Comparison

SlicesDrop vs Parachute Backup Mobile

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

Head to head
About

SlicesDrop

Easily split large files into smaller pieces for seamless wireless sharing via AirDrop. The recipient can then reassemble the slices into the original file without needing compression or cloud storage.

Highlights
  • Split large files into smaller slices
  • Seamless AirDrop transfer
  • Automatic reassembly of slices
  • Customizable slice size
  • No compression or cloud uploads needed
Features
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SlicesDrop – Smart File Splitting & AirDrop Sharing Effortlessly share large files – piece by piece With SlicesDrop, you can split large files into smaller slices and transfer them seamlessly via AirDrop. No need for compression or cloud uploads – On the receiving side, the slices are reassembled into the original file. - Features: Customizable slice size: Decide how large each file segment should be. AirDrop integration: Share slices wirelessly with Apple devices. How it works: 1. Select a file 2. Split it into slices 3. Send via AirDrop 4. Receive & merge Pay once and use forever — no subscriptions ads or hidden costs.

About

Parachute Backup Mobile

Safeguard your iCloud Photos and Drive content by backing it up to your own storage. Preserve originals in full resolution and access your files directly from your chosen destination without lock-in. Automate backups for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Backup iCloud Photos and Drive
  • Preserve original quality
  • Multiple storage destinations
  • Automated backups via Shortcuts
  • Privacy-first data transfer
  • Supports RAW and Live Photos
Features
Currently charting
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Parachute is your backup companion for iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive. It backs up your memories — photos, videos, and documents — to storage you control, whether that’s an external drive, Google Drive, OneDrive, S3 Buckets, network drives/NAS, external hard drives and more. With Parachute, you get peace of mind and full ownership of your data, free from lock-in. Your Data, Your Way • Back up your entire iCloud Photos library (including Shared Albums) and folders from iCloud Drive. • Preserve originals in full resolution, all adjustment data, and the current edited versions. • Works with USB drives, NAS/SMB/SFTP mounts, Google Drive, S3 Buckets, OneDrive, external hard drives and more Key Features • Backups can be triggered from the main screen to any of your backup destinations • Automate backups with Shortcuts integration and Schedules • Privacy-first: transfers handled via Apple’s Files extensions — your credentials never touch our app. • Supports full-quality media: Live Photos + videos, RAW images, bursts, edits, and slow motion. Why It Matters • iCloud sync ≠ backup — deletions, expired storage, or sync errors can mean permanent loss. • Parachute safeguards your digital life from accidents and disasters. • Your files are stored in normal folders you can browse and restore from directly — no special tools needed. One time purchase. No Lock-In. • One-time purchase unlocks all backup functionality — no recurring fees. • Your data stays in your storage, not ours. • No accounts, no telemetry, no background bloat. FAQ Highlights Q: Does Parachute ever delete files from iCloud? A: Never. It’s strictly read-only. Q: Can I restore without Parachute? A: Yes. Backups are just normal folders — copy them back with Finder anytime. Q: What if a file is corrupted in iCloud? A: Parachute flags any unexportable items so you know exactly what couldn’t be saved. Q: Can it back up non-iCloud folders? A: Yes. Add any folder via the iOS/iPadOS file picker By downloading Parachute Backup, you agree to Apple's Terms of Use (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) and our Privacy Policy (https://parachuteapps.com/privacy).

Screenshots

SlicesDrop2 screens
Parachute Backup Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SlicesDrop at $1.99 against Parachute Backup Mobile's $9.99. SlicesDrop also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 74%). Parachute Backup Mobile's advantage is ratings volume (103 vs 1) and chart position (#64 vs unranked). On ads, 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

SlicesDrop costs $1.99 and Parachute Backup Mobile $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SlicesDrop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parachute Backup Mobile has 103 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of SlicesDrop's written reviews are positive against 74% of Parachute Backup Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SlicesDrop ships an update every 4 days, Parachute Backup Mobile every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
SlicesDrop versus Parachute Backup Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlicesDropParachute Backup Mobile
Price$1.99 — better$9.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.6 (103 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better74.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1103 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#64 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNorbert GriegerLeitmotif GmbH

Customer experience

SlicesDrop

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Parachute Backup Mobile

All ratings103 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive74.2%
Neutral9.0%
Negative16.9%

Bugs and requests

SlicesDrop

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Parachute Backup Mobile

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Doesn't work

Requested features

1 request
  • Support for Proton Drive

In-app purchases

None

SlicesDrop

No in-app purchases

None

Parachute Backup Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SlicesDrop free?
SlicesDrop costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Parachute Backup Mobile free?
Parachute Backup Mobile costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SlicesDrop or Parachute Backup Mobile?
SlicesDrop is rated higher. SlicesDrop averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Parachute Backup Mobile averages 4.6 from 103 ratings.
Do SlicesDrop or Parachute Backup Mobile have ads?
Neither SlicesDrop nor Parachute Backup Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SlicesDrop or Parachute Backup Mobile?
SlicesDrop ships an update every 4 days, and Parachute Backup Mobile every 8 days. Most recently, SlicesDrop was updated on November 2, 2026 and Parachute Backup Mobile on October 30, 2026.

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