Comparison

File Transfers vs Fast ZIP Extractor

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

Head to head
About

File Transfers

Features
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File Transfers makes moving photos, videos, documents, and other files between devices simple. Send and receive on the same Wi-Fi network, scan a QR code when needed, or share to a browser for quick downloads on another device. What you can do: - No account required for nearby transfers - Send files to nearby devices over local Wi-Fi - Receive files with approval controls and QR pairing - Share to a browser on the same network for quick downloads - Review recent transfer history FileTransfers Pro adds: - Faster local transfer speeds - Hosted browser download links - Optional 6-digit passcodes on hosted links - Up to 10 GB per hosted file - Restore Pro access across devices after sign-in Whether you are moving a few photos to a friend nearby or sending a larger file to a laptop, File Transfers keeps the process quick and clear. Hosted links require FileTransfers Pro and sign-in. By using the app you agree to the terms of use at https://filetransfersapp.com/terms.txt

About

Fast ZIP Extractor

Easily extract and compress various archive formats directly from cloud links or your local device. Supports password-protected files and offers a preview option before extraction. Compress documents, images, audio, and video with a single tap.

Highlights
  • Extract from cloud links
  • Supports ZIP, RAR, 7Z formats
  • Password-protected file extraction
  • Compress any file type
  • Preview files before extraction
  • Direct email sharing
  • Local and private file handling
Features
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Fast ZIP Extractor supports importing archive files from your local device, as well as downloading and extracting them directly from cloud drive links. Password-protected or not, you can extract with one tap. It supports dozens of formats including ZIP / RAR / 7Z, and can also compress documents, images, audio and video. It's the all-in-one extraction tool on your phone.  Paste link → Extract No need to download first. No extra space taken.  Got a password? One tap, done. ZIP / RAR / 7Z — all supported  One‑tap compress any file Images, documents, videos. Just one tap.  Preview before extracting Preview PDF, Word, images and more.  Send via email directly Compress and send right away.  One‑tap compress from photo album Select photos, compress, share.  Clean. Local. Private. Your files never leave your device.  Extract faster. Extract smarter. Download Fast ZIP Extractor.  Subscription Info 3‑day free trial → $4.99 per week Permanent membership $59.99, lifetime buyout Auto‑renews 24 hours before the trial ends, can be canceled anytime Permanent membership is a one‑time payment, no further charges Subscription is managed by your Apple ID Don’t want to renew? Cancel anytime, no fee. Privacy Policy: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DVGdnaENoWE5LaHJ5 Terms of Use: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DVHF3SnhSVWNXRE9Y

Screenshots

File Transfers3 screens
Fast ZIP Extractor3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Fast ZIP Extractor at every 5 weeks against File Transfers's every 6 months. Fast ZIP Extractor also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. File Transfers sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Fast ZIP Extractor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Transfers ships an update every 6 months, Fast ZIP Extractor every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
File Transfers versus Fast ZIP Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile TransfersFast ZIP Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonLuca De Caro海青 翟

In-app purchases

2 purchases

File Transfers

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Fast ZIP Extractor

Subscriptions1
  • Week VIP3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime membership$59.99

Questions

Is File Transfers free?
File Transfers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Fast ZIP Extractor free?
Fast ZIP Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do File Transfers or Fast ZIP Extractor have ads?
Neither File Transfers nor Fast ZIP Extractor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Transfers or Fast ZIP Extractor?
File Transfers ships an update every 6 months, and Fast ZIP Extractor every 5 weeks. Most recently, File Transfers was updated on October 28, 2026 and Fast ZIP Extractor on October 28, 2026.

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