Comparison

FileBus vs GapRelay

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

Head to head
About

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!

About

GapRelay

Features
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Move files and messages through the routes your devices actually have—without requiring a GapRelay account or a transfer cloud. OFFLINE TRANSFER • Broadcast files as resilient changing QR frames. • Use Nearby routes when both devices support a compatible direct connection. • Record QR Video on one device and decode it later on another. SIGNALS AND TAGS • Translate and practice Morse with light, sound and touch. • Generate and inspect Sonic, SSTV and DTMF signals. • Read, inspect and write compatible NDEF NFC tags. VERIFY BEFORE YOU RELEASE • Check file integrity with cryptographic hashes. • Use optional end-to-end encryption and explicit pairing verification. • Inspect received links, contacts, locations and files before acting on them. HONEST LIMITS Hardware and operating-system support varies. GapRelay shows available routes and offers fallbacks where practical. QR Video reception is free; some creation and security tools require Pro. The free version may show ads only on eligible non-sensitive screens. Purchases stay with the Apple or Google account and platform where they were made. Core transfers can work without Internet. Files are processed on your device. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FileBus4 screens
GapRelay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FileBus at none against GapRelay's 3. FileBus also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price 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. GapRelay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. FileBus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
FileBus versus GapRelay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileBusGapRelay
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Qirat Technology Co., LtdOndex Labs LLC

In-app purchases

None

FileBus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

GapRelay

Subscriptions1
  • GapRelay Pro Annual$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Remove Ads$5.99
  • GapRelay Pro Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is FileBus free?
FileBus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GapRelay free?
GapRelay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FileBus or GapRelay have ads?
GapRelay shows ads; FileBus does not.

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