Comparison

Google Chrome vs Browser & Offline File Storage

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

Head to head
About

Google Chrome

This web browser offers fast and secure internet access, integrating Google Search and Lens for quick information retrieval. It provides robust security features like enhanced protection and password management, and syncs your data across devices for seamless browsing.

Highlights
  • Fast and secure browsing
  • Google Search and Lens integration
  • Enhanced protection mode
  • Password manager
  • Cross-device sync
  • Tab groups
  • Autofill
Features
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Chrome helps you do what’s possible on the web. Download the fast, secure browser by Google. GET THE BEST OF GOOGLE IN CHROME • SEARCH WITH GOOGLE - Search and get answers on Google fast. Use your voice to search hands-free. • GOOGLE LENS - Search what you see on your screen or with your camera. • GOOGLE TRANSLATE - Explore the web in 130+ languages. Translate entire sites in one click. BROWSE WITH BEST-IN-CLASS SECURITY • ENHANCED PROTECTION MODE - Browse confidently with the highest level of Chrome’s security. • SAFETY CHECK - Get peace of mind with proactive safety alerts. • GOOGLE PASSWORD MANAGER - Securely generate and save passwords for fast sign-in, and get alerts if your passwords are at risk. ACCESS YOUR CHROME ACROSS DEVICES • SYNC ACROSS DEVICES - Save your things (like bookmarks, tabs, and passwords) and easily access them when you sign in to Chrome on your phone, computer or tablet. • TAB GROUPS - Create tab groups to stay organized across devices. • AUTOFILL - Save time typing by autofilling your saved payments, addresses and passwords. Feature availability varies by country and language. Compatibility varies. Check responses for accuracy.

About

Browser & Offline File Storage

Browse the web and manage files offline with this app. It features a robust file manager, supports various audio and video formats, and allows secure web surfing. Transfer files to your computer via Wi-Fi and organize your documents and media with ease.

Highlights
  • Offline web browsing
  • File management
  • Audio and video playback
  • Wi-Fi file transfer
  • Passcode lock
  • Playlist creation
Features
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Offline web browser and file manager. ● Browse the web and manage files ● Offline storage ● Web Browser ● Play audio and video files: MP3, MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV, 4K videos ● File manager: copy, edit ● Share files The application allows you to browse the web, cache offline, download and manage files on your iPhone, and iPad. Preview images, documents, PDFs, and media files. Transfer files to your computer via Wi-Fi. Upload and manage your files. Download big files in the background, and manage files . FEATURES: ● Private and Safe web surfing ● Play video with supported formats: - MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV, 4K videos ● Play audio - audio player: MP3 and other formats ● Playlists - create playlists - listen to songs - watch videos ● Passcode lock ● Web browser - Full-screen mode - Google search - Search auto-completion - History support - Address bar auto-completion - HTTP basic authentication ● Manage files offline - Fast speed - Control of loading: pause and resume - Speed indicator and progress bar - In-app utility notification ● File manager - Store files offline - Preview documents with file formats: .pdf, .doc, .xls, .ppt, .txt, .html, .rtf and other - Create folders - Move, rename, and delete files - Search by file name - Unzip ZIP files ● File sharing - Transfer files to a computer via Wi-Fi - Upload files to a smartphone via Wi-Fi - Share files with any application (email, Files app) ● Multitasking - Background tasks NOTE: the app does not download audio and video from unauthorized websites. In-app purchase: "Full access: unlock features" provides full access to the app without ads. The app would be able to transfer files over Wi-Fi. • Length of subscription is 1 month. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms and conditions http://bit.ly/2DRI1GV Privacy policy http://bit.ly/2PQmyCJ

Screenshots

Google Chrome4 screens
Browser & Offline File Storage4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Google Chrome at 61% against Browser & Offline File Storage's 27%. Google Chrome also leads on ratings volume (3.9M vs 32K) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Browser & Offline File Storage's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Google Chrome sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Browser & Offline File Storage sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Google Chrome holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Chrome has 3.9M ratings behind it against 32K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Google Chrome's written reviews are positive against 27% of Browser & Offline File Storage's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Google Chrome versus Browser & Offline File Storage: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoogle ChromeBrowser & Offline File Storage
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.9M ratings) — better4.5 (32K ratings)
Positive reviews60.8% of reviews — better27.2% of reviews
Number of ratings3.9M — better32K
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#2 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size410 MB227 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGoogleYurii Kobets

Customer experience

Google Chrome

All ratings3,860,939 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews7,441 reviews
Positive60.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative34.0%

Browser & Offline File Storage

All ratings32,127 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.9%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews394 reviews
Positive27.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative68.5%

User reviews

Google Chrome

From 3.9M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 💡 Useful integration with other Google services

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Unreliable search results
  • 💤 Slow page loading
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns
  • 🤔 Counterintuitive UI changes

Browser & Offline File Storage

From 32K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • ⚡️ Fast download speeds
  • 🎨 Visually appealing interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
  • 💰 Aggressive monetization with constant ads
  • 🔍 Lack of organization and file management features
  • 📥 Unreliable and inconsistent download functionality

Bugs and requests

Google Chrome

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Keyboard issues and lags
  • Inconsistent behavior when closing tabs
  • Unreliable bookmark syncing
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable UI and layout options
  • Improved tab management and session recovery
  • Better support for extensions and add-ons
  • Enhanced password management and syncing

Browser & Offline File Storage

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes or becomes unresponsive
  • Downloaded files not saving properly
  • Inconsistent behavior when trying to download content

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to organize downloaded files into folders
  • Option to save downloads directly to device storage
  • Better support for a wider range of websites and content

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Google Chrome

Subscriptions16
  • 100 GB2 variants$1.991 Month
  • 100 GB1 Month trial2 variants$1.991 Month
  • 200 GB1 Month trial2 variants$2.991 Month
Show 13 more
  • 200 GB2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Google AI Plus (400 GB)$4.991 Month
  • Google AI Plus (2 TB)1 Month trial2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Google AI Plus (2 TB)$9.991 Month
  • 100 GB2 variants$19.991 Year
  • 100 GB1 Year trial$19.991 Year
  • 100 GB1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • 5 TB$24.991 Month
  • 200 GB1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • 2 TB1 Year trial$99.991 Year
  • 30 TB2 variants$149.991 Month
  • Google AI Ultra (30 TB)2 variants$249.991 Month
  • 5 TB$249.991 Year
5 purchases

Browser & Offline File Storage

Subscriptions5
  • Full access: unlock features3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Full access: unlock features3 Days trial2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Full access: unlock features3 Days trial$5.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Full access: unlock features3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Full access: unlock features3 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Google Chrome free?
Google Chrome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Browser & Offline File Storage free?
Browser & Offline File Storage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Google Chrome or Browser & Offline File Storage?
Google Chrome is rated higher. Google Chrome averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.9M ratings, while Browser & Offline File Storage averages 4.5 from 32K ratings.
Do Google Chrome or Browser & Offline File Storage have ads?
Both Google Chrome and Browser & Offline File Storage show ads.
Which is updated more often, Google Chrome or Browser & Offline File Storage?
Google Chrome ships an update weekly, and Browser & Offline File Storage weekly. Most recently, Google Chrome was updated on September 24, 2026 and Browser & Offline File Storage on September 24, 2026.

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