4.6 (15K ratings)
Positive reviews89.2% of reviews — better63.7% of reviews
Number of ratings43115K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB263 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperYicun Network Technology Co. Ltd.Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Nutstore

All ratings431 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral1.4%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive89.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative9.0%

ES File Explorer

All ratings15,195 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews1,148 reviews
Positive63.7%
Neutral8.9%
Negative27.4%

User reviews

Nutstore

From 431 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable sync across multiple platforms
  • 👍 Simple, clean, and intuitive user interface
  • 🔒 Secure and private cloud storage solution
  • 🌍 Works seamlessly in China without blocking
  • 💼 Excellent for cross-platform file sharing and collaboration

Room to improve

  • 📦 Limited free storage capacity (1GB)
  • ⚠️ Easy to accidentally change local/cloud sync settings
  • 🔘 Non-intuitive folder sync setup process
  • 👥 Limited number of people for folder sharing
  • 📹 Free version has insufficient bandwidth for video uploads

ES File Explorer

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful file management
  • 📁 Extensive file format support
  • 🔒 Secure folder access
  • 🎵 Excellent built-in media player
  • 🔗 Seamless network connectivity

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔍 Search functionality issues
  • 🔇 Music playback problems
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues with FTP/SFTP

Bugs and requests

Nutstore

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cannot upload local photos on iPhone 5, 5s, 7 Plus
  • App crashes when selecting files to upload from other apps (v5.0.1)
  • Large PDF files (>20MB) fail to open with no download indicator
  • Sync status information displays incorrectly
  • Poor customer support response for technical issues

Requested features

8 requests
  • Increase free storage capacity to 3GB monthly for uploads/downloads
  • Add Face ID authentication option for iOS
  • Improve Windows client startup speed
  • Add thumbnail preview for image files instead of generic icons
  • Increase free version bandwidth for video uploads
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  • Auto-sync bookmarks between browsers
  • Support multiple synchronized folders in macOS version
  • Expand bandwidth partnerships with ISPs

ES File Explorer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Deleted all user files after update
  • Unable to connect to SMB servers
  • Video playback issues with certain file types
  • Inconsistent behavior when using VPN

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved file compression tools
  • More customization options
  • Better integration with Apple ecosystem
  • Enhanced audio/video playback controls

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Nutstore

Subscriptions2
  • Nutstore Pro for One Year$34.991 Year
  • Nutstore Advanced Pro for One Year$69.991 Year
7 purchases

ES File Explorer

Subscriptions4
  • ES Pro(1 month)7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • ES Pro(1 month)$6.991 Month
  • ES Pro(1 year)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • ES Pro(1 year)$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • ES remove ads$1.99
  • ES lifetime vip$4.99
  • ES lifetime vip$6.99

Questions

Is Nutstore free?
Nutstore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ES File Explorer free?
ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Nutstore or ES File Explorer?
Nutstore is rated higher. Nutstore averages 4.7 out of 5 from 431 ratings, while ES File Explorer averages 4.6 from 15K ratings.
Do Nutstore or ES File Explorer have ads?
Neither Nutstore nor ES File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nutstore or ES File Explorer?
Nutstore ships an update monthly, and ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Nutstore was updated on September 24, 2026 and ES File Explorer on September 25, 2026.

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