Comparison

Zapya vs Air Share

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

Head to head
About

Zapya

Share files between devices wirelessly and quickly, even large amounts of data. Connect with nearby users via GPS or QR codes. Secure your private files and chat offline with friends.

Highlights
  • Wireless file transfer
  • Cross-platform sharing
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • Nearby device discovery (GPS)
  • QR code sharing
  • Hidden folder for private files
  • Offline chat
  • Remote camera control (PeerCam)
Features
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File sharing has never been simpler! Without the need of a cable or cellular data, you can share files from device to device for free with Zapya. Zapya allows you to seamlessly transfer massive files across multiple platforms with speeds up to 10MB/second or up to 260 pictures in a minute. Looking to quickly connect with someone nearby? With the support of GPS location, Zapya provides a fast and accurate way to find nearby devices. You can also shake your devices at the same time in order to connect. Zapya can support USB Backup and Restore on iPad. Another way to connect on Zapya is via QR Codes. You can generate a personalized QR code in order to share multiple files at once. Others just need to scan the QR code to have the files to instantly start downloading onto their phone. Without touching your keyboard, you can share files to others! If you have important files on your device that you do not want others to have access to, you can select and lock those files into a hidden folder. By doing this, the next time you go to share files with someone; they will not be able to see or access those files. Besides sharing files, you can chat offline with up to five other devices using Zapya. You can also move the phone log and photos from your old device to your new phone in a matter of minutes. Or if you want to take photos remotely, you can use the PeerCam feature and control the camera of a connected device with peer permission. If you like Zapya, please give us reviews and high ratings. Your support is much appreciated! If you experience any issues or have any suggestions, please send feedback to us within the app or contact: feedback@dewmobile.net. Disclaimer: This app may use your location even when it is not open, which can decrease device battery life.

About

Air Share

Easily back up, transfer, and clean up your iPhone or iPad data wirelessly. Manage photos, videos, and files without cables, free up storage, and keep your information secure on your Mac or PC.

Highlights
  • Wireless backup to Mac/PC
  • Fast device-to-device transfer
  • No internet connection needed for transfers
  • Delete duplicate photos/videos
  • Free up storage space
  • Intuitive interface
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Your all-in-one solution to backup, transfer, and clean up your iPhone or iPad. Fast, secure, and easy to use. Running out of storage, switching devices, or just want to keep your data safe? Air Share helps you manage your photos, videos, and files without cables or complicated steps. BACKUP : Keep Your Data Safe Securely back up your photos, videos, and important files to your Mac or PC in just a few taps. Wireless backup without cables Fast and reliable transfers Store your data safely outside your device Restore your files anytime TRANSFER : Move Data Seamlessly Transfer photos, videos, and files between iPhone and iPad with ease. Fast device-to-device transfer No internet connection required Send large files without compression Ideal when switching devices CLEANUP : Free Up Space Clear unwanted files and organize your gallery efficiently. Swipe to delete photos quickly Detect and remove duplicate photos and videos Smart scanning for similar media Free up storage in minutes WHY AIR SHARE Simple and intuitive interface No technical setup required Smooth performance with low battery usage Designed for everyday use **************** Free Usage Access : > User can use all features with backup, transfer or cleanup limits Pro User Access ( Subscription Or Lifetime ) > User can do unlimited backup, transfer or cleanups **************** Privacy Policy Link : https://www.dropouts.in/privacypolicy/privacy-policy.html Terms and Conditions Link : https://www.dropouts.in/privacypolicy/terms-of-use.html

Screenshots

Zapya4 screens
Air Share4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zapya at none against Air Share's 5. Zapya also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (33K vs 228). Air Share's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Air Share sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. Zapya asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Zapya against 4.5 for Air Share. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zapya has 33K ratings behind it against 228, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Zapya's written reviews are positive against 58% of Air Share's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zapya ships an update every 10 days, Air Share every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Zapya versus Air Share: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZapyaAir Share
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (33K ratings) — better4.5 (228 ratings)
Positive reviews62.3% of reviews — better58.1% of reviews
Number of ratings33K — better228
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB34 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDewMobile, IncDropouts Technologies LLP

Customer experience

Zapya

All ratings33,330 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.9%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews782 reviews
Positive62.3%
Neutral6.9%
Negative30.8%

Air Share

All ratings228 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive58.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative38.7%

Bugs and requests

Zapya

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes on startup
  • Unable to connect to PC or other devices
  • Transferred files have unknown extensions
  • Unexpected folder creation in photo albums

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved video player functionality
  • Better support for music file transfers

Air Share

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Zapya

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Air Share

Subscriptions4
  • Quarterly Purchase Plan7 Days trial$0.993 Months
  • Half Yearly Purchase Plan7 Days trial$1.996 Months
  • Weekly Purchase Plan$1.997 Days
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  • Yearly Purchase Plan$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$19.99

Questions

Is Zapya free?
Zapya is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Air Share free?
Air Share is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zapya or Air Share?
Zapya is rated higher. Zapya averages 4.6 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Air Share averages 4.5 from 228 ratings.
Do Zapya or Air Share have ads?
Zapya shows ads; Air Share does not.
Which is updated more often, Zapya or Air Share?
Zapya ships an update every 10 days, and Air Share every 3 months. Most recently, Zapya was updated on September 25, 2026 and Air Share on September 14, 2026.

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