Comparison

DriveHQ File Manager vs Hexa

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

Head to head
About

DriveHQ File Manager

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
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DriveHQ FileManager is a cloud file storage and management app, available on all platforms. It is integrated with DriveHQ's cloud IT service. You can easily upload, download or sync files between your local storage and DriveHQ cloud storage. You can share folders with different users and set granular access control. You can directly edit cloud files and save back to the cloud without folder synchronization. The iOS version DriveHQ FileManager can automatically and reliably back up your files to the cloud. It is also integrated with the iOS file/storage system. You can access DriveHQ cloud storage using Apple's Files app. You can save files to DriveHQ cloud storage directly from any apps. Lastly, FileManager supports encrypted folder, which offers ultimate security and privacy. Based in Silicon Valley, DriveHQ is the first Cloud IT Service provider with over 3 million registered users. DriveHQ offers the most efficient and reliable Cloud File Server/WebDAV Drive Mapping service; it is one of the largest FTP/SFTP hosting service providers. DriveHQ's CameraFTP.com division is a leading cloud recording (home/business monitoring) service provider. DriveHQ has offered cloud IT service since 2003. It has over 20 years of solid track record in offering high quality cloud service at a very low price. Our service up-time is over 99.99%. Sign up to get 5GB free storage, or sign up for a free business trial now!

About

Hexa

This app offers a uniquely fun and colorful way to manage notes, to-do lists, and daily thoughts. Organize your life with customizable themes and vibrant colors, transforming everyday clutter into a visually appealing system.

Highlights
  • Add notes by tapping the center
  • Organize by color and theme
  • Create to-do lists
  • Customizable color palettes
  • Chaotic energy, tidy hexes
Features
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HexaNote is the dangerously fun way to take notes, vent, and stay barely organized Choose colors that match your chaos: pink for chores, orange for work, black for your ex. Whether you’re planning your week, roasting yourself, or building a beautifully dysfunctional to-do list, HexaNote turns daily brain clutter into colorful, hilarious order. Features • Tap the center to add a note • Organize your grid by color and theme • Write raunchy reminders your therapist warned you about • Chaotic energy, tidy hexes

Screenshots

DriveHQ File Manager4 screens
Hexa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DriveHQ File Manager at Free against Hexa's $0.99. DriveHQ File Manager also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (9 vs 3). Hexa's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (100% vs 63%). On 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

DriveHQ File Manager is free to download; Hexa costs $0.99 up front. DriveHQ File Manager sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Hexa asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hexa holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of DriveHQ File Manager's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hexa's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DriveHQ File Manager ships an update every 2 months, Hexa every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
DriveHQ File Manager versus Hexa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDriveHQ File ManagerHexa
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.1 (9 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrive Headquarters, Inc.Aaron Lawrence

Customer experience

DriveHQ File Manager

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

Hexa

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

DriveHQ File Manager

One-time7
  • Personal Cloud 8GB (+5GB FREE)$1.99
  • Personal Cloud 16GB(+5GB FREE)$3.99
  • Personal Basic Cloud Service$4.99
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  • month premium Cloud IT service with 10GB storage space$12.99
  • Enterprise 15GB + 4 sub-users$13.99
  • 1-year Personal Cloud Service$47.99
  • Enterprise Ultimate 21 Users$159.99
None

Hexa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DriveHQ File Manager free?
DriveHQ File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hexa free?
Hexa costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DriveHQ File Manager or Hexa?
Hexa is rated higher. DriveHQ File Manager averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Hexa averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do DriveHQ File Manager or Hexa have ads?
Neither DriveHQ File Manager nor Hexa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DriveHQ File Manager or Hexa?
DriveHQ File Manager ships an update every 2 months, and Hexa every 5 days. Most recently, DriveHQ File Manager was updated on November 1, 2026 and Hexa on October 30, 2026.

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