FileBus vs Clipify
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FileBus
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FileBus is a powerful cross-platform file transfer application that makes sharing files within your local network simple, fast, and secure. Whether transferring data between different devices or operating systems, FileBus handles it effortlessly, allowing files to flow freely across your devices. Key Features: Cross-Platform Support: Seamless transfers between any devices, breaking down ecosystem barriers with no data usage. Original Quality Transfer: Photos transfer without compression, maintaining original quality. Say goodbye to image and video compression while preserving precious memories intact. Privacy and Security: All data transfers only within your local network without passing through any third-party servers for enhanced peace of mind. Device Pairing: Pair devices through QR code scanning or pairing codes, ensuring transfers only to trusted devices. Transfer Types: Support for sending files, folders, media libraries (photos/videos), plain text messages, and clipboard content. High-Speed Transfer: Point-to-point high-speed transfers over local network, fast and data-free, unaffected by internet speed. Lightning-Fast Experience: Automatically discover nearby devices, send files, folders, or text messages with one tap. Simple and Intuitive: Clean interface with easy file selection, supporting batch selection and share extensions for smooth operation. Download FileBus now and experience more efficient file transfers!
Clipify
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Copy on Mac, paste on iPhone. Clipify is the clipboard manager that keeps everything you copy in sync across all your Apple devices β instantly, privately, over your local network. CLIPBOARD HISTORY β’ Never lose a copied item again β Clipify saves everything you copy β’ Smart categorization: text, links, images, code snippets, and files β’ Searchable history with instant filtering by content type β’ Unlimited history on Mac β everything you copy, forever β’ URL cleaning β automatically strips tracking parameters from links SEAMLESS MULTI-DEVICE SYNC β’ Real-time clipboard sync between Mac and iPhone β’ Works over your local network β your data never leaves your devices β’ QR code pairing β scan and connect in seconds, no accounts needed β’ Per-device auto-sync β choose which devices sync automatically β’ See which devices are online with live status indicators β’ iPhone companion app shows your Mac clipboard history, grouped by device PIN WHAT MATTERS β’ Pin your most important clips to keep them forever β’ Rename pinned items for easy organization β’ Pinned items survive history clears β they're always safe MENU BAR ACCESS (MAC) β’ Lightning-fast access from your menu bar with a keyboard shortcut β’ Browse recent clips without opening the full app β’ Instant Paste β copy and paste into the previous app in one click β’ Customizable global hotkey (default: Cmd+Shift+V) β’ Clipboard Switcher β cycle through recent items with Cmd+Shift+V PRIVACY FIRST β’ Everything stays on your local network β no cloud servers involved β’ Sensitive content detection β passwords and OTP codes are never saved β’ Blocks clipboard from password managers (1Password, Bitwarden, etc.) β’ No data collection, no analytics, no tracking BEAUTIFUL DESIGN β’ Native SwiftUI interface with full Dark and Light mode support β’ Smooth animations and polished interactions on every platform β’ Adapts beautifully to iPhone and Mac Clipify Pro unlocks unlimited pastes from clipboard history β one-time purchase, no subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FileBus at none against Clipify's 1. FileBus also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Clipify sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FileBus asks for nothing beyond the download.
FileBus ships an update every 2 weeks, Clipify every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FileBus | Clipify |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks β better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Qirat Technology Co., Ltd | Pawan Kumar Dixit |
In-app purchases
FileBus
No in-app purchases
Clipify
- Remove Limits$4.99









