# File Manager & Browser vs Google Chrome

The clearest difference is update cadence: Google Chrome at weekly against File Manager & Browser's every 2 months. Google Chrome also leads on ratings volume (3.9M vs 54K) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). File Manager & Browser's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Google Chrome sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Chrome holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Chrome has 3.9M ratings behind it against 54K, 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 61% of Google Chrome's.

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, Google Chrome weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Manager & Browser | Google Chrome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-and-browser/id479295290/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.9M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-chrome/id535886823/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 54K | **3.9M** |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **60.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#2** |
| Size | 87 MB | 410 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## 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


### Google Chrome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-chrome/id535886823)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Utilities, #38 Top Free (US App Store)

This web browser offers fast and secure internet access, integrating Google Search and Lens for quick information retrieval. It provides robust security features like enhanced protection and password management, and syncs your data across devices for seamless browsing.

**Highlights:** Fast and secure browsing, Google Search and Lens integration, Enhanced protection mode, Password manager, Cross-device sync, Tab groups, Autofill

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (400 GB) | $4.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 5 TB | $24.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |
| 2 TB | $99.99 | per year |
| 30 TB | $149.99 | per month |
| Google AI Ultra (30 TB) | $249.99 | per month |
| 5 TB | $249.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Seamless syncing across devices
- 🔒 Robust security features
- 💡 Useful integration with other Google services

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Unreliable search results
- 💤 Slow page loading
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🤔 Counterintuitive UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues and lags
- Inconsistent behavior when closing tabs
- Unreliable bookmark syncing
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Customizable UI and layout options
- Improved tab management and session recovery
- Better support for extensions and add-ons
- Enhanced password management and syncing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Manager & Browser free?

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

### Is Google Chrome free?

Google Chrome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Google Chrome is rated higher. File Manager & Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while Google Chrome averages 4.7 from 3.9M ratings.

### Do File Manager & Browser or Google Chrome have ads?

Both File Manager & Browser and Google Chrome show ads.

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

File Manager & Browser ships an update every 2 months, and Google Chrome weekly. Most recently, File Manager & Browser was updated on September 25, 2026 and Google Chrome on September 25, 2026.

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