Comparison

Pigeon vs CrossSend

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

Head to head
About

Pigeon

Features
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Pigeon makes local file transfer simple. Send photos, videos, documents, and other files from your iPhone to phones, tablets, and computers over the same Wi‑Fi network or personal hotspot. No cable. No extra app required on the receiving device. Just open the link in a browser, enter the access code, and start transferring. Why Pigeon: β€’ Fast local transfer over Wi‑Fi or hotspot β€’ No extra app needed on the receiving device β€’ Works with phones, tablets, and computers β€’ Send photos, videos, documents, and more β€’ Easy connection with QR code, local address, and access code β€’ Great for iPhone to PC, iPhone to tablet, and phone-to-phone sharing How it works: Open Pigeon on your iPhone Choose the files you want to send Scan the QR code or open the local address on another device Enter the access code Download or upload files directly in the browser Pigeon is designed for quick and direct sharing on your local network, making file transfer easier at home, in the office, or anywhere devices can join the same Wi‑Fi or hotspot. Notes: β€’ Both devices need to be on the same Wi‑Fi network, or connected through your iPhone’s hotspot β€’ Keep the app in the foreground during active transfers β€’ Transfer speed depends on your local network quality English Auto-Renewable Subscription Description Pigeon offers the following auto-renewable subscriptions: β€’ Pro Monthly Remove ads and unlock unlimited sending and receiving for each session. β€’ Ad-free Monthly Remove rewarded ads while keeping the session file limit. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Service: https://protocol.ilnet.cn/app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://protocol.ilnet.cn/app/privacy-policy

About

CrossSend

Features
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Every time I get a new device and need to transfer files or installation packages, it always feels very troublesome. When I want to share files with colleagues or friends, especially large files, it's also quite difficult. CrossSend was born to solve these problems. Just install CrossSend on one device, and other devices can transfer files bidirectionally through a browser - secure, convenient, and free from complicated steps. Special tip: If your device and your friend's device are not on the same local network, or if the local network has security restrictions that prevent connections, you can turn on the mobile hotspot on the device with CrossSend installed. Other devices can then connect to this hotspot and open a browser to transfer files. **Key Features:** β€’ Lightning-fast transfers between devices on the same WiFi or LAN β€’ No internet connection needed - works completely offline β€’ No file size limits, transfer anything from photos to large videos β€’ Cross-platform support - works between different operating systems β€’ Secure transfers with optional verification codes β€’ Simple, intuitive interface with no complicated setup β€’ No account registration or login required β€’ Keep your screen on during transfers to prevent interruptions β€’ Only one device needs to install the app; other devices can transfer files bidirectionally via browser Perfect for sharing photos, videos, documents, and other files quickly between your devices. Whether you need to transfer files between phones, tablets, or computers, CrossSend makes it simple and fast without using your mobile data or requiring cloud storage. Download CrossSend today and experience hassle-free file transfers!

Screenshots

Pigeon3 screens
CrossSend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CrossSend at none against Pigeon's 2. CrossSend also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 31 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Pigeon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. CrossSend asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pigeon ships an update every 31 months, CrossSend every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 2 level
Pigeon versus CrossSend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPigeonCrossSend
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 31 monthsEvery 2 months β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS1613.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size49 MB39 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperεΉΏε·žθ‰Ύζ‹‰η½‘η»œζŠ€ζœ―ζœ‰ι™ε…¬εΈθž ζž—

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pigeon

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ad$2.991 Month
  • VIP$3.991 Month
None

CrossSend

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pigeon free?
Pigeon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CrossSend free?
CrossSend is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pigeon or CrossSend have ads?
Pigeon shows ads; CrossSend does not.
Which is updated more often, Pigeon or CrossSend?
Pigeon ships an update every 31 months, and CrossSend every 2 months. Most recently, Pigeon was updated on October 11, 2026 and CrossSend on October 15, 2026.

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