Comparison

Tether vs Quick Share File Transfer

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

Head to head
About

Tether

Features
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Tether makes it effortless to send photos, videos, documents, and any other files across all your devices. No cables, no complicated workflows, and no more emailing yourself files. Just sign in, link your devices, and transfer instantly with a private, encrypted, peer-to-peer connection. Whether you’re moving files between your phone and laptop or sharing media across different platforms, Tether keeps everything fast, simple, and secure. • Cross-platform by design Works seamlessly across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux devices. • True peer-to-peer transfers Tether helps your devices connect to each other, but every file is sent directly between them. Your files never touch our or any other third party server. • End-to-end encrypted Every transfer is protected with strong encryption, so only your devices can access your files. • Original quality, no limits Send any number of files, any size, always without compression. • Your devices, connected anywhere Signed-in devices on your account can send and receive files whether they’re on the same network or across the world. Built for privacy. Built for speed. Built for you. Tether keeps your files between your devices only, ensuring you’re always in control. Whether you’re transferring work documents, photos, or anything else, Tether makes secure cross-platform sharing easier than ever.

About

Quick Share File Transfer

Easily send files, photos, videos, and documents between your devices using local Wi-Fi or a temporary cloud link. It offers direct transfers for nearby devices and cloud sharing for cross-network convenience.

Highlights
  • Send photos, videos, documents, folders, and text
  • Share between iPhone, iPad, and computers
  • Discover nearby devices on Wi-Fi/LAN
  • Direct file transfer between devices
  • Share files via temporary cloud link
  • Password protection for cloud links
Features
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Quick Share is a simple file sharing app for sending files, photos, videos, documents, folders, and text between your devices. Use Quick Share to share between your iPhone, iPad, computers, and other supported devices. When devices are nearby, Quick Share uses your local Wi-Fi or LAN to discover them automatically and transfer files directly. No cables, no manual IP address setup, and no complicated pairing process. When devices are not on the same network, Cloud Transfer lets you upload selected files temporarily and share them with a link. It is useful for sending large files across different networks or when direct local transfer is not available. Key features: • Send photos, videos, documents, folders, and text • Share between your iPhone, iPad, computers, and other supported devices • Discover nearby devices on the same Wi-Fi or local network • Transfer files directly between selected devices • Share files by temporary cloud link when needed • Use free Cloud Transfer quota before upgrading • Protect cloud links with optional password protection • Manage received files and recent transfers easily • Clean, fast interface for everyday sharing Quick Share is built for everyday file sharing between phones, tablets, and computers. Use local transfer for fast nearby sharing, and Cloud Transfer when you need to send files beyond your local network. Local transfers are sent directly between selected devices on your network. Cloud Transfer uploads only the files you choose so they can be accessed through a shared link. Privacy Policy: https://quick-share.app/apple/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tether4 screens
Quick Share File Transfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tether at none against Quick Share File Transfer's 1. Tether also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Quick Share File Transfer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Tether asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Tether versus Quick Share File Transfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTetherQuick Share File Transfer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLucien Kerssens江鹏 董

In-app purchases

None

Tether

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Quick Share File Transfer

Subscriptions1
  • Quick Share Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Tether free?
Tether is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Quick Share File Transfer free?
Quick Share File Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tether or Quick Share File Transfer have ads?
Quick Share File Transfer shows ads; Tether does not.

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