# DriveHQ File Manager vs X File Manager

The clearest difference is review sentiment: X File Manager at 100% against DriveHQ File Manager's 63%. X File Manager also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). DriveHQ File Manager's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DriveHQ File Manager sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and X File Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

X File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: X File Manager has 91 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of DriveHQ File Manager's written reviews are positive against 100% of X File Manager's.

DriveHQ File Manager ships an update every 2 months, X File Manager fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DriveHQ File Manager | X File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivehq-file-manager/id467056335/reviews) | **[4.6 (91 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-file-manager/id1450712034/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **91** |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Drive Headquarters, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/467056338) | [Nguyen Luong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498569189) |

## What reviewers say

### DriveHQ File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drivehq-file-manager/id467056335)

Manage your cloud files with this comprehensive storage solution. Upload, download, sync, and share files securely across devices. Offers direct editing of cloud documents and encrypted folders for enhanced privacy.

**Highlights:** Cloud file storage and management, Upload, download, and sync files, Secure folder sharing with access control, Direct cloud file editing, Encrypted folders for privacy, Integration with iOS Files app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Personal Cloud 8GB (+5GB FREE) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Personal Cloud 16GB(+5GB FREE) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Personal Basic Cloud Service | $4.99 | one-time |
| month premium Cloud IT service with 10GB storage space | $12.99 | one-time |
| Enterprise 15GB + 4 sub-users | $13.99 | one-time |
| 1-year Personal Cloud Service | $47.99 | one-time |
| Enterprise Ultimate 21 Users | $159.99 | one-time |


### X File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-file-manager/id1450712034)

Manage your files, photos, videos, and documents with a powerful and intuitive interface. Organize, protect, and share your data easily with features like passcode protection, compression, and cloud integration.

**Highlights:** Smart file organization, Passcode and folder protection, File compression (ZIP), Built-in web browser and downloader, Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, Dropbox), Document scanner, Light and dark themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| X-File (Ultimate Upgrade) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DriveHQ File Manager free?

DriveHQ File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is X File Manager free?

X File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DriveHQ File Manager or X File Manager?

X File Manager is rated higher. DriveHQ File Manager averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while X File Manager averages 4.6 from 91 ratings.

### Do DriveHQ File Manager or X File Manager have ads?

X File Manager shows ads; DriveHQ File Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, DriveHQ File Manager or X File Manager?

DriveHQ File Manager ships an update every 2 months, and X File Manager fortnightly. Most recently, DriveHQ File Manager was updated on November 1, 2026 and X File Manager on November 2, 2026.

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