# EagleEyesHD Plus vs Remote File Explorer

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.

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.

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.

EagleEyesHD Plus ships an update every 4 months, Remote File Explorer every 161 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EagleEyesHD Plus | Remote File Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.2 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eagleeyeshd-plus/id496807620/reviews)** | [2.1 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-file-explorer/id650802297/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 27 | **40** |
| Positive reviews | **56.2% of reviews** | 11.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 161 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Avtech](https://appshunter.io/developer/328936967) | [Do Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/646231301) |

## What reviewers say

### EagleEyesHD Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eagleeyeshd-plus/id496807620)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Giga Bytes data transfer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 7 Giga Bytes data transfer | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great remotely
- 👍 Good quality video
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Stable performance
- 👍 Good for keeping an eye on things

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Keeps disconnecting
- 🐛 Not working with newer DVRs/NVRs
- 🐛 Useless app
- 🐛 Format video not supported

**Reported bugs**

- Pushes user out with push video
- Full of bugs
- Auto load apps issue
- Continually disconnects on iPad 2
- Stopped working after update

**Requested features**

- 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


### Remote File Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-file-explorer/id650802297)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote File Explorer Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Remote File Explorer Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Remote File Premium Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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 October 8, 2026 and Remote File Explorer on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*