LanLink vs NearFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LanLink
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LanLink turns your phone into a file-sharing hub on the local network. On the same Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot, computers, tablets and other devices can access files and albums on your phone through a browser—no cables, no cloud upload required. Main Features • One-tap start: Launch the service inside the app; other devices scan the QR code or enter the address to access it via browser • File browsing & download: Browse shared folders, albums and documents. Supports list/grid view; images can be previewed and downloaded in original quality (with correct file extension) • Large-file upload: Supports chunked upload and resumable transfer for large files. Multiple files can be uploaded simultaneously with a progress bar showing transfer speed • File management: In the main app’s file browser you can view (open with the system default app), copy, delete and move files • Optional password protection: Set a username and password for access—ideal for shared networks • Multi-language: Supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, Japanese and Korean, matching system/app settings Use Cases • Quickly transfer photos or documents from phone to computer without WeChat or email • Share files with colleagues via mobile hotspot during meetings or business trips • Transfer files between multiple devices on a home or office LAN Privacy & Security • Data stays on the local network only—never passes through third-party servers • Recommended for trusted networks only (home Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot); avoid enabling the service on public Wi-Fi • You can stop the service at any time in the app and view connection history
NearFlow
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NearFlow is a nearby device transfer tool that helps you quickly send photos, files, folders, and text between your phone, computer, and browser. Key features: - Discover nearby devices on the same Wi-Fi or hotspot - Send photos, files, folders, clipboard text, and typed text - Use browser access so the other device does not need the app - Confirm, cancel, and review received transfers - Supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, and Spanish NearFlow is useful for temporary file transfers between computers and phones, sharing photos, and sending short text snippets without accounts, cables, or cloud-drive interruptions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NearFlow at every 2 months against LanLink's every 8 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LanLink ships an update every 8 months, NearFlow every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | LanLink | NearFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 洪南 杨 | 光顺 朱 |
In-app purchases
LanLink
No in-app purchases
NearFlow
No in-app purchases









