# FE File Explorer vs pwSafe 2

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FE File Explorer at none against pwSafe 2's 7. FE File Explorer also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). pwSafe 2's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

FE File Explorer costs $4.99 and pwSafe 2 $2.99 up front. pwSafe 2 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months. FE File Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for FE File Explorer against 4.7 for pwSafe 2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.8K and 5.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of FE File Explorer's written reviews are positive against 72% of pwSafe 2's.

FE File Explorer ships an update every 5 weeks, pwSafe 2 weekly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FE File Explorer | pwSafe 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | [4.7 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fe-file-explorer/id499470113/reviews) | [4.7 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pwsafe-2-password-safe/id938922963/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.8K** | 5.1K |
| Positive reviews | 67.2% of reviews | **71.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | #135 |
| Size | 103 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skyjos Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/499470116) | [Huvisoft B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738207783) |

## What reviewers say

### FE File Explorer

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

**Currently charting:** #65 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


### pwSafe 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pwsafe-2-password-safe/id938922963)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

Securely manage all your passwords with this app. It offers autofill for websites and apps, biometric unlock, and syncs your data across devices via iCloud or Dropbox. Generate strong passwords and organize them with ease.

**Highlights:** Biometric unlock (Touch ID, Face ID), Autofill for Safari and apps, iCloud and Dropbox sync, Password generation, Smart Pasteboard, Printable hardcopy, Organize entries in groups

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months | $4.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year | $8.99 | per year |
| Dropbox Sync Support | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Donation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Donation | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple, no-frills app
- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 💡 Supports multiple safes and categories
- 👍 Reliable syncing across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues
- 🐛 Sync problems with cloud storage
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Inability to edit password entries

**Reported bugs**

- Sudden loss of password data
- Inability to open external safes after updates
- Frequent crashes when trying to copy/paste passwords

**Requested features**

- Google Drive/OneDrive integration
- Improved UI/UX, especially for search and navigation
- More customization options for password generation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FE File Explorer free?

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

### Is pwSafe 2 free?

pwSafe 2 costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FE File Explorer or pwSafe 2?

FE File Explorer and pwSafe 2 are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5.8K and 5.1K ratings respectively.

### Do FE File Explorer or pwSafe 2 have ads?

Neither FE File Explorer nor pwSafe 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FE File Explorer or pwSafe 2?

FE File Explorer ships an update every 5 weeks, and pwSafe 2 weekly. Most recently, FE File Explorer was updated on September 22, 2026 and pwSafe 2 on September 22, 2026.

### Which is more popular, FE File Explorer or pwSafe 2?

FE File Explorer currently peaks at #65 in the App Store charts, and pwSafe 2 at #135. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*