Comparison

CrossPaste vs WinSend

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

Head to head
About

CrossPaste

Features
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CrossPaste — Universal Clipboard Across Devices Copy anything and paste it on any device, seamlessly. COPY ONCE, PASTE ANYWHERE Copy on your iPhone and it instantly appears on your Mac, Windows, or Linux machine. No extra steps — your clipboard syncs in real time across all your devices. RICH CONTENT SUPPORT More than just text — CrossPaste syncs text, images, files, links, HTML, RTF, and colors, preserving the original format perfectly. PRIVACY FIRST • End-to-End Encrypted — Asymmetric encryption keeps your data fully secure • LAN Only — Data never touches any third-party server • Local Storage — Your data stays on your devices CROSS-PLATFORM, SEAMLESSLY CONNECTED Works with macOS, Windows, and Linux desktops alongside iOS. One consistent interface across every device you use — no learning curve. POWERFUL FEATURES • Pasteboard Keyboard — Access clipboard history from any app • Smart Cleanup — Automatic storage management, zero maintenance • Widgets — Home screen widgets for one-tap pasting • Shortcuts — Siri Shortcuts support for voice-powered workflows • Large File Transfer — Move big files between devices with ease • Import & Export — Back up and migrate your clipboard data FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE Fine-tune pasteboard monitoring, sync settings, network discovery, and storage management to match your personal workflow. --- CrossPaste Pro unlocks all premium features including unlimited device connections, unrestricted sync, end-to-end encryption, tag management, and more. Subscription Terms: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Renewal will be charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your account settings after purchase Privacy Policy: https://crosspaste.com/en/mobile-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://crosspaste.com/en/mobile-terms-of-use

About

WinSend

Instantly share text and photos from your iPhone to your PC over Wi-Fi, similar to AirDrop. No cables, cloud, or account setup required. Trigger transfers with Shortcuts or Back Tap for seamless integration.

Highlights
  • Clipboard synchronization
  • Fast photo transfer
  • Wi-Fi direct sharing
  • No account required
  • Shortcuts and Back Tap integration
  • Local network transfer
Features
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AirDrop-like transfer for Windows. Quickly send text and photos from your iPhone to your PC — no cables. No account. No setup. Just install and start instantly. Trigger sync from anywhere using Shortcuts or Back Tap — no need to open the app. Key Features • Clipboard Sync Copy on iPhone, paste directly on Windows. • Fast Photo Transfer Send images instantly over local Wi-Fi. Your data stays on your network. • Cloud Clipboard Sync Sync your clipboard even on different networks — end-to-end encrypted, only your devices can read it. • Shortcuts & Back Tap Trigger sync without opening the app. One tap, done. How It Works Install WinSend on both iPhone and Windows Pair automatically and start using — photos transfer over local Wi-Fi, clipboard syncs anywhere with Cloud Sync Terms of Use: https://numerous-gecko-b97.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-2f73ad1d494580eb983de02c2827629f?source=copy_link Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Privacy-Policy-2f73ad1d494580c58e7cf8269cbf6af7?source=copy_link

Screenshots

CrossPaste4 screens
WinSend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: WinSend at none against CrossPaste's shown. WinSend also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. CrossPaste sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and WinSend sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CrossPaste ships an update every 2 months, WinSend every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CrossPaste versus WinSend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossPasteWinSend
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size326 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Bianyi Weilai Technology Co., Ltd.艳龙 陈

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CrossPaste

Subscriptions3
  • CrossPaste Pro1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • CrossPaste Pro 季付3 Months trial$5.903 Months
  • CrossPaste Pro 半年付6 Months trial$11.496 Months
One-time1
  • CrossPaste Pro 永久买断$39.99
3 purchases

WinSend

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Membership$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Membership7 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$12.99

Questions

Is CrossPaste free?
CrossPaste is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WinSend free?
WinSend is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CrossPaste or WinSend have ads?
CrossPaste shows ads; WinSend does not.
Which is updated more often, CrossPaste or WinSend?
CrossPaste ships an update every 2 months, and WinSend every 9 days. Most recently, CrossPaste was updated on October 28, 2026 and WinSend on October 28, 2026.

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