WireDrop vs OpenAnyFile 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
WireDrop
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Transfer files between iOS and macOS devices via USB cable. This can be useful in situations where other means of transferring files is not possible, such as, if you have WiFi or Bluetooth disabled. This app requires the installation of a Mac companion app, compatible with macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) and later. WireDrop will appear as a standard sharing option for Photos, Videos, and other file types. As long as you have the companion app active on your Mac, and USB cable connected, you will be able to transfer the files. Files are automatically saved to your Mac's Downloads folder. For more details and instructions, visit: https://wiredrop.app
OpenAnyFile 2
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Open and preview the raw content of any file instantly. Even those that are not handled natively by the operating system. You can do it in three ways: โ Tap the large button and choose any file from the document picker. โก In another app, tap Share, then select Open Any File from the Share Sheet to preview the selected file here. โข Drag a file from the Files app, Mail, or another app and drop it onto the large button. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://falkowski.pm/openanyfile/en/privacy.html
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Verdict
WireDrop and OpenAnyFile 2 are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | WireDrop | OpenAnyFile 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anton Meier | Konrad Falkowski |
In-app purchases
WireDrop
No in-app purchases
OpenAnyFile 2
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is WireDrop free?
Is OpenAnyFile 2 free?
Do WireDrop or OpenAnyFile 2 have ads?
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