Pigeon vs TransferAll
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pigeon
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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: • Fast local transfer over Wi‑Fi or hotspot • No extra app needed on the receiving device • Works with phones, tablets, and computers • Send photos, videos, documents, and more • Easy connection with QR code, local address, and access code • 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: • Both devices need to be on the same Wi‑Fi network, or connected through your iPhone’s hotspot • Keep the app in the foreground during active transfers • Transfer speed depends on your local network quality English Auto-Renewable Subscription Description Pigeon offers the following auto-renewable subscriptions: • Pro Monthly Remove ads and unlock unlimited sending and receiving for each session. • 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
TransferAll
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Instant Transfer helps you move files quickly between phones and computers on the same local network. FEATURES • Radar discovery—tap a nearby device to send • Photos, videos, files, folders, and contacts • QR scan or manual IP when discovery fails • Live text: type on one device, view and copy on the other • Save received media to Photos; sync contacts to your address book • Transfer history by device, with local cleanup when you need it WHY IT’S SIMPLE • No sign-up • Peer-to-peer on your LAN by default—we don’t host your files on our servers • Desktop saves can go to a local folder such as Downloads/Instant Transfer TIPS Keep both devices on the same Wi‑Fi (or usable local network) and allow Local Network permission. If auto-discovery fails, use QR scan or enter the IP manually. If you find it useful, a rating on the App Store is appreciated.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TransferAll at none against Pigeon's 2. TransferAll also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 31 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. Pigeon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. TransferAll asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pigeon ships an update every 31 months, TransferAll monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pigeon | TransferAll |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 31 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 广州艾拉网络技术有限公司 | Shenzhen hongyan technology co.ltd |
In-app purchases
Pigeon
- Remove Ad$2.991 Month
- VIP$3.991 Month
TransferAll
No in-app purchases









