# File Explorer (File Manager) vs File Manager

The clearest difference is rating: File Manager at 4.3 against File Explorer (File Manager)'s 3.6. File Explorer (File Manager)'s advantage is review sentiment (55% vs 17%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. File Explorer (File Manager) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and File Manager sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35 and 57 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of File Explorer (File Manager)'s written reviews are positive against 17% of File Manager's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Explorer (File Manager) | File Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-explorer-file-manager/id511271604/reviews) | **[4.3 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-documents-viewer/id1630811049/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **57** |
| Positive reviews | **54.8% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Certchip Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652474819) | [Sunshine Software Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788219451) |

## What reviewers say

### File Explorer (File Manager)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-explorer-file-manager/id511271604)

Manage local and cloud files with this comprehensive tool. It supports multiple cloud services, offers file sharing via Wi-Fi, and includes media playback and editing features. Secure your data with a secret folder.

**Highlights:** Cloud drive management (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive), File sharing via Wi-Fi (HTTP, FTP), Video to MP3 and video to MP4 conversion, Photo and video editing (rotate, flip), Secret folder with password/Touch ID protection, Built-in music player and voice recorder, Download files from web pages

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | Free | one-time |
| Pro Version | $0.99 | one-time |


### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-documents-viewer/id1630811049)

Manage and organize all your local and cloud-stored files with this comprehensive utility. Access documents, media, and recordings, and secure your data with biometric protection. Offers robust file manipulation and cloud integration.

**Highlights:** Multiple cloud service integration, PDF reader and image viewer, Audio recorder and rich text editor, Uncompression tool for Zip, Rar, 7z, Biometric file protection (Touch ID/Face ID), Offline file access, URL downloader

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Days Free Trial Weekly VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| 7 Day Free Then Get Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual VIP | $49.99 | per year |
| Get Premium One Time Purchase | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Explorer (File Manager) free?

File Explorer (File Manager) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is File Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, File Explorer (File Manager) or File Manager?

File Manager is rated higher. File Explorer (File Manager) averages 3.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while File Manager averages 4.3 from 57 ratings.

### Do File Explorer (File Manager) or File Manager have ads?

Neither File Explorer (File Manager) nor File Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, File Explorer (File Manager) or File Manager?

File Explorer (File Manager) ships an update monthly, and File Manager monthly. Most recently, File Explorer (File Manager) was updated on October 24, 2026 and File Manager on October 24, 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.*