Comparison

EagleEyesHD Plus vs Remote File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

EagleEyesHD Plus

This application transforms your iPad into a remote management system for AVTECH network DVRs and IP cameras. It allows users to monitor and control multiple devices with high-definition video quality, offering features like time search and push notifications.

Highlights
  • Real-time live video streaming
  • Remote monitor IP-Camera and DVR
  • Support 16 devices on one interface
  • Time Search for video playback
  • Push Notification support
  • PTZ Control
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AVTECH EagleEyes HD, especially designed for iPad, is a free application for all valued customer of AVTECH Corporation only. It turns your iPad as a mini central management system, allowing users to control up to 4 (Plus version support 16 Device) AVTECH network DVRs or IP cameras on one interface remotely. All function control can be done by simply a touch or a slide. What's more, HD video quality is presented to offer clear and sharp image details. ************************************** What can you expect to upgrade EagleEyesHD Lite to EagleEyesHD Plus? 1. 200 IP addresses (instead of 4) are supported for "Addressbook". 2. Support 16 devices on one interface remotely. 3. "Time Search" is available in the event list to specify the time range and search to play the video data. And it is optimized by dragging the timeline with a display screen to accelerate the search 4. By above functions, you could store multi-channel stream and playback it in backup list(maximum 4 channel) ************************************** Function description: 1. Real-time live video streaming remote monitor IP-Camera and DVR Device(AVTECH product only) 2. Support DVR single, Multi-channel monitor switching 3. Support TCP-IP protocol 4. Auto Re-login function after disconnect 5. Support video type such as: MPEG4, H.264 for DVR/IPCAM 6. Support PTZ Control(Normal/Pelco-D/Pelco-P) 7. Display Video loss/Cover channel 8. Support Push Notification 9. Dynamic resolution switching between cut views(minimum size) and full-screen(user set size) 10. Support maximum 200 addressbook account 11. Support maximum 16 devices on one interface remotely Touch panel function description: 1. One touch to switch channel 2. One touch to control PTZ Hotpoint 3. Double click to max zoom in/out 4. Two finger pinch to PTZ zoom in/out About AVTECH Corporation: To provide the most competitive products is the best accomplishment AVTECH Corporation achieved these years, it also enabled AVTECH Corporation to be the winner in the market. AVTECH Corporation will continue to combine the distribution experience of semiconductor component and the leading supplier advantages of security surveillance. With these advantages, AVTECH Corporation insist its technology developing and keep promoting its digitalization, integration, and networking products, AVTECH will provide worldwide customers the best price, best functions, and best service.

About

Remote File Explorer

Access files on your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer, as well as cloud storage like Dropbox, directly from your iPhone or iPad. Transfer, manage, and view your documents, photos, and videos with built-in readers and players.

Highlights
  • Access remote computers (Mac, Windows, Linux)
  • Connect to Dropbox and cloud storage
  • Transfer files between devices
  • Search files by name
  • Built-in photo viewer
  • Video and music player
  • Document reader for Office and iWork
Features
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# Remote File Explorer – LAN File Manager Access, organize, and manage files across your local network with **Remote File Explorer**. Connect to Windows PCs, Macs, Linux servers, NAS devices, FTP/SFTP servers, WebDAV storage, and more—all from your iPhone or iPad. Browse remote folders, transfer files at high speed, stream media without downloading, edit documents, and securely manage your network storage with an intuitive interface designed for both everyday users and IT professionals. ## Key Features • Connect to SMB/CIFS, SFTP, FTP, FTPS, WebDAV, NFS, and SSH servers • Automatically discover devices on your local network with Bonjour and network scanning • Browse, copy, move, rename, delete, and organize remote files and folders • Upload and download files with support for background transfers • Resume interrupted transfers and manage multiple transfer queues • Stream videos and music directly from network storage without downloading • Preview photos, PDFs, Office documents, archives, text files, and more • Built-in text editor with syntax highlighting for developers • ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, and GZIP archive support • Advanced search across remote folders and file contents • Synchronize folders between your device and remote servers • Save unlimited server connections with favorites and quick access • Securely store credentials using Face ID, Touch ID, and Keychain • Wake compatible computers remotely with Wake-on-LAN • Built-in SSH terminal for remote administration • Integrates with the Files app for seamless file access • Supports Siri Shortcuts, Home Screen widgets, and Dark Mode ## Built for Performance Remote File Explorer is optimized for fast browsing and efficient transfers, even when working with large folders or high-capacity NAS devices. Intelligent caching, parallel transfers, and background processing keep your workflow smooth and responsive. ## Secure by Design Your connections are protected using modern encryption technologies including SSH and TLS. Login credentials are securely stored in Apple's Keychain, and biometric authentication helps keep your data private. Whether you're managing a home server, accessing office files, maintaining a NAS, or administering remote systems, Remote File Explorer provides a powerful and reliable file management experience for your entire local network. #Remote File Explorer offers auto-renewing subscription options: •$7.99 per month •$34.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases within Video Stabilizer • Subscriptions are billed weekly/yearly on the subscription plan • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • 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 • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.asiancomputingapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.asiancomputingapps.com

Screenshots

Remote File Explorer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: EagleEyesHD Plus at 56% against Remote File Explorer's 11%. EagleEyesHD Plus also leads on rating (3.2 vs 2.1) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 161 months). Remote File Explorer's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, 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. EagleEyesHD Plus sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Remote File Explorer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EagleEyesHD Plus holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of EagleEyesHD Plus's written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote File Explorer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EagleEyesHD Plus ships an update every 4 months, Remote File Explorer every 161 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
EagleEyesHD Plus versus Remote File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEagleEyesHD PlusRemote File Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (27 ratings) — better2.1 (40 ratings)
Positive reviews56.2% of reviews — better11.4% of reviews
Number of ratings2740 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 161 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAvtechDo Anh

Customer experience

EagleEyesHD Plus

All ratings27 ratings
Positive48.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative48.1%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral7.9%
Negative36.0%

Remote File Explorer

All ratings40 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative86.4%

Bugs and requests

EagleEyesHD Plus

Reported bugs

33 issues
  • Pushes user out with push video
  • Full of bugs
  • Auto load apps issue
  • Continually disconnects on iPad 2
  • Stopped working after update
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  • Crashes when tapping on security setup
  • Does not respond when giving time range for events
  • Does not restrict events by channel
  • Unable to review recordings from iPhone and iPad
  • Stopped working after latest update
  • Stopped working after update
  • Not working on iPad since last update
  • Keeps crashing
  • New version crashes immediately
  • Latest update is crashing the app
  • Crashes every time when adding a new device
  • Only get black screen after update
  • App has gone completely unusable
  • Motion notifications cause crashing
  • App has gone really slow
  • Cannot use push notification button on iPhone after OS8 upgrade
  • Stopped playing recorded files after updating to OS 8
  • Cannot view CCTV from iPad or iPhones after upgrade
  • Support link is an error 404 page not found
  • Cannot view anything other than live video
  • PDR 'does not support this function'
  • Cannot switch cameras after update
  • Bug on this update
  • Cannot connect to IP address when away from wireless
  • Sequence function not working
  • Cannot switch camera
  • Camera connects on iPhone app only, not this app
  • None of the extra features (playback/TPZ) are working

Requested features

16 requests
  • Swipe feature between cameras like iPhone version
  • More options for viewing recording by timeline
  • More options to the app
  • Windows app version
  • Playback feature should be easier to find
Show 11 more
  • Playback driver for Mac
  • Fix bug with switching cameras
  • Support for Paccom range
  • Manually input date/time for searching archived video
  • Search alarm movements filtering by channel
  • Add Axis or different manufacturer cameras
  • Favorite camera button
  • Go to last channel viewed button
  • Improve playback view with more than one cut
  • Pin camera on viewer
  • Add audio support for iPad

Remote File Explorer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

EagleEyesHD Plus

One-time2
  • 1 Giga Bytes data transfer$0.99
  • 7 Giga Bytes data transfer$4.99
3 purchases

Remote File Explorer

Subscriptions2
  • Remote File Explorer Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Remote File Explorer Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remote File Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is EagleEyesHD Plus free?
EagleEyesHD Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote File Explorer free?
Remote File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, EagleEyesHD Plus or Remote File Explorer?
EagleEyesHD Plus is rated higher. EagleEyesHD Plus averages 3.2 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Remote File Explorer averages 2.1 from 40 ratings.
Do EagleEyesHD Plus or Remote File Explorer have ads?
Neither EagleEyesHD Plus nor Remote File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EagleEyesHD Plus or Remote File Explorer?
EagleEyesHD Plus ships an update every 4 months, and Remote File Explorer every 161 months. Most recently, EagleEyesHD Plus was updated on September 29, 2026 and Remote File Explorer on September 28, 2026.

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