Comparison

File Pro Mini vs Remote File Explorer

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

Head to head
About

File Pro Mini

Manage, transfer, and secure your files and documents with a comprehensive suite of tools. This app offers PDF scanning, audio recording, file editing, and robust organization features, all within a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • File transfer via Wi-Fi, FTP, and USB
  • Cloud sync with iCloud, Dropbox, Box.net, Sugarsync
  • PDF scanning and editing
  • Audio recording and playback
  • Create and manage folders
  • Password-protected private folder
  • Support for various file types (RAR, CBR, Office, iWork)
Features
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#1 app, Multi-Functional, Easy-to-Use and Robust app for files & documents. Import files, documents & media from PC/Mac, email attachments, dropbox, sugarsync, iCloud & Box.net to File Pro along with amazing transfer features of FTP and Wifi. The only documents manager app which includes total security of files along with PDF scanner, Audio Recorder and editing TXT files. Open all kind of file & documents including RAR and CBR files. SO MUCH AT SO LESS is called File Pro Why would you spend 5 - 6 dollars for some file reader app, scanner app, audio memo, folder locker app and file manager app if there is File for you to perform all these tasks. Not just reading and scanning documents is the main aim of the app but to manage/organize your documents properly and using them easily when needed. "You have tons of files you need to get from one device to another, so what do you do? You use File Pro, that’s what you do." - App Chronicles. ***FILE TRANSFER*** • Transfer files using Wi-Fi & FTP • Sync files with iCloud • Transfer files using USB • Sync files with Dropbox, Box.net & Sugarsync • Import photos/videos from photo library • Capture photos/videos from within app. ***CREATE FILES*** • Scan to PDF File/Save PDF in Portrait/Landscape View • Create Text File • Create Zip File • Audio Files ***FILE MANAGEMENT*** • Create Folders/SubFolders • Copy/Move/Remove and Rename FIles/folders • PRIVATE FOLDER (move private docs in this folder and lock folder with a password) • Make ZIP of files and Email it • Select Multiple Files to delete, email, copy, move. • Sorting and Searching documents • Open password protected PDF. • Select all files and folders on a single click ***BROWSING FILES*** • SORT FILES - By their names, by size, by date, and by type. • SEARCH FILES - Search your file from a collection at the spur of the moment. • LANSCAPE/PORTRAIT SUPPORT • Display of file size, extension and last modified date, total files in a folder etc. ***PDF VIEWER*** • iBooks like thumbnails of pdf and Large thumbnails view • Search & Highlight Text • Read password protected pdf file • Bookmark pages • Open Links • Jump to page from index • Air Print Support • Portrait and Landscape Support • "Open In" other apps *** PHOTO VIEWER *** Swipe to change image Play slideshow Copy to clipboard Airprint, Email and Save to camera roll Transition effects and settings for time duration Delete image ***SUPPORTED FILES*** - Images (JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF and others) - iWork Documents (Pages, Numbers / Keynotes) - PDF - Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) - Text File (Rich Text Format) - Audio (MP3, AAC, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, WAV) - Video (all iPhone supported formats, MPEG-4, MP4, MOV) - HTML / Comma Seperated (CSV) files - ZIP/RAR & CBR files. ***Save Mail Attachments Directly to File*** ***Air Print *** Get the hard print of files from the soft copy via the air print feature. ***Retina Graphics*** Retina graphics for iPhone 6 & 6+ and the new iPad. ***SECURE Documents*** Lock app with passcode if you do not wish anyone else to view your important documents ***Email Files*** Share your files or documents on the go via Email just in one click! App is compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus iPod 4th Generation and iPod 5th Generation, iPad1, iPad2, the new iPad, iPad 4 and iPad mini.

About

Remote File Explorer

Access files on your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer, as well as cloud storage like Dropbox, directly from your iPhone or iPad. Transfer, manage, and view your documents, photos, and videos with built-in readers and players.

Highlights
  • Access remote computers (Mac, Windows, Linux)
  • Connect to Dropbox and cloud storage
  • Transfer files between devices
  • Search files by name
  • Built-in photo viewer
  • Video and music player
  • Document reader for Office and iWork
Features
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# Remote File Explorer – LAN File Manager Access, organize, and manage files across your local network with **Remote File Explorer**. Connect to Windows PCs, Macs, Linux servers, NAS devices, FTP/SFTP servers, WebDAV storage, and more—all from your iPhone or iPad. Browse remote folders, transfer files at high speed, stream media without downloading, edit documents, and securely manage your network storage with an intuitive interface designed for both everyday users and IT professionals. ## Key Features • Connect to SMB/CIFS, SFTP, FTP, FTPS, WebDAV, NFS, and SSH servers • Automatically discover devices on your local network with Bonjour and network scanning • Browse, copy, move, rename, delete, and organize remote files and folders • Upload and download files with support for background transfers • Resume interrupted transfers and manage multiple transfer queues • Stream videos and music directly from network storage without downloading • Preview photos, PDFs, Office documents, archives, text files, and more • Built-in text editor with syntax highlighting for developers • ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, and GZIP archive support • Advanced search across remote folders and file contents • Synchronize folders between your device and remote servers • Save unlimited server connections with favorites and quick access • Securely store credentials using Face ID, Touch ID, and Keychain • Wake compatible computers remotely with Wake-on-LAN • Built-in SSH terminal for remote administration • Integrates with the Files app for seamless file access • Supports Siri Shortcuts, Home Screen widgets, and Dark Mode ## Built for Performance Remote File Explorer is optimized for fast browsing and efficient transfers, even when working with large folders or high-capacity NAS devices. Intelligent caching, parallel transfers, and background processing keep your workflow smooth and responsive. ## Secure by Design Your connections are protected using modern encryption technologies including SSH and TLS. Login credentials are securely stored in Apple's Keychain, and biometric authentication helps keep your data private. Whether you're managing a home server, accessing office files, maintaining a NAS, or administering remote systems, Remote File Explorer provides a powerful and reliable file management experience for your entire local network. #Remote File Explorer offers auto-renewing subscription options: •$7.99 per month •$34.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases within Video Stabilizer • Subscriptions are billed weekly/yearly on the subscription plan • 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 • 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 of Use: https://tos.asiancomputingapps.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.asiancomputingapps.com

Screenshots

File Pro Mini4 screens
Remote File Explorer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: File Pro Mini at 62% against Remote File Explorer's 11%. File Pro Mini also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 161 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). Remote File Explorer's advantage is rating (2.1 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (40 vs 10). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. File Pro Mini sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Remote File Explorer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 2.1 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 40 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of File Pro Mini's written reviews are positive against 11% of Remote File Explorer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Pro Mini ships an update every 3 months, Remote File Explorer every 161 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
File Pro Mini versus Remote File Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile Pro MiniRemote File Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (10 ratings)2.1 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.0% of reviews — better11.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1040 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 161 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPerception SystemDo Anh

Customer experience

File Pro Mini

All ratings10 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive62.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative32.4%

Remote File Explorer

All ratings40 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative86.4%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

File Pro Mini

One-time6
  • 1 Credit$0.99
  • 3 Credits$1.99
  • Upgrade to File Pro$2.99
Show 3 more
  • 10 Credits$3.99
  • Email Attachment Saver$9.99
  • 50 Credits$14.99
3 purchases

Remote File Explorer

Subscriptions2
  • Remote File Explorer Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Remote File Explorer Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remote File Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is File Pro Mini free?
File Pro Mini is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote File Explorer free?
Remote File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, File Pro Mini or Remote File Explorer?
Remote File Explorer is rated higher. File Pro Mini averages 1.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Remote File Explorer averages 2.1 from 40 ratings.
Do File Pro Mini or Remote File Explorer have ads?
Neither File Pro Mini nor Remote File Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Pro Mini or Remote File Explorer?
File Pro Mini ships an update every 3 months, and Remote File Explorer every 161 months. Most recently, File Pro Mini was updated on October 12, 2026 and Remote File Explorer on October 7, 2026.

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