# File Explorer (File Manager) vs iFiles

The clearest difference is rating: iFiles at 4.7 against File Explorer (File Manager)'s 3.6. iFiles also leads on ratings volume (3.2K vs 35). File Explorer (File Manager)'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. File Explorer (File Manager) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and iFiles sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iFiles holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iFiles has 3.2K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of File Explorer (File Manager)'s written reviews are positive against 46% of iFiles's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

File Explorer (File Manager) ships an update monthly, iFiles every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Explorer (File Manager) | iFiles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-explorer-file-manager/id511271604/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifiles-file-manager-browser/id908003044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **52.5% of reviews** | 45.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Certchip Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652474819) | [Yajing Qian](https://appshunter.io/developer/566517066) |

## 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 |


### iFiles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifiles-file-manager-browser/id908003044)

Organize, view, convert, and secure all your files in one powerful app. Includes a document scanner, PDF reader, media players, and file conversion tools. Manage files from cloud storage and network servers with ease.

**Highlights:** File management and organization, Document scanning and PDF editing, File conversion for documents and media, Built-in music and video players, Web browser with file downloader, ZIP/RAR extraction and archiving, Cloud storage and network server integration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Useful file management
- 🔗 Good for file sharing
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive
- 🌐 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 📢 Excessive ads/pop-ups

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Freezing and crashing on login
- Inability to unzip files properly

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved file transfer and sharing
- Better compatibility with external devices


## Frequently asked questions

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

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

### Is iFiles free?

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

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

iFiles is rated higher. File Explorer (File Manager) averages 3.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while iFiles averages 4.7 from 3.2K ratings.

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

iFiles shows ads; File Explorer (File Manager) does not.

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

File Explorer (File Manager) ships an update monthly, and iFiles every 3 weeks. Most recently, File Explorer (File Manager) was updated on October 28, 2026 and iFiles on October 26, 2026.

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