Comparison

File Manager & Browser vs FileMaster Pro

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

Head to head
About

File Manager & Browser

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
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File Manager is a FREE file manager and virtual USB drive for the iPhone and iPad. Easily view images, audio, videos, PDF documents, Word documents, Excel documents, ZIP/RAR files and more. FEATURES - Integrated PDF Reader - Supports Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint - Supports Apple iWorks documents - Multiple clouds (Dropbox, OneDrive and more) - Integrated music player - Copy, move and zip multiple files - Passcode protect files - Supports iTunes USB File Sharing - Transfer files from your PC/Mac using Wi-Fi - Built-in search feature - Sort files by "Name","Date","Size" or "Kind" - Share files by email, bluetooth and Facebook. - "Open in" feature allows you to open files in other apps - Create and extract ZIP files and much more... ---------------------------------------- TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your 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. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm

About

FileMaster Pro

Effortlessly transfer and manage files between your computer and iOS device. Supports various file types like videos, audio, images, and documents. Access and view files directly within the app using a convenient Wi-Fi transfer method.

Highlights
  • File transfer from Mac/Windows to iOS
  • Manage various file types (video, audio, docs)
  • Direct file viewing within the app
  • Wi-Fi transfer method
  • Web interface for Windows users
  • File management on iPhone/iPad
Features
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Welcome to our brand new iOS app! The main purpose of this app is to enable you to effortlessly transfer files from your computer (Mac or Windows) to your iPhone/iPad and conveniently manage them. You can transfer various types of files such as videos, audios, images, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and more, and open these files directly in the file manager. You can easily view videos, audios, pictures, etc. by category on the App homepage. We utilize a convenient Wi-Fi transfer method to achieve this goal. Mac users can directly connect to the file management app on their iPhones/iPads, while Windows users can easily connect to the file management app through a web interface, allowing direct modification of files on the iPhone/iPad (for detailed connection steps, please refer to the app's built-in help documentation). Our commitment is to provide you with a simple and efficient file transfer and management experience. We look forward to you enjoying the convenience and functionality that this app brings! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our support team. Video Tutorials: Option 1. Mac File Transfer Playback Links:
 YouTube Playback Link: https://youtu.be/LCDibQC--wo Bilibili Playback Link: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1zV4y1t75g/ Option 2. WIFI File Transfer: YouTube Playback Link: https://youtu.be/R6Q1QAdMQHA Bilibili Playback Link: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV16F411f7c8/

Screenshots

File Manager & Browser4 screens
FileMaster Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: File Manager & Browser at 4.5 against FileMaster Pro's 3.8. File Manager & Browser also leads on ratings volume (54K vs 100) and review sentiment (48% vs 38%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. File Manager & Browser sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and FileMaster Pro sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

File Manager & Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager & Browser has 54K ratings behind it against 100, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of File Manager & Browser's written reviews are positive against 38% of FileMaster Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, FileMaster Pro every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
File Manager & Browser versus FileMaster Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile Manager & BrowserFileMaster Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (54K ratings) — better3.8 (100 ratings)
Positive reviews48.4% of reviews — better37.7% of reviews
Number of ratings54K — better100
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB50 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTapMedia Ltd继伟 王

Customer experience

File Manager & Browser

All ratings54,361 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative9.0%
Written reviews481 reviews
Positive48.4%
Neutral7.9%
Negative43.7%

FileMaster Pro

All ratings100 ratings
Positive68.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative28.0%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive37.7%
Neutral3.8%
Negative58.5%

User reviews

File Manager & Browser

From 54K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

FileMaster Pro

From 100 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍🏽 Excellent app (Russian)
  • 👍🏽 Very good app for managing files (Spanish)
  • 👍🏽 Great app, I loved it! (Portuguese)
  • 👍🏽 Bom (Portuguese)
  • 👍🏽 Excellent (French)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App doesn't work (English)
  • 🐛 Not the real one, don't use it (English)
  • 🐛 Misled me big time, pure trash (English)
  • 🐛 Not what it should be, far from the original (Russian)
  • 🐛 Just a gimmick, pointless app (English)

Bugs and requests

File Manager & Browser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

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

FileMaster Pro

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Cannot sync anything
  • App doesn't work on iOS
  • Doesn't see photos or music on iOS
  • Full screen ad that won't go away
  • Paid version is not activated
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  • App purchased for life, but new purchase is prompted
  • Language cannot be selected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to organize all files by category (Music, Pictures, etc.)
  • Search functionality for file types (e.g., *.txt, *.mpg)
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Ability to select language

In-app purchases

2 purchases

File Manager & Browser

Subscriptions1
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Upgrade$2.99
6 purchases

FileMaster Pro

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Week$0.997 Days
  • One Month$2.991 Month
  • One Year$4.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remove ads, forever free.$4.99
  • Remove ads, forever free$5.99
  • Permanent Buyout$9.99

Questions

Is File Manager & Browser free?
File Manager & Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FileMaster Pro free?
FileMaster Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, File Manager & Browser or FileMaster Pro?
File Manager & Browser is rated higher. File Manager & Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while FileMaster Pro averages 3.8 from 100 ratings.
Do File Manager & Browser or FileMaster Pro have ads?
Both File Manager & Browser and FileMaster Pro show ads.
Which is updated more often, File Manager & Browser or FileMaster Pro?
File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, and FileMaster Pro every 5 weeks. Most recently, File Manager & Browser was updated on October 15, 2026 and FileMaster Pro on October 15, 2026.

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