Comparison

QuickDrop vs Quick Share

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

Head to head
About

QuickDrop

Easily send and receive photos, videos, and text files between Android, iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices on the same Wi-Fi network. Files are transmitted end-to-end encrypted directly over Wi-Fi, with received files stored in the Files app.

Highlights
  • Send and receive files over Wi-Fi
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Android, iOS, Mac)
  • End-to-end encrypted transmission
  • Files stored in the Files app
  • Open-source project
  • Clipboard sharing
Features
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With QuickDrop, you can seamlessly send and receive photos, videos, text files, and more between your Android phone and your iPhone, iPad or Mac using Quick Share on the same Wi-Fi network. Received files are stored in the Files app and transmitted with end-to-end encryption over Wi-Fi, so no cloud is involved in the process. To send files from your iPhone or iPad to your Mac or Android device, just select "Share" or tap the share icon for a file you want to transfer and choose "QuickDrop". If you don't see QuickDrop in the list, scroll right until you see "More", then choose "Edit" and enable the toggle for QuickDrop. Other devices on the same network with QuickDrop installed and running will appear automatically. You can also open QuickDrop, tap a device and choose one or more files from the Files app, choose one or more photos and videos, or send the contents of your clipboard. After that, you will see a notification on your other device, which allows you to accept or decline the file transfer. To receive files, you simply need to open the QuickDrop app. You can also download the optional QuickDrop Android app for additional features. Transfer files without a shared Wi-Fi network and mark devices as trusted to automatically accept incoming transfers. QuickDrop lets you send and receive files for free. Upgrade to QuickDrop+ for unrestricted transfer speeds and access to all current and future features. QuickDrop+ is available as a one-time purchase or a flexible subscription that you can cancel at any time. QuickDrop is an improved version of NearDrop. Nearby Share and Quick Share are trademarks of Google, LLC and Samsung Electronics. Android is a trademark of Google, LLC. This application is not affiliated with Google, LLC or Samsung Electronics. This application is governed by Apple’s standard Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA), available at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Quick Share

Instantly share files wirelessly between iOS and Android devices. Transfer photos, videos, and documents quickly and securely without needing cables or cloud storage. Also allows cross-platform sharing via QR codes for any device.

Highlights
  • iOS to iOS file sharing
  • iOS to Android file sharing
  • Web sharing via QR code
  • Secure and private transfers
  • No cloud storage required
  • Offline file transfer
Features
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Share anything, anytime – wirelessly and instantly. File Shaker makes file sharing effortless with direct transfers between iOS devices and seamless web sharing via QR codes. No cables, no login, no limits – just shake and share! Key Features: - iOS-to-iOS and iOS-to-Android File Sharing Send photos, videos, documents, and more Fast, secure, and works offline using local connection Perfect for friends, teams, or quick transfers - Web Sharing via QR Code Share files with any device via web browser Simply scan the QR code to download – no app needed Great for cross-platform file access - Secure & Private No cloud storage involved – files stay between you and the receiver Share without signing in or uploading to third-party servers - Easy to Use Clean interface designed for simplicity Lightweight and battery-friendly

Screenshots

QuickDrop4 screens
Quick Share4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QuickDrop at 69% against Quick Share's 0%. QuickDrop also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. QuickDrop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Quick Share sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QuickDrop holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickDrop has 119 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of QuickDrop's written reviews are positive against 0% of Quick Share's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QuickDrop ships an update every 11 days, Quick Share every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QuickDrop versus Quick Share: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickDropQuick Share
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (119 ratings) — better3.1 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews69.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings119 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.6
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeon BoettgerDhara Bhimani

Customer experience

QuickDrop

All ratings119 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews191 reviews
Positive69.1%
Neutral3.1%
Negative27.7%

Quick Share

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

QuickDrop

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes during video transfer
  • Mac to Android transfer not working
  • File transfer fails
  • App does not open
  • Cannot close dialog box
Show 10 more
  • No way to share files after setup
  • Files always fail
  • Cable tethering requires separate app
  • File transfer errors
  • App crashes on first run
  • Wi-Fi network blocking communication alert
  • Cannot install on older Android versions
  • QuickDrop application not shown in extensions
  • Cannot delete app
  • Files not transferred even after following steps

Requested features

7 requests
  • Allow auto-accepting transfers without opening app on Android
  • Add Bluetooth file transfer
  • Keep image metadata (date taken)
  • Option to rename files before sending
  • Setting for automatic receiving of files
Show 2 more
  • Send Clipboard function
  • iOS version

Quick Share

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QuickDrop

Subscriptions2
  • QuickDrop+ (1 Month)$3.991 Month
  • QuickDrop+ (1 Year)3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • QuickDrop+$12.99
2 purchases

Quick Share

Subscriptions2
  • Full Access - 1 Week$6.997 Days
  • Full Access - 1 Month$19.991 Month

Questions

Is QuickDrop free?
QuickDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quick Share free?
Quick Share is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QuickDrop or Quick Share?
QuickDrop is rated higher. QuickDrop averages 4.7 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while Quick Share averages 3.1 from 8 ratings.
Do QuickDrop or Quick Share have ads?
Quick Share shows ads; QuickDrop does not.
Which is updated more often, QuickDrop or Quick Share?
QuickDrop ships an update every 11 days, and Quick Share every 2 months. Most recently, QuickDrop was updated on September 24, 2026 and Quick Share on September 17, 2026.

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