Comparison

Borg Backup Explorer vs NextExplorer

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

NextExplorer

Access and manage your self-hosted files with a fast, native iOS client. Browse, edit code, search, and share files privately. Requires a separate server instance.

Highlights
  • Native file browsing with thumbnails
  • Rich media previews
  • Built-in code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Full-text and name search
  • Offline access to recently viewed files
  • Private, zero-tracking data transfer
  • Link sharing and file management
Features
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NextExplorer is the fast, native iOS client for your self-hosted NextExplorer server. Experience private, full-speed access to your files, photos, documents, and code, all hosted on your own infrastructure. Your server. Your data. Native speed. NOTE: NextExplorer requires an active NextExplorer server instance. It does not host files independently. NATIVE FILE BROWSING - Grid & List Views: Seamless navigation with server-generated thumbnails, breadcrumbs, and pull-to-refresh. - Rich Media Previews: Full-screen photo gallery with gesture support, inline video/audio players, and native PDF rendering. - Archive Inspection: Browse straight inside ZIP archives without extracting files. BUILT-IN CODE & TEXT EDITOR - Syntax Highlighting: Edit Swift, Python, JS/TS, Go, Rust, Java, HTML, CSS, JSON, YAML, Markdown, and more. - Fast Edits: Make quick changes to server files directly from your iPhone or iPad. POWERFUL SEARCH & ORGANIZATION - Full-Text & Name Search: Recursive searching across files with exact line-matching for content. - Instant Filtering: Filter search results by file type with a single tap. - Share & Manage: Create read-only or read-write link shares, manage favorites, upload, move, rename, and organize folders on the fly. OFFLINE & PRIVACY FIRST - Offline Access: Recently viewed folders and file lists remain accessible offline with automatic background sync when reconnected. - Zero Tracking: Your files transfer directly between your device and your server. No middleman, no telemetry. ACCESSIBLE & GLOBAL - Localized: Fully translated into 17 languages, including full Right-to-Left (RTL) support for Arabic. - iOS Native: Optimized for Dark Mode, Dynamic Type, VoiceOver, reduced motion, and high contrast settings. Run your own cloud. Keep your data yours.

Screenshots

Borg Backup Explorer4 screens
NextExplorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NextExplorer at daily against Borg Backup Explorer's every 11 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Borg Backup Explorer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and NextExplorer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Borg Backup Explorer ships an update every 11 days, NextExplorer daily. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Borg Backup Explorer versus NextExplorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBorg Backup ExplorerNextExplorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.2 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerinsoso GmbHPhillip Maizza

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
3 purchases

NextExplorer

One-time3
  • Coffee$0.99
  • Cake$2.99
  • Generous$4.99

Questions

Is Borg Backup Explorer free?
Borg Backup Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NextExplorer free?
NextExplorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Borg Backup Explorer or NextExplorer have ads?
Neither Borg Backup Explorer nor NextExplorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Borg Backup Explorer or NextExplorer?
Borg Backup Explorer ships an update every 11 days, and NextExplorer daily. Most recently, Borg Backup Explorer was updated on October 3, 2026 and NextExplorer on October 8, 2026.

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