Comparison

FlyDrop vs CloudBox

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

CloudBox

Features
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All your clouds. One simple home. CloudBox connects the cloud accounts you already have — Google Drive, Dropbox and more — and brings every photo, video and file into one library. No more jumping between apps to find that one file. YOUR FILES STAY YOURS CloudBox never stores your files. They stay on your own clouds, exactly where they are. The app just gives you one place to see and manage them. ONE LIBRARY FOR EVERYTHING • Every photo and video from every cloud, in one grid • All your documents in one list • Search across all your clouds at once — even text inside images, on-device MOVE & FREE UP SPACE • Move or copy files between clouds in a single tap • Find duplicate photos you're paying to store twice • Push photos off your phone to a cloud to free up space • Snap photos straight to a cloud with the built-in camera MY DEVICE Browse your iPhone's own photos and videos, and clear them off to a cloud when your phone is full. CLOUDBOX PRO Go Pro to connect unlimited clouds, unlock every feature, and get 50 GB of private CloudBox Cloud storage included. • Files stay on your cloud — we never store them • Search runs on your device — nothing leaves it • Cancel anytime Terms: https://mcloudbox.com/terms Privacy: https://mcloudbox.com/privacy

Screenshots

FlyDrop4 screens
CloudBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CloudBox at none against FlyDrop's shown. CloudBox also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months). FlyDrop's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases 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 and CloudBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlyDrop ships an update every 5 months, CloudBox every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 5 level
FlyDrop versus CloudBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlyDropCloudBox
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB21 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDuong Phan DaiMONI TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FlyDrop

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
2 purchases

CloudBox

Subscriptions2
  • CloudBox Pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • CloudBox Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is FlyDrop free?
FlyDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CloudBox free?
CloudBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FlyDrop or CloudBox have ads?
FlyDrop shows ads; CloudBox does not.
Which is updated more often, FlyDrop or CloudBox?
FlyDrop ships an update every 5 months, and CloudBox every 3 days. Most recently, FlyDrop was updated on September 28, 2026 and CloudBox on October 14, 2026.

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