# File Manager & Browser vs My FileManager

The clearest difference is update cadence: My FileManager at fortnightly against File Manager & Browser's every 2 months. My FileManager also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 49%). File Manager & Browser's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and ratings volume (55K vs 17K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. File Manager & Browser sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and My FileManager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for File Manager & Browser against 4.6 for My FileManager. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55K and 17K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of File Manager & Browser's written reviews are positive against 61% of My FileManager's.

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, My FileManager fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Manager & Browser | My FileManager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (55K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-and-browser/id479295290/reviews) | **[4.6 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-filemanager-documents/id1457341524/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55K** | 17K |
| Positive reviews | 48.6% of reviews | **61.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 87 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Gyoom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1506355288) |

## What reviewers say

### File Manager & Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-and-browser/id479295290)

This app acts as a virtual USB drive and file manager for your iPhone and iPad. It allows you to easily view, organize, and share various document types, including Office and iWorks files, as well as media. It also offers cloud integration and secure file protection.

**Highlights:** Integrated PDF Reader, Microsoft Office & Apple iWorks support, Multiple cloud integrations, Passcode file protection, Wi-Fi file transfer, Create and extract ZIP files

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Compatible with older devices
- 🚀 Great file organization
- 📁 Useful for storing and managing files
- 🔒 Secure file storage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs not fixed
- 🐛 Issues with file management features
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/accessing files
- 💰 Subscription model changes
- 🔍 Lack of intuitive interface

**Reported bugs**

- Images changing to last uploaded image
- Inability to see files on device
- Wifi sync feature crashing after update
- Note feature not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add option to move files within the app
- Improve search functionality
- Enhance audio playback controls
- Provide a 'delete' folder option


### My FileManager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-filemanager-documents/id1457341524)

Organize and manage all your files on your iPhone or iPad. This app offers a private browser, download manager, and robust file manipulation tools. Secure your data with passcode and biometric locks.

**Highlights:** Private web browser with bookmarks and tab management, Download manager with pause/resume and progress tracking, File organization, renaming, copying, and deletion, Document viewer for various file types, Image editing and video editing capabilities, Passcode and biometric file protection, AirDrop file transfer

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month | $1.99 | per month |
| One Year | $17.99 | per year |
| Remove ads Lifetime | $239.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth performance
- 👍 Convenient file management features
- 💡 Useful music playback functionality
- 🔒 Secure file protection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📥 Unreliable download functionality
- 🔇 Playback issues (audio/video desync, skipping)

**Reported bugs**

- Duplicated files losing password protection
- Inconsistent behavior after updates
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inability to import/manage large media collections

**Requested features**

- Improve download reliability and quality options
- Add background playback support
- Enhance accessibility features (VoiceOver, etc.)
- Introduce dark mode and customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Manager & Browser free?

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

### Is My FileManager free?

My FileManager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, File Manager & Browser or My FileManager?

My FileManager is rated higher. File Manager & Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 55K ratings, while My FileManager averages 4.6 from 17K ratings.

### Do File Manager & Browser or My FileManager have ads?

Both File Manager & Browser and My FileManager show ads.

### Which is updated more often, File Manager & Browser or My FileManager?

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, and My FileManager fortnightly. Most recently, File Manager & Browser was updated on October 24, 2026 and My FileManager on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*