Comparison

Rumpus vs Remote File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Rumpus

This app allows server administrators to monitor and manage their Rumpus file transfer server remotely. Users can view server operations, track user activity, and manage file uploads and user accounts directly from their iPhone or iPad.

Highlights
  • Monitor server operation
  • Review user activity
  • View recent file uploads
  • Manage user accounts
  • Add new user accounts
Features
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Monitor and manage your Rumpus file transfer server right from your iPhone or iPad! Using the Rumpus Mobile Console app, server administrators can: - Monitor overall server operation - Review current user activity - View recent file uploads - Manage and add new user accounts For full details about this app and the Rumpus FTP & Web file transfer server, visit: www.maxum.com

About

Remote File Explorer

Access files on your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer, as well as cloud storage like Dropbox, directly from your iPhone or iPad. Transfer, manage, and view your documents, photos, and videos with built-in readers and players.

Highlights
  • Access remote computers (Mac, Windows, Linux)
  • Connect to Dropbox and cloud storage
  • Transfer files between devices
  • Search files by name
  • Built-in photo viewer
  • Video and music player
  • Document reader for Office and iWork
Features
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# Remote File Explorer – LAN File Manager Access, organize, and manage files across your local network with **Remote File Explorer**. Connect to Windows PCs, Macs, Linux servers, NAS devices, FTP/SFTP servers, WebDAV storage, and more—all from your iPhone or iPad. Browse remote folders, transfer files at high speed, stream media without downloading, edit documents, and securely manage your network storage with an intuitive interface designed for both everyday users and IT professionals. ## Key Features • Connect to SMB/CIFS, SFTP, FTP, FTPS, WebDAV, NFS, and SSH servers • Automatically discover devices on your local network with Bonjour and network scanning • Browse, copy, move, rename, delete, and organize remote files and folders • Upload and download files with support for background transfers • Resume interrupted transfers and manage multiple transfer queues • Stream videos and music directly from network storage without downloading • Preview photos, PDFs, Office documents, archives, text files, and more • Built-in text editor with syntax highlighting for developers • ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, and GZIP archive support • Advanced search across remote folders and file contents • Synchronize folders between your device and remote servers • Save unlimited server connections with favorites and quick access • Securely store credentials using Face ID, Touch ID, and Keychain • Wake compatible computers remotely with Wake-on-LAN • Built-in SSH terminal for remote administration • Integrates with the Files app for seamless file access • Supports Siri Shortcuts, Home Screen widgets, and Dark Mode ## Built for Performance Remote File Explorer is optimized for fast browsing and efficient transfers, even when working with large folders or high-capacity NAS devices. Intelligent caching, parallel transfers, and background processing keep your workflow smooth and responsive. ## Secure by Design Your connections are protected using modern encryption technologies including SSH and TLS. Login credentials are securely stored in Apple's Keychain, and biometric authentication helps keep your data private. Whether you're managing a home server, accessing office files, maintaining a NAS, or administering remote systems, Remote File Explorer provides a powerful and reliable file management experience for your entire local network. #Remote File Explorer offers auto-renewing subscription options: •$7.99 per month •$34.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases within Video Stabilizer • Subscriptions are billed weekly/yearly on the subscription plan • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.asiancomputingapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.asiancomputingapps.com

Screenshots

Rumpus4 screens
Remote File Explorer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rumpus at 63% against Remote File Explorer's 11%. Rumpus also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 51 months vs every 161 months). Remote File Explorer's advantage is rating (2.1 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (40 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Remote File Explorer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Rumpus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 2.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote File Explorer has 40 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Rumpus's written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote File Explorer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rumpus ships an update every 51 months, Remote File Explorer every 161 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Rumpus versus Remote File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRumpusRemote File Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)2.1 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews — better11.4% of reviews
Number of ratings140 — better
Update frequencyEvery 51 months — betterEvery 161 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaxum DevelopmentDo Anh

Customer experience

Rumpus

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

Remote File Explorer

All ratings40 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative86.4%

In-app purchases

None

Rumpus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Remote File Explorer

Subscriptions2
  • Remote File Explorer Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Remote File Explorer Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remote File Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Rumpus free?
Rumpus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote File Explorer free?
Remote File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rumpus or Remote File Explorer?
Remote File Explorer is rated higher. Rumpus averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Remote File Explorer averages 2.1 from 40 ratings.
Do Rumpus or Remote File Explorer have ads?
Neither Rumpus nor Remote File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rumpus or Remote File Explorer?
Rumpus ships an update every 51 months, and Remote File Explorer every 161 months. Most recently, Rumpus was updated on September 29, 2026 and Remote File Explorer on October 12, 2026.

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