Comparison

Borg Backup Explorer vs Rclone UI

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

Head to head
About

Borg Backup Explorer

Features
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Borg Backup Explorer brings the power of Borg Backup (https://www.borgbackup.org) to your mobile device, enabling you to access your backups effortlessly. With this app, you can explore archives, browse folders, and download specific files directly from your Borg Backup repository. Once downloaded, files can be seamlessly shared or processed using your device's native functionality. Key Features: - Secure Repository Access: Connect to your Borg repository via SSH using a private key and repository password. - Multi-Repository Support: Easily manage multiple Borg repositories in one place. - Fast Browsing: Enjoy quick navigation through archives and files, even in large repositories. - File Downloads: Select and download specific files from your backups as needed. - File Management: Process downloaded files, share them effortlessly, or clear cached downloads to save space. Experience a smooth, efficient way to access your Borg Backup repositories on the go! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.insoso.at/borg-backup-explorer.html

About

Rclone UI

Manage multiple rclone instances and cloud storage services like Dropbox and AWS S3 from your phone. Browse files, upload, delete, and run commands like Copy and Sync. It's an open-source companion for your existing rclone setup.

Highlights
  • Manage rclone remotes
  • Browse cloud files
  • Upload and delete files
  • Run rclone commands (Copy, Sync)
  • View transfer logs and errors
  • Open source
Features
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Command multiple rclone instances from your phone with the only open source app to manage your Rclone remotes (and much more)! The perfect companion for cloud storage from AWS S3 to Dropbox and Koofr. ◆ REMOTES - View All Remotes - Create New Remotes - Edit Remotes - Delete Remotes ◆ JOBS/TRANSFERS - Check out active transfers - See logs for past transfers - Check detailed error messages ◆ BROWSER - Browse files on your remotes - Upload files to your remotes - Create new folders - Delete files & folders ◆ COMMANDS - Run rclone commands such as Copy, Sync, Bisync, Move, Purge, Delete, etc That’s it folks! This text isn't gonna get any more interesting. I mean, I think we've pretty much covered all the good stuff. Still here? Ummmm, ok. How's everything? Good? Cool cool cool. What are you looking for? The app description is over. For real, check out the app. It's way better than hanging out in the App Store this long. Wow, you're dedicated. Do you just love app descriptions? Weird. OK, we're gonna go now. Bye. NOTICE & ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1. Credentials are stored locally on your device, and never leave it. 2. Rclone UI is OSS (Open Source Software), feel free to open an Issue or PR at github.com/rclone-ui/rclone-ui 3. This is not a replacement for the desktop app. Certain actions, such as scheduling jobs, should be done directly in the app. 4. This app connects to an existing rclone instance on your laptop, desktop, homelab, or server. © FarFetched 2026. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

Borg Backup Explorer4 screens
Rclone UI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Borg Backup Explorer at Free against Rclone UI's $1.99. Borg Backup Explorer also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). Rclone UI's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On 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

Borg Backup Explorer is free to download; Rclone UI costs $1.99 up front. Borg Backup Explorer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Rclone UI asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Borg Backup Explorer ships an update every 11 days, Rclone UI monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Borg Backup Explorer versus Rclone UI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBorg Backup ExplorerRclone UI
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.216.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerinsoso GmbHFarFetched

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Borg Backup Explorer

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Account$3.991 Month
  • Pro Account$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Account$3.99
None

Rclone UI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Borg Backup Explorer free?
Borg Backup Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rclone UI free?
Rclone UI costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Borg Backup Explorer or Rclone UI have ads?
Neither Borg Backup Explorer nor Rclone UI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Borg Backup Explorer or Rclone UI?
Borg Backup Explorer ships an update every 11 days, and Rclone UI monthly. Most recently, Borg Backup Explorer was updated on September 15, 2026 and Rclone UI on September 30, 2026.

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