Comparison

Quick Share vs Local Send

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Quick Share

Effortlessly share photos, videos, documents, and more between devices with just a few taps. This app makes file transfers fast, secure, and incredibly easy, even without an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Instant file transfers
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Secure encrypted sharing
  • Offline file transfers
  • Simple and intuitive interface
Features
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Transfer files between iPhone, Android, and PC in seconds. No cables, no cloud uploads, no size limits. Quick Share makes cross-platform file sharing fast, secure, and effortless. you can easily share photos, videos, documents, and more across devices with just a few taps. Whether you're sending files to friends, family, or colleagues, our app makes it fast, secure, and incredibly easy. Key Features: - Instant Transfers: Share files of any size in seconds, without the need for cables or cloud services. - Cross-Platform Compatibility: Send and receive files between all devices. - Secure Sharing: Your files are encrypted and protected every step of the way, ensuring your privacy. - Offline Support: Transfer files without an internet connection using Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth. - Simple Interface: Intuitive design that anyone can use, no tech expertise required. - Whether you're sharing work documents or vacation photos, Quick Share is your go-to app for quick, secure, and easy file transfers. Download now and experience the future of file sharing! Privacy Policy: https://file-exchanger1.netlify.app/ Terms and Condition: https://file-exchanger1.netlify.app/terms EULA: https://file-exchanger1.netlify.app/eula

About

Local Send

Features
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Local Send is the fastest way to share files between your iPhone, iPad, and any computer nearby. No cloud, no account, no cables — just open the app and send. Files travel directly from one device to another over your Wi-Fi. Transfers run at full network speed, and your data never leaves your local network. Nothing is uploaded to any server. Nothing is tracked. Ever. SEND TO ANY COMPUTER — NO APP NEEDED - Transfer files with Mac, Windows, Linux computer through a web browser. - Scan the QR code or type the address — nothing to install on the other device. - Everything stays on your local network, at full Wi-Fi speed. WHY LOCAL SEND - Instant — open the app, tap a device, send. No setup, no sign-in. - Private by design — direct device-to-device transfer, encrypted end to end. - No size limits — send photos, videos, documents, and any file type. - Works without internet — a shared Wi-Fi or hotspot is all you need. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Send files or entire folders between iPhone and iPad in seconds. - Receive files from any computer through the built-in web share. - Share text and links instantly with clipboard sync. - Resume interrupted transfers right where they left off — no starting over. - Save favorite devices for one-tap sending. - Keep a searchable library of everything you receive, and export to Files or Photos. BUILT-IN SECURITY - Every transfer is protected with TLS encryption, using certificates generated on your own device. - Optional PIN confirmation before any transfer is accepted. - "Favorites only" mode — accept transfers exclusively from your own devices. - Optional encryption for received files at rest. TROUBLE CONNECTING? WE'LL HELP Nearby sharing requires both devices to be on the same Wi-Fi network. If a device doesn't appear, the built-in Connection Doctor checks your network, permissions, VPN, and settings — then points you to the exact fix. No more guessing. PRIVACY FIRST Local Send collects no data. No accounts. Your files stay between your devices, on your network, under your control. Open Local Send on two devices and send. It's that simple.

Screenshots

Quick Share4 screens
Local Send4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Local Send at none against Quick Share's 2. Quick Share's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Quick Share sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Local Send asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quick Share ships an update every 3 weeks, Local Send every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Quick Share versus Local Send: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuick ShareLocal Send
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews6.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManisha LodaliyaNguyen Thi Thuy Duong

Bugs and requests

Quick Share

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to connect to iPhone devices
  • Incompatible with Android app

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better support for Windows computers
  • Easier file sharing between phones and computers

Local Send

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Quick Share

Subscriptions1
  • Year plan$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • File subscribe$39.99
None

Local Send

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Quick Share free?
Quick Share is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Local Send free?
Local Send is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Quick Share or Local Send have ads?
Both Quick Share and Local Send show ads.
Which is updated more often, Quick Share or Local Send?
Quick Share ships an update every 3 weeks, and Local Send every 2 weeks. Most recently, Quick Share was updated on October 20, 2026 and Local Send on October 11, 2026.

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