# File Manager & Browser vs File manager

The clearest difference is ratings volume: File Manager & Browser at 54K against File manager's 720. File Manager & Browser also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 30%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 File manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. 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 4.5 for File manager. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager & Browser has 54K ratings behind it against 720, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of File Manager & Browser's written reviews are positive against 30% of File manager's.

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, File manager every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Manager & Browser | File manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-and-browser/id479295290/reviews) | [4.5 (720 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-document-editor/id1498297596/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 720 |
| Positive reviews | **48.4% of reviews** | 30.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 87 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Bhalala Hiren Bharatbai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438302804) |

## 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


### File manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-document-editor/id1498297596)

Easily manage all files and folders on your device, including internal storage and cloud services. Browse by category, perform essential file actions, and analyze storage usage. Includes bonus process and backup managers.

**Highlights:** File and folder management, Cloud storage integration, Storage analysis, Internal media viewers, Dual-pane interface, File compression/decompression

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| File Manager Pro - Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| File Manager Pro - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| File Manager Pro - Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| File Manager - Remove Ads | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Perfekter File Manager
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Video recording

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes on startup
- 🐛 Crashes when browsing files
- 🔋 High battery consumption due to ads
- 🚫 Useless, doesn't work
- 🚫 No access to local folders

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when searching for music files
- Deletes all photos, even unselected ones
- Closes automatically when opening
- Doesn't work on iPhone 13 Pro Max

**Requested features**

- Add search option
- Improve file management capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Manager & Browser free?

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

### Is File manager free?

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

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

File Manager & Browser and File manager are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 54K and 720 ratings respectively.

### Do File Manager & Browser or File manager have ads?

Both File Manager & Browser and File manager show ads.

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

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, and File manager every 3 months. Most recently, File Manager & Browser was updated on September 24, 2026 and File manager on August 31, 2026.

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