# FE File Explorer vs MultCloud

The clearest difference is price: MultCloud at Free against FE File Explorer's $4.99. MultCloud also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). FE File Explorer's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 23%) and rating (4.7 vs 3.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

MultCloud is free to download; FE File Explorer costs $4.99 up front. MultCloud sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. FE File Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

FE File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FE File Explorer has 5.8K ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of FE File Explorer's written reviews are positive against 23% of MultCloud's.

FE File Explorer ships an update every 5 weeks, MultCloud every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FE File Explorer | MultCloud |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fe-file-explorer/id499470113/reviews)** | [3.0 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multcloud/id1620281509/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.8K** | 42 |
| Positive reviews | **67.3% of reviews** | 23.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | — |
| Size | 103 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skyjos Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/499470116) | [AOMEI International Network Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1504211319) |

## What reviewers say

### FE File Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fe-file-explorer/id499470113)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

Manage files across your devices and cloud storage. Access and transfer documents, photos, and media from computers, NAS, and cloud services directly on your iPhone or iPad without downloading.

**Highlights:** Access network shares (SMB/CIFS), Connect to WebDAV, FTP, SFTP servers, Integrate with Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, Stream media from network/cloud, Transfer files between devices, Direct file management on remote storage

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent file management
- 🔒 Secure access to files
- 👍 Versatile connectivity options
- 👍 Seamless integration with iOS Files app
- 👍 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with password protection
- 🔋 High battery consumption during use

**Reported bugs**

- Video playback issues, including audio-video sync problems
- Inability to transfer files from local storage to external drives
- Unreliable SMB and FTP connectivity
- Recent update breaking existing functionality

**Requested features**

- Ability to password-protect individual folders
- Improved navigation for large file/folder lists
- Sync functionality between devices
- Chromecast support
- Integrated PDF annotation tools


### MultCloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multcloud/id1620281509)

Connect all your cloud storage services in one application. Seamlessly transfer files between different cloud providers without needing to download and reupload them to your device. Manage all your online files from a single, organized interface.

**Highlights:** Cloud-to-cloud file transfer, Single login for all clouds, Organize cloud accounts, No device download/reupload needed, Transfer between different cloud providers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB / Month | $9.99 | per month |
| 200 GB / Month | $17.99 | per month |
| 1200 GB / Year | $59.99 | per year |
| 2400 GB / Year | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Data / Year | $118.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Data / Year | $118.99 | per year |
| 50 GB | $5.99 | one-time |
| 100 GB | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Data for Lifetime | $129.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Data for Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Data for Lifetime | $189.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Data for Lifetime | $249.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for cloud transfers
- 👍 Manages multiple clouds
- 👍 Works well for some users
- 👍 Good for homelab enthusiasts
- 👍 Performs function well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Slow transfer speeds
- 🐛 Login issues (Apple ID, Google)
- 🐛 Data loss during transfer
- 🐛 Unreliable service
- 🐛 No refund for failed service

**Reported bugs**

- Apple ID login not possible
- iCloud login not possible
- Google login not possible
- Transfer process restarts repeatedly
- Photos lost during transfer

**Requested features**

- Add remote upload to the app
- Add files integration
- Add automatic upload feature
- Add folder selection for transfers
- Improve app interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FE File Explorer free?

FE File Explorer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MultCloud free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FE File Explorer or MultCloud?

FE File Explorer is rated higher. FE File Explorer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while MultCloud averages 3.0 from 42 ratings.

### Do FE File Explorer or MultCloud have ads?

Neither FE File Explorer nor MultCloud shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FE File Explorer or MultCloud?

FE File Explorer ships an update every 5 weeks, and MultCloud every 12 months. Most recently, FE File Explorer was updated on October 9, 2026 and MultCloud on October 7, 2026.

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