# Synctrain vs Sync with Files

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Synctrain at none against Sync with Files's 2. Synctrain also leads on ratings volume (142 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sync with Files sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Synctrain asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Synctrain against 5.0 for Sync with Files. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Synctrain has 142 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Synctrain ships an update every 6 weeks, Sync with Files every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Synctrain | Sync with Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (142 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synctrain/id6553985316/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-with-files/id6754183905/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **142** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 89.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 42 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [T-Shaped](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758051723) | [Pixegram, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1157672404) |

## What reviewers say

### Synctrain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synctrain/id6553985316)

Securely synchronize files and folders between devices running Syncthing. Stream audio and video directly from other devices. All changes, including deletions, are mirrored across your connected devices.

**Highlights:** Secure file synchronization, Full folder or specific file syncing, Audio and video streaming, Cross-device changes mirrored, Integrates with iOS Files app

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Seamless sync between devices
- 🔓 Open-source and free
- 💡 Integrates with iOS Files app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🔍 Could use more Apple-like design

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes
- Sync delays on some devices

**Requested features**

- Direct photo/video sync to remote devices
- Faster initial connection to server


### Sync with Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-with-files/id6754183905)

Automatically sync your phone's photo library, including albums and folder structures, to the Files app. It mirrors your phone's organization, saving edited versions and Live Photos. The app ensures your Files app matches your photo library without ever deleting your original photos.

**Highlights:** Syncs photo library to Files app, Preserves album and folder hierarchy, Saves Live Photos and edited versions, One-way sync to mirror photo library, Option to sync entire library or specific folders

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Synctrain free?

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

### Is Sync with Files free?

Sync with Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Synctrain or Sync with Files?

Sync with Files is rated higher. Synctrain averages 4.9 out of 5 from 142 ratings, while Sync with Files averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Synctrain or Sync with Files have ads?

Neither Synctrain nor Sync with Files shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Synctrain or Sync with Files?

Synctrain ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sync with Files every 2 months. Most recently, Synctrain was updated on November 8, 2026 and Sync with Files on November 5, 2026.

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