Comparison

Send Anywhere vs FileShare

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

Head to head
About

Send Anywhere

Easily share any file type, including photos, videos, and music, to any device without registration. Utilize a 6-digit key, shareable links, or direct device notifications for instant, unlimited transfers. Play music and videos directly within the app.

Highlights
  • Unlimited file sharing
  • 6-digit key transfer
  • Shareable links (48-hour validity)
  • Direct device notifications
  • In-app music player
  • In-app video player with subtitle support
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Send Anywhere: Easy, quick, and unlimited file sharing Send your photos and videos in original size to your PC, share them with your friends, transfer your music files to your iPhone. You can send to anywhere you want instantly, for free. No login or registration required. • 6-Digit Key A security key that lets you send and receive files on Send Anywhere. It will be generated after selecting files. When the key is entered on the receiving device, files will be sent instantly. • Share Link You can generate a link and share with multiple people. Links are valid for 48 hours. • To Device Send a notification to receiving devices, allowing them to receive files without having to enter a key. • Play Music Received music files can be played right in the app! You can even make a music playlist of your own and send the file to your friends. • Play Video Received Video files can be played in Send Anywhere's simple video player! Even multi-language subtitles are supported! Free your iPhone from iTunes. Feedback is always welcome. Please message using 'Send Feedback' menu, or email support@send-anywhere.com with any issues or suggestions.

About

FileShare

Easily transfer files, photos, and documents across different devices and operating systems at extremely high speeds. This free tool prioritizes data privacy with robust security measures, making sharing effortless for everyone.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast file transfers
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Free to use
  • High-level privacy protection
  • Seamless sharing across devices
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Welcome to FileShare! FileShare is a sleek, cross-platform tool that allows you to transfer files, photos, and more at lightning-fast speeds. Whether you need to send files to friends or share important documents with colleagues, FileShare is here to make the process effortless. Using FileShare is incredibly simple, even if you're not a tech expert. With just a few easy steps, you can quickly transfer files, and the best part is, it's completely free to use! Let's take a look at some key features of FileShare: Fast Transfers: FileShare offers blazing-fast transfer speeds, 200 times faster than traditional Bluetooth! In most cases, you can achieve speeds of over 40MB/s, all without worrying about data usage. Cross-Platform Compatibility: Whether you're using a PC or a smartphone with a different operating system, FileShare has got you covered. It's compatible with various platforms, ensuring seamless file sharing across different devices. Free to Use: FileShare is a completely free app with no in-app purchases. You can enjoy all the features without any additional costs. High-Level Privacy Protection: We understand the importance of privacy when it comes to file sharing. FileShare incorporates robust security measures to safeguard your data, ensuring your files remain private throughout the entire transfer process. If you enjoy using FileShare, we encourage you to recommend it to your family and friends. Let more people experience the convenience of this efficient and secure file sharing solution! Download FileShare now and start enjoying fast and secure file transfers like never before.

Screenshots

Send Anywhere4 screens
FileShare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FileShare at none against Send Anywhere's 3. FileShare also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). Send Anywhere's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 50%) and ratings volume (55K vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Send Anywhere sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. FileShare asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Send Anywhere holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Send Anywhere has 55K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Send Anywhere's written reviews are positive against 50% of FileShare's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Send Anywhere ships an update monthly, FileShare every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Send Anywhere versus FileShare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSend AnywhereFileShare
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (55K ratings) — better4.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings55K — better4
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS14.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRakuten Symphony Korea, Inc.MindSwitch LTD

Customer experience

Send Anywhere

All ratings54,589 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews1,710 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.3%

FileShare

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Send Anywhere

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Received files not appearing in device's photo album
  • Issues with file transfer reliability and consistency

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to delete sent files
  • File organization and management tools
  • Improved video playback and editing capabilities

FileShare

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Send Anywhere

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads 1month$0.991 Month
  • Remove Ads 1year$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$14.99
None

FileShare

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Send Anywhere free?
Send Anywhere is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FileShare free?
FileShare is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Send Anywhere or FileShare?
Send Anywhere is rated higher. Send Anywhere averages 4.7 out of 5 from 55K ratings, while FileShare averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Send Anywhere or FileShare have ads?
Both Send Anywhere and FileShare show ads.
Which is updated more often, Send Anywhere or FileShare?
Send Anywhere ships an update monthly, and FileShare every 8 days. Most recently, Send Anywhere was updated on September 25, 2026 and FileShare on September 2, 2026.

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