# Portable USB · Cloud Ready vs DataLock

The clearest difference is rating: DataLock at 5.0 against Portable USB · Cloud Ready's 4.2. DataLock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). Portable USB · Cloud Ready's advantage is ratings volume (59 vs 3). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Portable USB · Cloud Ready sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DataLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

DataLock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Portable USB · Cloud Ready has 59 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Portable USB · Cloud Ready ships an update every 3 months, DataLock every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Portable USB · Cloud Ready | DataLock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portable-usb-cloud-ready/id648162472/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datalock/id1017877759/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **59** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 81.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 39 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [炜 桂](https://appshunter.io/developer/599269607) | [CLEVX, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017877758) |

## What reviewers say

### Portable USB · Cloud Ready

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portable-usb-cloud-ready/id648162472)

Transform your iPhone into a portable storage device. Easily manage local and cloud files, transfer them wirelessly or via USB, and share them securely. Supports a wide range of file formats for seamless viewing and organization.

**Highlights:** Cloud integration (GoogleDrive, Dropbox, OneDrive, iCloud), Wi-Fi and USB file transfer, Secure multi-layer encryption, Comprehensive file management (search, organize, compress), Full format support for viewing (PDF, Office, media), Easy file sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cloud Feature | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Great for file management
- 👍 Supports multiple clouds
- 👍 Reliable for transfers
- 👍 Good for organizing docs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot register USB hard drive
- 🐛 Ads are unclosable
- 🐛 No thumbnail view for photos
- 🐛 Sync issues with Dropbox
- 🐛 App runs slow

**Reported bugs**

- USB to iPhone not registering
- Ads are unclosable due to placement
- Cannot sync with Dropbox
- Videos cannot be rotated to full screen
- Pictures organized in incorrect order

**Requested features**

- Option to see photos stored
- Thumbnail view for photos
- Smoother implementation
- Sync with Dropbox
- Option to check space available


### DataLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datalock/id1017877759)

Secure your sensitive data with a Bluetooth-enabled USB drive. This app allows you to unlock your drive using your iPhone or Apple Watch with multiple authentication options for enhanced protection.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth authentication, Multi-factor authentication, Lock/unlock USB drives, Supports Flash, HDD/SDD drives, Cross-platform compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Portable USB · Cloud Ready free?

Portable USB · Cloud Ready is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DataLock free?

DataLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Portable USB · Cloud Ready or DataLock?

DataLock is rated higher. Portable USB · Cloud Ready averages 4.2 out of 5 from 59 ratings, while DataLock averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Portable USB · Cloud Ready or DataLock have ads?

Portable USB · Cloud Ready shows ads; DataLock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Portable USB · Cloud Ready or DataLock?

Portable USB · Cloud Ready ships an update every 3 months, and DataLock every 2 months. Most recently, Portable USB · Cloud Ready was updated on September 21, 2026 and DataLock on June 11, 2026.

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