Comparison

FileCrane vs TapCopy

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

Head to head
About

FileCrane

Easily manage files and folders across online storage services with drag-and-drop functionality. Preview various file types, including documents, media, and more, without needing separate applications. Seamlessly integrate with other apps for sharing and backup.

Highlights
  • Drag-and-drop file management
  • Background copy/move preview
  • Built-in viewer for multiple file types
  • OpenIn integration
  • Link to PC shared folders (NAS/SMB)
  • Passcode lock
  • ZIP compression/decompression
Features
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A simple but powerful file manager (filer) APP, focused on usability. With FileCrane you can drag'n'drop to move or copy files and folders in online storage services. Main features: - Handle files and folders easily- + Just drag and drop files to move/copy. + You can handle files and folders like Finder(Mac) or Explorer(Windows). +Preview file while copy/move in background.(New Feature!) - Preview files of all kinds- + Tap a file to preview it on a different window. + Built-in viewer supports many formats. It supports PDF, MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Apple iWork files, audios, images, movies, texts and Rich Text Format files. ※Editing is not supported. - OpenIn, Mail and Twitter- + Supports import and export of OpenIn APPs. + Directly attach files to email, and directly open e-mail attached files. + Directly attach files to your tweet. - Link to Shared folder of PCs + You can link to NAS(SMB protocol) and Windows PCs. (New Feature!) - Link to multiple Dropbox accounts + By purchasing Dropbox add-on, you can link to multiple Dropbox accounts. - Backup files through iTunes + You can copy and backup files downloaded to App Local to your Mac offline through iTunes. - Other Features - + Supports custom URL scheme (jp.co.ablecomputer.FileCrane). + Passcode lock. + Supports ZIP compression and decompression. + View Properties - Please Note! - + In order to access your Photos folder, you’ll need to give permission to the APP. Follow the directions in the APP, and give permission. (This APP does not use or collect the location data.) + This APP cannot delete or edit files in "Photos" in you iPhone. + To use the features of Dropbox, you need to have your own Dropbox account.

About

TapCopy

Quickly save and copy frequently used text snippets like replies, signatures, and addresses. Organize your text into notes and copy entire notes or specific blocks with a single tap. A home screen widget provides even faster access.

Highlights
  • Save and copy text snippets
  • Organize notes with titles
  • Copy entire notes or text blocks
  • Home screen widget for quick access
  • Ad-free Pro version available
Features
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TapCopy saves the text you keep typing again: replies, addresses, email signatures, links and hashtags. Add your own text once, then tap Copy on its card when you need it. COPY FROM YOUR LIST Each note has a copy button. Use the large-button layout or switch to a compact list to see more notes. Give notes a title and arrange them in the order that suits you. USE A WHOLE NOTE OR A BLOCK Copy all of a note, or choose a text block in its detail view. Blank lines separate automatic blocks; you can also define blocks from selected lines. Keep an address and a message together, then copy only the part you need. COPY, THEN PASTE TapCopy puts the selected text on the clipboard. Switch to your message, email or form and paste it there. You save the text you want to reuse; TapCopy does not automatically collect your clipboard history. A Home Screen widget is also available for saved notes. FREE AND PRO Save up to 20 notes for free with ads. Text blocks do not have a separate count limit. An optional one-time TapCopy Pro purchase removes ads and the note limit. Check the purchase screen for your local price. Start with a reply or an address you often send. Save it, copy it, and paste it when you need it. Privacy Policy: https://kazusa703.github.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://kazusa703.github.io/terms.html Support: https://kazusa703.github.io/support.html

Screenshots

FileCrane4 screens
TapCopy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TapCopy at 100% against FileCrane's 60%. TapCopy also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). FileCrane's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. FileCrane sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TapCopy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileCrane ships an update every 7 months, TapCopy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
FileCrane versus TapCopy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileCraneTapCopy
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS7.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerablecomputer Inc.atsuko imai

Customer experience

FileCrane

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

TapCopy

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FileCrane

One-time1
  • WebDAV Add-On$3.99
1 purchases

TapCopy

One-time1
  • TapCopy Pro$2.99

Questions

Is FileCrane free?
FileCrane is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TapCopy free?
TapCopy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FileCrane or TapCopy have ads?
TapCopy shows ads; FileCrane does not.
Which is updated more often, FileCrane or TapCopy?
FileCrane ships an update every 7 months, and TapCopy every 2 months. Most recently, FileCrane was updated on October 23, 2026 and TapCopy on October 25, 2026.

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