Comparison

FileMaster vs FileMate

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

Head to head
About

FileMaster

Manage, view, and play all your files securely on your iOS device. Transfer files from your computer, protect them with passwords, and access them remotely. Supports a wide range of media and document formats.

Highlights
  • File management (copy, cut, paste, delete)
  • Password protection for app and folders
  • Remote file access
  • Media playback (video/audio)
  • Document viewing (PDF, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Cloud storage integration
  • File transfer
Features
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# The most powerful file manager of iOS. You deserve it!# FileMaster is a file manager, document viewer, video/audio player, text editor, and more for iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch. Transfer files from your computer, carry them around with you, and share them with your friends. Using FileMaster is easy. Just long-press on a file or folder icon to display a popup menu. Simply tap your selection and you’re ready to go. You can tap on the screen to copy, paste, create folders and so on. There’s no need to worry about the security of FileMaster, either. Your files can be accessed remotely with a password or locally with a master passcode. No one but you will see what’s in your FileMaster. # File Manager # - Create new folders?- Copy, cut, paste, delete operations - Long press to popup menus - Support multi-selection mode - Import photos/videos from the system album - Take private photo or video inside the app?- Check the free diskspace - Cloud stroge supports:Dropbox,SkyDrive,Box... # Powerful media player # - Support avi/flv/rmvm/rm/mov/mp4/mp3/wma/m3u8... - Show snapshot of videos # Music Player # - Play all mp3 files in one folder - Play control - Background play - 4 loop modes supported # Privacy Protection # - App password - Folder password - Hide files/folders # Document viewer # - Support word/excel/ppt/pdf/txt/page/number/html/jpeg/epub/chm- zip/unzip (.zip or .rar files) - Open files with other apps - Open files from other apps - Send file as email attachment Contact with me:esongtech@126.com

About

FileMate

This app is a powerful local file manager that allows you to browse, organize, and protect your documents, photos, and videos. It offers robust privacy features like file hiding and password protection, along with convenient file transfer and archive management.

Highlights
  • Local file management
  • Photo and video vault
  • File hiding and password protection
  • WiFi and iTunes file transfer
  • Archive and extract (7z, rar, zip)
  • File search and marking
  • Customizable themes
Features
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FileMate – Local File Manager FileMate is a powerful local file manager for iPhone that helps you easily manage, browse, transfer, and protect files. View documents, photos, videos, and archives in one place. Keep your private files safe with built-in privacy protection and password lock. Simple, fast, and designed for everyday file management. -------- Core Features File Browser Quickly view and preview many file types: • Office documents and PDF files • Text files: txt, json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml • High-resolution images and long screenshots • Audio and video playback with an efficient media player -------- File Manager Powerful tools to organize your files: • Create folders and files • Rename, copy, move, and delete files • View file attributes • Hide files for privacy Sort files by name, type, time, or size. -------- Privacy Protection Protect your private files inside the app. • Hide sensitive files • Files remain isolated from other apps • Optional password protection -------- Key Functions Add Files Add files to FileMate in multiple ways: • Create folders, text files, photos, and videos directly in the app • Import files from Photos, Files, or other apps • Transfer files between PC and iPhone via WiFi • Transfer files between Mac and iPhone using Finder or iTunes -------- Archive & Extract FileMate supports common archive formats: • 7z • rar • zip • tar Password-protected archives are supported. -------- File Search Quickly find files using: • Fuzzy search • Multi-keyword search -------- File Marking Mark important files for faster access and display them in custom sorting views. -------- Hidden Files Private files can be set as hidden. Hidden files are not shown by default and can be revealed when needed. -------- Password Lock Protect access to the app: • App password lock • Face ID / Touch ID unlock • Custom authentication timeout settings -------- Super Hidden Mode Hide all settings related to hidden files so only you know these features exist. -------- Additional Features Sharing Panel • Import files into the app in batches • Share files to other apps Theme Settings • Customize themes • Adjust folder style, menus, and text size Unread Reminder • Set reminder times for unread files -------- Contact & Feedback If you have any questions or suggestions about the product, please feel free to contact us. Email: orange_family@icloud.com QQ group: 398168949 -------- [Auto-renewable subscription service] 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Month) 2. Period: 1 Month 3. Price: $0.99 / Month 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Year) 2. Period: 1 Year 3. Price: $9.99 / Year 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

FileMaster4 screens
FileMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FileMate at every 2 weeks against FileMaster's every 3 months. FileMaster's advantage is ratings volume (4.9K vs 378) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. FileMaster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FileMate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FileMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMaster has 4.9K ratings behind it against 378, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of FileMaster's written reviews are positive against 75% of FileMate's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileMaster ships an update every 3 months, FileMate every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FileMaster versus FileMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileMasterFileMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4.9K ratings)4.6 (378 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews — better75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.9K — better378
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB94 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Youmi Information Technology Co. LtdJUNBO JIA

Customer experience

FileMaster

All ratings4,897 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral6.2%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews1,639 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral6.3%
Negative12.4%

FileMate

All ratings378 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral7.7%
Negative17.3%

User reviews

FileMaster

From 4.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Efficient file management
  • 🔒 Secure file storage
  • 💡 Versatile file support
  • 🎨 Intuitive organization

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 💸 Aggressive advertising
  • 🔍 Difficult navigation
  • 🔌 Unreliable download/transfer functionality

FileMate

From 378 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 All projects in one place
  • 👍 Few ads, good folder app
  • 👍 Good customization options
  • 👍 Real-time video playback
  • 👍 Easy to use and access

Room to improve

  • 👎 Too many prompts
  • 👎 Limited file viewers
  • 👎 Videos don’t play audio
  • 👎 Ads are annoying
  • 👎 Full-screen ads

Bugs and requests

FileMaster

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Locked out of account due to password issues
  • Inability to download certain file types
  • Inconsistent browser performance

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved cloud storage integration
  • Enhanced music player functionality
  • Drag-and-drop file management
  • Dark mode option

FileMate

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Videos don’t play audio
  • Files can be accessed by other apps
  • Videos play without sound
  • MKV files not playable
  • MP4 file play without sound
Show 9 more
  • Thumbnail blank, video black screen with sound
  • Import photos not working after update
  • Sharing files not working after update
  • More ads than before
  • Full-screen ads
  • Shake to hide doesn't jump out of hidden directories
  • App stays in background for a long time without being killed
  • Single directory with over 5000 images causes crash
  • Basic functions removed after update

Requested features

20 requests
  • Provide multiple purchase options
  • Add Face ID and Touch ID for hidden files
  • Improve file viewer features (thumbnails, playlists, adjustments)
  • Add folder locking to prevent accidental deletion
  • Implement folder download from PC
Show 15 more
  • Display folder space usage and phone storage remaining
  • Add file property viewing
  • Improve handling of large numbers of images in a directory
  • Add reverse sorting option
  • Improve batch selection for importing files
  • Allow font size adjustment
  • Add progress bar for document viewing
  • Enhance support for landscape mode
  • Add manual language selection
  • Allow password lock on shake to hide feature
  • Improve video playback (swipe to next, no sound issue)
  • Auto-hide hidden items after a period of inactivity
  • Fix import photos issue
  • Fix sharing files issue
  • Fix more ads than before

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FileMaster

One-time1
  • ADS free$2.99
7 purchases

FileMate

Subscriptions2
  • All Access, Removing Ad$3.991 Month
  • All Access, Removing Ad$34.991 Year
One-time5
  • Removing Ad$9.99
  • Theme, Folder and Night Mode$9.99
  • Passcode Lock$9.99
Show 2 more
  • Super Hidden$9.99
  • All Features & Removing Ad$149.99

Questions

Is FileMaster free?
FileMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FileMate free?
FileMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FileMaster or FileMate?
FileMate is rated higher. FileMaster averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.9K ratings, while FileMate averages 4.6 from 378 ratings.
Do FileMaster or FileMate have ads?
Both FileMaster and FileMate show ads.
Which is updated more often, FileMaster or FileMate?
FileMaster ships an update every 3 months, and FileMate every 2 weeks. Most recently, FileMaster was updated on October 21, 2026 and FileMate on October 19, 2026.

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