Comparison

Files Player vs Bee Player

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

Head to head
About

Files Player

Features
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For years, I have been collecting countless audio and video files on my hard drives that I want to listen to and watch in between or on the go. No streaming, no subscription, no cloud, no cover art – and no annoying risk of Wi-Fi dropouts or mobile network playback glitches – just copy the files over and take them with you offline. But with “memory”: the app remembers which files I have already played (incl. position). And it works in standby mode and can be conveniently operated from Lock Screen, Apple Watch and AirPods. THE THREE MOST IMPORTANT FEATURES 1) Easy 2) Simple 3) Uncomplicated THE APP WILL BE USEFUL FOR 1) Tidying up 2) Sorting 3) Discovering A PLAYER LIKE A BIG MEMORY STICK For the price of a veeeery small memory stick. The app shares its Documents folder. So you can upload and delete files and folders directly via the Finder. TRANSFER AUDIO/VIDEO FILES 1) Connect your iPhone/iPad to your Mac. 2) Select it on the desktop or in the Finder sidebar. 3) In the “Files” tab, expand the “Files Player” app with >. 4) Drag & drop audio/video files into the app. 5) Delete files / folders with context menu. Can also be done in the app with the “Trash” button. 6) Refresh the list using the “Refresh” button or “Pull to refresh”. 7) HandOff active? Then alternatively copy files to the clipboard and transfer them to the device using the “Folder” button. 8) On a PC use iTunes. 9) Formats: mp3, m4a, aiff (audio), mp4, m4v, mov (video). The free app is limited to 5 files. If you support me in the development of the app by purchasing it, you can not only manage as many files as you like, but also choose your favorite color for icon & interface via button “Settings” button.

About

Bee Player

Experience seamless, high-quality video playback with an intuitive interface. Organize your media with favorites and playlists for effortless navigation.

Highlights
  • Smooth playback
  • High-quality experience
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Fast navigation
  • Favorites support
  • Playlist organization
Features
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Enjoy a smooth and high-quality playback experience with an easy-to-use interface, fast navigation, and support for favorites and playlist organization.

Screenshots

Files Player4 screens
Bee Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bee Player at none against Files Player's 1. Files Player's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). 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. Files Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Bee Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Files Player ships an update every 6 days, Bee Player every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Files Player versus Bee Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFiles PlayerBee Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvo WesselMedia Production

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Files Player

One-time1
  • Unlimited$6.99
None

Bee Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Files Player free?
Files Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bee Player free?
Bee Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Files Player or Bee Player have ads?
Neither Files Player nor Bee Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Files Player or Bee Player?
Files Player ships an update every 6 days, and Bee Player every 2 months. Most recently, Files Player was updated on September 25, 2026 and Bee Player on August 23, 2026.

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