Comparison

CrossSend vs BeeTransfer

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

Head to head
About

CrossSend

Features
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Every time I get a new device and need to transfer files or installation packages, it always feels very troublesome. When I want to share files with colleagues or friends, especially large files, it's also quite difficult. CrossSend was born to solve these problems. Just install CrossSend on one device, and other devices can transfer files bidirectionally through a browser - secure, convenient, and free from complicated steps. Special tip: If your device and your friend's device are not on the same local network, or if the local network has security restrictions that prevent connections, you can turn on the mobile hotspot on the device with CrossSend installed. Other devices can then connect to this hotspot and open a browser to transfer files. **Key Features:** • Lightning-fast transfers between devices on the same WiFi or LAN • No internet connection needed - works completely offline • No file size limits, transfer anything from photos to large videos • Cross-platform support - works between different operating systems • Secure transfers with optional verification codes • Simple, intuitive interface with no complicated setup • No account registration or login required • Keep your screen on during transfers to prevent interruptions • Only one device needs to install the app; other devices can transfer files bidirectionally via browser Perfect for sharing photos, videos, documents, and other files quickly between your devices. Whether you need to transfer files between phones, tablets, or computers, CrossSend makes it simple and fast without using your mobile data or requiring cloud storage. Download CrossSend today and experience hassle-free file transfers!

About

BeeTransfer

Features
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BeeTransfer moves your photos and videos between iPhones while preserving the exact original quality, without recompressing or altering a single byte. Unlike other apps that downscale resolution or strip metadata, BeeTransfer sends the complete original file: it includes RAW versions, ProRes, Live Photos, and every resource of each photo. When the transfer finishes, each file is verified bit for bit against a SHA-256 fingerprint, so you know for certain that the received copy is identical to the original. FEATURES • True original quality, with no recompression or conversion. • Full support for RAW, ProRes, Live Photos, and high-resolution video. • SHA-256 integrity verification on every transferred file. • Nearby transfers between iPhones over a direct connection, with no internet required. • Send to your contacts even when they are not nearby. • Your photos and metadata are kept exactly as they are, with an option to remove GPS location if you prefer. Perfect for photographers, creators, and anyone who wants to switch iPhones or share their memories without losing an ounce of quality. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://beetransfer.app/privacy

Screenshots

CrossSend4 screens
BeeTransfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CrossSend at none against BeeTransfer's 2. CrossSend also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). BeeTransfer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. BeeTransfer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CrossSend asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CrossSend ships an update every 2 months, BeeTransfer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Ā· 2 level
CrossSend versus BeeTransfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossSendBeeTransfer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer融 ꞗDAVID FERNANDO TOBAR CASTRO

In-app purchases

None

CrossSend

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BeeTransfer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is CrossSend free?
CrossSend is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BeeTransfer free?
BeeTransfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CrossSend or BeeTransfer have ads?
Neither CrossSend nor BeeTransfer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CrossSend or BeeTransfer?
CrossSend ships an update every 2 months, and BeeTransfer every 3 weeks. Most recently, CrossSend was updated on November 5, 2026 and BeeTransfer on October 31, 2026.

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