Comparison

File Manager vs BidSmart Echo

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

Head to head
About

File Manager

This app is a powerful file manager that allows for quick multitasking and editing of various file types. It supports cloud storage integration, secure file transfer, and robust document viewing and editing capabilities.

Highlights
  • 3-Finger Task Switching
  • Cloud Storage Integration
  • FTP/HTTP/WebDAV Sharing
  • Document Reader & Text Editor
  • Zip Archiving with Encryption
  • Passcode Security
Features
Currently charting
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"The ability to use multi touch to quickly move between viewing and editing files is also very good if you’re willing to utilize it." - Touch Reviews ***** Folder Plus is an In-App Multitasking Capable File Manager/Viewer/Editor, with 3-Finger Swipes You Switch between Tasks of File Managing, Viewing, Editing, etc QUICKLY ***** Folder Plus's Features - Total File Manager - Exclusive 3-Finger Task Switch - Lightning Fast USB File Transfer - Robust FTP/HTTP/WebDAV Sharing Server - Support Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, iCloud, OneDrive - Wide Range of Supported File Types - Document Reader - Text Editor - Audio Recorder - Simple Image Editor - Media Player - Structured Directory Browsing - View Restore of Long Documents - Zip Archiver (compress & decompress, secure with password encryption) - Long Press to Bring up Context Menu - Multiple Files/Folders Operations - Attach Files/Folders to Emails - Search - Auto Recovery of Editing Documents - Passcode Security - WiFi Authentication (FTP/HTTP/WebDAV) - User Account Manager (FTP/HTTP/WebDAV) - Send Files as Email Attachments - Open Files in Compatible Apps (iBooks, ...) - Open Supported Files Requested by Other Apps (Safari, Mail Attachments, ...) - Portrait/Landscape Support - Support Translation for Selected Text When Reading Documents (PDF, DOC, PAGES) - Support Thumbnails - Support AirPrint Supported File Types - PDF Files - Microsoft Office Files (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) - iWork Files (Pages, Numbers and Keynote) - Image Files (JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, PSD) - HTML Files - Web Archives - Plain Text Files - Audio Files (MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAVE, AIFF, CAF) - Video Files (QuickTime, MP4, M4V, MPV) - Archive Files (.zip/.cbz, .rar/.cbr, .7z/.cb7; handle passwords, splits) Supported File Operations - Folder/Sub-Folder Creation - Text File Creation/Editing - Image File Creation/Editing - Audio Recording Creation - Take Photos & Video - Import Photos & Video from the Photos App - Export Photos & Video to the Photos App - Open as Text File - Move/Copy/Zip/Email/Delete on Single/Multiple File(s)/Folder(s) - Folder Merge during Copying/Moving - View File/Folder Properties - Rename Files/Folders - Search Files/Folders - Search within Search USB Transfer Client - Folder Plus USB Recommended FTP Clients - Cyberduck - Filezilla - Windows Explorer Recommended WebDAV Clients - Mac OS X's Finder - Windows Explorer - Cyberduck Recommended Browser for Web Transfer - Chrome - Safari - Firefox * All listed clients/browsers can be thought of file manager apps as well running on desktop to manage the files off device WiFi Transfer Requirements A WiFi connection is required to transfer document files between Folder Plus and FTP/HTTP/Web clients More features are on the way

About

BidSmart Echo

This AI-powered tool helps construction contractors generate accurate, professional estimates quickly. It streamlines the bidding process, provides data-backed pricing, and creates branded PDF reports for clients. Save time and avoid underbidding with this assistant.

Highlights
  • Conversational AI step-by-step guidance
  • Branded PDF estimates with logo
  • Voice interaction for project details
  • Permanent company letterhead storage
  • One-tap PDF generation and sharing
  • Real-time editing of estimates
Features
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BidSmart Echo is the ultimate AI estimating assistant built specifically for construction contractors and small builders. Problems This App Solves • On-the-spot price questions during walk-throughs Customers almost always ask “How much is this going to cost?” right there on site. With BidSmart Echo you can walk away from the conversation, quickly input the details, and return in minutes with a full, accurate estimate. • Customers pushing back on price When a customer says “That’s way too much,” you no longer have to second-guess yourself. The AI uses current regional rates so you can confidently stand by your number or move on to the next job. • Time wasted on manual estimating Stop spending hours building spreadsheets. The AI asks smart follow-up questions and delivers a complete breakdown in minutes. • Inaccurate or incomplete estimates The AI automatically factors in regional labor rates, materials, overhead, and profit so you don’t miss hidden costs or undervalue your work. • Unprofessional-looking estimates Generate polished, branded PDFs with your logo, company info, and clean formatting that impress clients and stand out from competitors. • Difficulty walking away from bad jobs With accurate, data-backed numbers you can quickly decide which jobs are worth your time and confidently pass on the ones that aren’t. Key Features • Conversational AI that guides you step-by-step • Professional branded PDF estimates with your logo and company info • Voice interaction — speak your project details using your device’s microphone button • Permanent company letterhead & logo storage • One-tap PDF generation and sharing • Real-time editing — after the Generate PDF button appears, you can edit labor hours, rates, overhead, profit, and any other details, then instantly regenerate the updated PDF. For just $39 a month, BidSmart Echo can easily save you thousands in time, avoided underbidding, and lost opportunities. Test it on your next walk-through and you’ll quickly see how much money it saves in your time and headache it prevents. Perfect for general contractors, remodelers, subcontractors, home builders, and handymen. Download now and start estimating smarter today! BidSmart Echo — Built by contractors, for contractors. We have now added the required links: Privacy Policy: https://genriparius.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://genriparius.com/terms These links are also included in the App Store metadata under App Information. We will ensure they are visible in the subscription flow in the next update. For this version, they are properly listed as required. Please let us know if anything else is needed. Thank you, Genriparius Labs

Screenshots

File Manager4 screens
BidSmart Echo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BidSmart Echo at Free against File Manager's $4.99. BidSmart Echo also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4). File Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (243 vs 1). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

BidSmart Echo is free to download; File Manager costs $4.99 up front. BidSmart Echo sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per month. File Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BidSmart Echo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager has 243 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, BidSmart Echo every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
File Manager versus BidSmart Echo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile ManagerBidSmart Echo
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (243 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings243 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#164 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.2 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Very GamesJOHN RIVERA

Bugs and requests

File Manager

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on startup
  • Incompatible with latest iOS
  • Unable to save images to library
  • MP3 files crash the app
  • FTP connection issues

Requested features

8 requests
  • Touch ID
  • Folder password protection
  • Larger photo preview
  • Update for new iOS versions
  • Bluetooth file transfer
Show 3 more
  • Rotation lock in full screen
  • Folder color customization
  • Folder locking

BidSmart Echo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

File Manager

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BidSmart Echo

Subscriptions1
  • BidSmart Echo Monthly$39.991 Month

Questions

Is File Manager free?
File Manager costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BidSmart Echo free?
BidSmart Echo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, File Manager or BidSmart Echo?
BidSmart Echo is rated higher. File Manager averages 4.4 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while BidSmart Echo averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do File Manager or BidSmart Echo have ads?
Neither File Manager nor BidSmart Echo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Manager or BidSmart Echo?
File Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, and BidSmart Echo every 10 days. Most recently, File Manager was updated on November 6, 2026 and BidSmart Echo on October 31, 2026.

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