Comparison

LanLink vs WiFi File Shuttle

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

Head to head
About

LanLink

Features
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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 browserβ€”no cables, no cloud upload required. Main Features β€’ One-tap start: Launch the service inside the app; other devices scan the QR code or enter the address to access it via browser β€’ 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) β€’ 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 β€’ File management: In the main app’s file browser you can view (open with the system default app), copy, delete and move files β€’ Optional password protection: Set a username and password for accessβ€”ideal for shared networks β€’ Multi-language: Supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, Japanese and Korean, matching system/app settings Use Cases β€’ Quickly transfer photos or documents from phone to computer without WeChat or email β€’ Share files with colleagues via mobile hotspot during meetings or business trips β€’ Transfer files between multiple devices on a home or office LAN Privacy & Security β€’ Data stays on the local network onlyβ€”never passes through third-party servers β€’ Recommended for trusted networks only (home Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot); avoid enabling the service on public Wi-Fi β€’ You can stop the service at any time in the app and view connection history

About

WiFi File Shuttle

Easily transfer photos, videos, music, and documents between your mobile devices and computers using only a web browser. No cloud uploads or accounts needed, just a local Wi-Fi connection. Organize your files with folder creation and management tools.

Highlights
  • Direct Wi-Fi transfers
  • No cloud uploads
  • Browser-based access
  • Folder creation and management
  • Multi-file selection
  • Offline transfers
Features
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Your files belong wherever you need them. WiFi File Shuttle moves photos, videos, music, documents and folders between your iPhone or iPad and nearby devices. Open WiFi File Shuttle, start sharing, then scan the QR code or enter the local address in a browser. Any other device needs only a browser. Import files into your shared folder, upload from another device or download what you need. Transfers travel directly over Wi-Fi or Personal Hotspot. No account and no uploading your files to a cloud service. Your files stay on your device until you delete them. Keep WiFi File Shuttle open during transfers and connect both devices to the same network. WiFi File Shuttle is free to use. Local transfers do not require internet access. Use a network you trust. Create folders and organize your files: select several at once, then copy, move, rename or delete them.

Screenshots

LanLink4 screens
WiFi File Shuttle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LanLink at none against WiFi File Shuttle's 1. LanLink also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). WiFi File Shuttle's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 months). On price 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. WiFi File Shuttle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LanLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LanLink ships an update every 8 months, WiFi File Shuttle every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 4 level
LanLink versus WiFi File Shuttle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLanLinkWiFi File Shuttle
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size27 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerζ΄ͺ南 杨YAVUZ YIGITOGLU

In-app purchases

None

LanLink

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

WiFi File Shuttle

One-time1
  • Remove ads$1.99

Questions

Is LanLink free?
LanLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WiFi File Shuttle free?
WiFi File Shuttle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LanLink or WiFi File Shuttle have ads?
WiFi File Shuttle shows ads; LanLink does not.
Which is updated more often, LanLink or WiFi File Shuttle?
LanLink ships an update every 8 months, and WiFi File Shuttle every 2 days. Most recently, LanLink was updated on October 31, 2026 and WiFi File Shuttle on October 31, 2026.

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