Comparison

FlyDrop vs DecentPaste

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

Head to head
About

FlyDrop

Instantly share photos, videos, documents, and any files between Apple devices without needing an internet connection. Connect via local WiFi or a personal hotspot for fast, secure, and offline file transfers.

Highlights
  • Offline file sharing via WiFi or hotspot
  • Cross-device sharing (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
  • No internet or mobile data needed
  • No login or registration required
  • High-speed transfer for large files
  • Secure AES-256 encryption (Premium)
Features
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FlyDrop File Transfer is the easiest way to share files between Apple devices without using the internet. Whether you're at school, at work, or on the go, FlyDrop helps you send photos, videos, documents, and any files instantly over local WiFi. No cables. No mobile data. No sign-in required. Simply connect to the same WiFi network or hotspot and start sharing across iPhone, iPad, or Mac. FlyDrop is perfect for fast, secure, offline file transfer anytime, anywhere. Key Features: • Share files offline using WiFi or personal hotspot • Send and receive files between iPhone, iPad, Mac • No internet or mobile data required • No login or registration • High-speed transfer, even for large files • Simple and clean interface • Works completely offline Premium Features: • Remove ads for distraction-free experience • Send to multiple devices simultaneously • AES-256 encryption for sensitive files • Unlimited transfer history • Priority customer support FlyDrop is ideal for students, professionals, travelers, or anyone who needs to move files quickly without internet access. Download now and experience lightning-fast file sharing with zero setup. Terms of Service: https://getswiftshare.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://getswiftshare.com/policy.html

About

DecentPaste

Features
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Cross-platform secure clipboard sync and history between all of your devices. Open source, peer-to-peer, no cloud. DecentPaste is a free, open-source, and cross-platform clipboard sharing app with built-in history. Share text from one device, paste it on another - instantly synced across any of your devices on the same network. HOW IT WORKS Share text from your phone or tablet, paste it on your computer or any other device you have. On mobile devices, use the system share sheet to send text to paired devices. DecentPaste syncs your clipboard between paired devices on your local network using peer-to-peer technology. PRIVACY FOCUSED End-to-end encrypted with AES-256-GCM Peer-to-peer sync - no cloud servers, no accounts Your data stays on your local network Secure on-device storage with biometric authentication support FEATURES CLIPBOARD HISTORY Never lose something you copied earlier. DecentPaste keeps a history of your clipboard entries, so you can retrieve text from minutes, hours, or even days ago. Optional persistence means your history is available even after you restart the app. Real-time clipboard sync between all your devices Easy device pairing with 6-digit PIN Share Extension for quick sharing from any app Clipboard history with optional persistence Works offline - no internet required CURRENT LIMITATIONS Text only (images and files coming later) Local network only (devices must be on the same network) Background sync limited when the app is not active OPEN SOURCE DecentPaste is completely open source. Report bugs, request features, or contribute. Although stable, the app is under active development. We're releasing it early to gather feedback and improve. Expect some rough edges and please report any issues at https://decentpaste.com/support.html We appreciate early adopters who help us improve. Your feedback shapes the future of DecentPaste. Website: https://decentpaste.com OpenSource: https://github.com/decentpaste/decentpaste

Screenshots

FlyDrop4 screens
DecentPaste4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DecentPaste at none against FlyDrop's 2. DecentPaste also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months). On price and device support 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. FlyDrop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DecentPaste asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlyDrop ships an update every 5 months, DecentPaste every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 7, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Ā· 4 level
FlyDrop versus DecentPaste: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlyDropDecentPaste
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDuong Phan DaiArtur Asatryan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FlyDrop

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
None

DecentPaste

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlyDrop free?
FlyDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DecentPaste free?
DecentPaste is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FlyDrop or DecentPaste have ads?
FlyDrop shows ads; DecentPaste does not.
Which is updated more often, FlyDrop or DecentPaste?
FlyDrop ships an update every 5 months, and DecentPaste every 4 weeks. Most recently, FlyDrop was updated on July 7, 2026 and DecentPaste on September 20, 2026.

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