# File Compressor vs Audio File Compressor

The clearest difference is rating: Audio File Compressor at 5.0 against File Compressor's 3.9. File Compressor's advantage is ratings volume (55 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. File Compressor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Audio File Compressor sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Audio File Compressor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Compressor has 55 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Compressor | Audio File Compressor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-compressor-shrink-size/id6657987552/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-file-compressor-shrink/id6759672140/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEURASYNC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639101560) | [Fenuku Kekeli](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822419894) |

## What reviewers say

### File Compressor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-compressor-shrink-size/id6657987552)

Easily reduce the size of various file types, including documents, images, and videos. Supports single and bulk file compression to save storage space and overcome file size limits for sharing.

**Highlights:** Compresses all file types, Bulk file compression, Preserves file quality, Reduces storage space, Overcomes file size limits

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| File Compressor Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| File Compressor Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| File Compressor - Lifetime Access | $14.99 | one-time |


### Audio File Compressor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-file-compressor-shrink/id6759672140)

Easily reduce the size of your audio files without compromising sound quality. This app is ideal for compressing music, podcasts, and voice recordings for efficient sharing and storage.

**Highlights:** Compress MP3 instantly, Fast audio file reduction, Adjustable bitrate and quality, Works offline, Save storage space, Share compressed files easily, Privacy-focused

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access for a year | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| All Access – Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| All Access for a year | $39.99 | per year |
| All Access to Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Compressor free?

File Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Audio File Compressor free?

Audio File Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, File Compressor or Audio File Compressor?

Audio File Compressor is rated higher. File Compressor averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Audio File Compressor averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do File Compressor or Audio File Compressor have ads?

Neither File Compressor nor Audio File Compressor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, File Compressor or Audio File Compressor?

File Compressor ships an update monthly, and Audio File Compressor monthly. Most recently, File Compressor was updated on October 24, 2026 and Audio File Compressor on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*