Comparison

QuickDrop vs Send Anywhere Share Transfer °

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

Send Anywhere Share Transfer °

Instantly share files between devices without an internet connection. This app offers lightning-fast, secure, and private local network transfers for all file types, with no registration or data collection.

Highlights
  • Local WiFi file transfer
  • Cross-platform support
  • Photo and video sharing
  • QR code connection
  • No registration required
  • Unlimited file size
  • Privacy protection
Features
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File Transfer – The Ultimate Local File Sharing Expert No internet required, cross-platform lightning-fast transfer, secure and private. Effortlessly share every file! 【Core Features】 File Transfer: Instantly transfer files over your local WiFi network. No internet needed, zero data usage. Cross-Platform Support: Works seamlessly across all your devices with a web browser. Truly universal file sharing—send anywhere, anytime. Photo & Video Transfer: Share high-quality photos and videos with one tap. Supports all major file types, including documents, files, and media. Local Network Transfer: Data stays within your local network for maximum security and privacy. No uploads, no storage, just direct content transfer. QR Code Sharing: Connect quickly and easily via QR code for fast data transfer. No Registration: Ready to use right away, no account required, simple and convenient. 【Product Advantages】 Lightning Fast: Direct local network connection, much faster than traditional cloud-based methods. No Limits: No file size restrictions, transfer large files with ease. Privacy Protection: No cloud uploads, no third-party access, fully GDPR compliant. Multi-Device Sharing: Seamlessly transfer between phones, computers, and tablets. Browser access supported. Zero Data Collection: No personal data collected, no ads, no tracking. 【Perfect Scenarios】 Transfer photos, videos, and documents between phone and computer Quickly share files with friends during meetings or gatherings Offline file transfer and backup Secure and efficient work file sharing 【Technical Highlights】 Direct local network connection for faster and safer transfers Multi-language support for global users Modern UI, simple and intuitive operation 【Security & Privacy】 All data is transmitted only within your local network No uploads, no storage, no tracking Fully compliant with privacy protection regulations Experience a new era of fast, secure, and convenient file transfer. Download File Transfer Pro now! This app uses the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QuickDrop4 screens
Send Anywhere Share Transfer °2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: QuickDrop at 126 against Send Anywhere Share Transfer °'s 2. Send Anywhere Share Transfer °'s advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 11 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickDrop has 126 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QuickDrop ships an update every 11 days, Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
QuickDrop versus Send Anywhere Share Transfer °: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuickDropSend Anywhere Share Transfer °
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (126 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings126 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLeon Boettger鹏 李

Customer experience

QuickDrop

All ratings126 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews199 reviews
Positive68.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative28.6%

Send Anywhere Share Transfer °

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Send Anywhere Share Transfer °

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
3 purchases

Send Anywhere Share Transfer °

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Month Premium$4.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$24.991 Year

Questions

Is QuickDrop free?
QuickDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° free?
Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QuickDrop or Send Anywhere Share Transfer °?
Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° is rated higher. QuickDrop averages 4.7 out of 5 from 126 ratings, while Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do QuickDrop or Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° have ads?
Neither QuickDrop nor Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QuickDrop or Send Anywhere Share Transfer °?
QuickDrop ships an update every 11 days, and Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° every 5 days. Most recently, QuickDrop was updated on October 18, 2026 and Send Anywhere Share Transfer ° on October 8, 2026.

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