Comparison

NearbySend vs BBShare Multi

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

Head to head
About

NearbySend

Share files quickly and easily between devices without needing an internet connection or an account. This tool offers fast, LAN-speed transfers with a chat-like interface and options for temporary file storage for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform file sharing
  • No account required
  • Fast LAN transfer speeds
  • Chat-style interface
  • Temporary file transfers
  • Batch transfers
  • No internet needed
Features
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Fast File Transfers - Device to Device! NearbySend is your ultimate cross-platform file sharing solution that works seamlessly across all kinds of OS devices - LAN Transfer! Key Features: * No Account Needed - Just download and transfer, so easy! * Fast Speeds - Transfer files at LAN speeds (50x faster than Bluetooth!) * Chat-Style Interface - Send files and texts with conversation history * Temporary Transfer - Auto-delete files after transfer for privacy * Batch Transfers - Send multiple files in one go * No Internet Needed - Works automatically in self-created local network Perfect For: • Mobile to PC transfers - Photos/videos to computer instantly • Office collaborations - Share documents between coworkers • Gaming/Event sharing - Distribute files to multiple devices • Privacy-conscious users - Temporary transfers leave no trace Official website: https://www.nearbysend.com/

About

BBShare Multi

Features
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Transferring files via instant messaging apps requires an internet connection, imposes file size limits or uses proprietary compression, and relies on third‑party relay servers. File migration tools from device manufacturers often only work between their own devices. Setting up FTP, HTTP, or other third‑party tools requires professional expertise. There is a widespread need for an easy‑to‑use file transfer tool that works across different operating systems on phones, tablets, and computers within the same local network. BBShare Multi-Transfer is a cross‑device file transfer tool that supports quick, hassle‑free file transfers among phones, tablets, and computers with different operating systems over the same local network. No internet, cables, or third‑party relays are required—it's secure and direct. BBShare Multi-Transfer offers features such as file sharing, single or batch downloads, file receiving, file sending, sent history, received history, and system settings. By using BBShare Multi-Transfer, you agree to Apple’s standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

NearbySend4 screens
BBShare Multi3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NearbySend at none against BBShare Multi's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. BBShare Multi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. NearbySend asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
NearbySend versus BBShare Multi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNearbySendBBShare Multi
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB128 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTimecent Inc.Shanghai maybees information technology co. ,ltd.

In-app purchases

None

NearbySend

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BBShare Multi

Subscriptions1
  • BBShare Multi-Transfer(1-Year)$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • BBShare Multi-Transfer$9.99

Questions

Is NearbySend free?
NearbySend is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BBShare Multi free?
BBShare Multi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NearbySend or BBShare Multi have ads?
Neither NearbySend nor BBShare Multi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NearbySend or BBShare Multi?
NearbySend ships an update fortnightly, and BBShare Multi fortnightly. Most recently, NearbySend was updated on October 30, 2026 and BBShare Multi on October 31, 2026.

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