Comparison

Owlfiles vs MobileMemory

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

Head to head
About

Owlfiles

Access and manage files from local storage, network shares, and cloud services. Stream media, view documents, and transfer files seamlessly across devices. Offers advanced network tools and editing capabilities.

Highlights
  • Access SMB, NFS, WebDAV, FTP, SFTP
  • Connect to Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, S3
  • Stream movies and music
  • View and manage documents, photos
  • Built-in FTP and HTTP servers
  • Nearby file transfer
  • Network tools (Ping, Port Scan)
Features
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Owlfiles is a powerful file management app. It can access not only local files, but also access files on your computer, NAS and cloud. Stream movies and music to your iPhone/iPad. Directly view and manage documents, photos on your computers, NAS and cloud without downloading. FEATURES: * Access network shares on macOS, Windows, NAS via SMB protocol. * Access NFS, WebDAV, FTP and SFTP services. * Access Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Amazon S3, S3 Compatible Storages, Mega Cloud and pCloud. * Automatically discover computers, servers and NAS when you setup a new connection. * Video Player: Supports various video formats, subtitles and play speed adjustment. * Music Player: Supports various audio formats, playlist, LRC and play speed adjustment. * Photo Gallery: Supports JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, various RAW images, live photo and motion photo. * PDF Reader: search text, highlight text, add annotation and signature. * Text Editor: search text, line numbers, and syntax highlight (Swift, Objective-c, Java, C++ etc.). * ePub Book Reader * CBZ Comic Reader * Supports favorites and recents. * Multiple windows on iPad * Scan documents to PDF or images. * Integrated with iOS Files app, iOS Photos app * Use Siri shortcuts to download and upload files. File Transfer: * Copy and move files among computer, NAS, cloud, iPhone and iPad. * Copy and move photos from iOS photo library to computer, NAS and cloud storages. * Transfer files by drag and drop. * Built-in FTP Server and HTTP Server for file transfer. * Nearby file transfer: Directly transfer files between two nearby iOS devices without Wi-Fi or LTE connection. Network Tools: * Ping a host * List all opened ports of a host. * List all devices on LAN * Wake-On-Lan (WOL) Features of Owlfiles Pro * Create unlimited connections with your computers, NAS and cloud storages. * Sync connections to all your devices. * Batch rename files. * Edit photos * Edit documents in Office apps, iWork apps or Acrobat Reader by using Owlfiles extension, and save back to computer, NAS after editing. * Backup photos to your computers, NAS and cloud storages. * Sync files between iOS device and computer/NAS/cloud storage. * Use Owlfiles on your mobile, desktop and TV platforms. If you purchase Owlfiles Pro, your payment will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Owlfiles Pro subscription: $1.99/month, $12.99/year. Price may vary by location. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. After purchase, manage your subscriptions in App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.skyjos.com/en/owlfiles/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.skyjos.com/en/owlfiles/terms/ ===== CONTACT US ===== Email: support@skyjos.com Twitter: @SkyjosApps Facebook: @SkyjosApp

About

MobileMemory

Free up storage space on your iPhone or iPad to capture more photos, download apps, and store media. Easily transfer files, back up your data, and shoot content directly to external storage.

Highlights
  • Transfer photos, videos, and documents
  • Automatic backup of content and contacts
  • Capture photos and videos directly to external storage
  • Create external media library
  • Bypass iTunes for file management
Features
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Have you ever run out of memory on your iPhone or iPad while trying to capture the perfect photo or download a movie or app? Leef’s newly upgraded MobileMemory app empowers you to go do more by freeing up space on your iPhone & iPad. It works together with Leef iBridge & Leef iAccess, giving you more space to create, more power to share, and more time to enjoy life’s adventures. TRANSFER: Quickly move and share photos, videos, and documents off your iPhone or iPad to free up space and/or bypass iTunes BACKUP: Automatically backup content and contacts so you never lose your essential data CAPTURE: Shoot photos and videos directly to your Leef device so you never miss the moment STORE: Easily create an external library of your media for quick access without taking up space on your iPhone or iPad

Screenshots

Owlfiles4 screens
MobileMemory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MobileMemory at none against Owlfiles's 5. MobileMemory also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Owlfiles's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (7.2K vs 351). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Owlfiles sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MobileMemory asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Owlfiles holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Owlfiles has 7.2K ratings behind it against 351, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Owlfiles's written reviews are positive against 52% of MobileMemory's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Owlfiles ships an update every 4 weeks, MobileMemory every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Owlfiles versus MobileMemory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOwlfilesMobileMemory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7.2K ratings) — better4.2 (351 ratings)
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews — better52.1% of reviews
Number of ratings7.2K — better351
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkyjos Co., Ltd.Leef Ltd.

Customer experience

Owlfiles

All ratings7,237 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews479 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral8.1%
Negative26.9%

MobileMemory

All ratings351 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral6.3%
Negative15.1%
Written reviews626 reviews
Positive52.1%
Neutral9.1%
Negative38.8%

User reviews

Owlfiles

From 7.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Seamless file transfers
  • 🎥 Good media playback support
  • 🔒 Secure file management
  • 💡 Useful network tools

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited free features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation

MobileMemory

From 351 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient file transfers
  • 💡 Convenient portable storage
  • 🚀 Quick photo/video backup
  • 👍 Helpful for managing iPhone storage

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🐛 Unreliable file transfers
  • 🐛 Corrupted photos/videos
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🐛 Firmware update process is cumbersome

Bugs and requests

Owlfiles

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to open certain file types
  • Sync issues with network shares
  • Inconsistent video playback performance

Requested features

5 requests
  • Thumbnail preview for files
  • Resume playback option for media
  • Batch file rename and delete
  • Better integration with cloud storage
  • Chromecast/AirPlay support

MobileMemory

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incompatible with iOS 11 and newer
  • Firmware update issues
  • Unreliable file transfer functionality
  • Crashes when unplugging the device

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved file management features
  • Compatibility with latest iOS versions
  • Seamless firmware update process
  • Support for USB-C connectivity
  • Cloud storage integration

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Owlfiles

Subscriptions3
  • Owlfiles Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Owlfiles Pro Yearly Promo$9.991 Year
  • Owlfiles Pro Yearly1 Month trial$12.991 Year
One-time2
  • Owlfiles Pro Lifetime Promo$23.99
  • Owlfiles Pro Lifetime$29.99
None

MobileMemory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Owlfiles free?
Owlfiles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MobileMemory free?
MobileMemory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Owlfiles or MobileMemory?
Owlfiles is rated higher. Owlfiles averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while MobileMemory averages 4.2 from 351 ratings.
Do Owlfiles or MobileMemory have ads?
Neither Owlfiles nor MobileMemory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Owlfiles or MobileMemory?
Owlfiles ships an update every 4 weeks, and MobileMemory every 5 weeks. Most recently, Owlfiles was updated on October 26, 2026 and MobileMemory on October 22, 2026.

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