Comparison

FileDrop vs Tappio

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

Head to head
About

FileDrop

Features
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FileDrop turns your iPhone into a private transfer port for photos, videos, and files. Need to move a large video to a computer? Start Browser Transfer, open the local address in a browser on the same Wi-Fi, and download from a clean web page. No desktop app, no cloud account, no cables. For private storage, connect your own WebDAV, SFTP, or SMB target and send selected items to NAS, Nextcloud, private servers, or shared folders. You can also browse remote folders and download files back to your iPhone. What you can do: • Share iPhone photos, videos, and files through a temporary browser page • Download single files or batch ZIP files from a browser on your local Wi-Fi • Upload to WebDAV, SFTP, and SMB storage targets • Download remote photos and videos to Photos • Save other remote files to On My iPhone • Track completed, failed, and running transfers • Protect browser access with a one-time code FileDrop is designed for local and private transfers. Your files are not sent to our servers, and there are no ads.

About

Tappio

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and remote for your computer. Control media, browse the web, and sync text effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Features instant QR pairing and no account creation needed.

Highlights
  • Wireless trackpad and keyboard
  • Media and browser remote
  • Clipboard sync
  • App launcher
  • System shortcuts
  • QR code pairing
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a wireless trackpad, keyboard, and all-in-one remote for your computer. Control media playback, navigate your browser, switch apps, and sync clipboard text over your local Wi-Fi network—with instant QR pairing and no account required. Whether you’re relaxing on the couch watching videos, browsing the web from across the room, or need a wireless mouse and keyboard, Tappio gives you effortless desktop control from your phone or tablet. Your essential desktop controls are just a swipe away. Trackpad • Smooth, responsive cursor movement across your entire screen • Tap to left-click, and tap with two fingers (or long press) to right-click • Scroll long pages effortlessly with one thumb using the dedicated scroll bar, or use two-finger scrolling • Adjustable pointer speed, scroll speed, and natural scrolling direction • Personalize your trackpad with custom wallpapers Keyboard • Type into any app using your native mobile keyboard, auto-correct, and emojis • Live mode sends text to your computer as you type • Compose mode lets you draft, edit, and review text before sending • Use voice dictation to capture text on your device, review it, and send it with one tap App Launcher • View all running applications on your computer at a glance • Bring any running app to the front or launch apps in one tap • Quit apps with a single tap Media Remote • Play, pause, and skip tracks across supported audio and video players • Adjust system volume easily from across the room • See what’s playing right on your screen Browser Remote • Browse the web with simple taps and dedicated controls • Flip between tabs, open new tabs, and close tabs easily • Quick shortcuts to search, refresh, toggle fullscreen, and zoom in or out • Supports Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and more Clipboard Sync • Send clipboard text to your computer, or copy text back to your phone or tablet • Fast, reliable text transfer over your local Wi-Fi network • Keep your workflow moving without emailing or messaging snippets to yourself System Shortcuts • Put your computer to sleep, lock your screen, restart, or shut down right from your phone or tablet Security & Privacy • Direct local connection: Remote-control traffic stays entirely on your local Wi-Fi network between your devices. • Strong encryption: Commands use TLS; low-latency mouse and scroll input uses AES-256-GCM. • Secure QR pairing: Pairing requires scanning the QR code displayed on your computer. • No account required: No emails, passwords, or sign-ups to manage. Tappio Pro (Optional Upgrade) Enjoy Trackpad, Keyboard, App Launcher, and System Shortcuts completely free with zero ads. Upgrade to Tappio Pro to unlock Media Remote, Browser Remote, Clipboard Sync, and Custom Wallpapers. Setup 1. Download Tappio on your iPhone or iPad, and get the free companion app for your Mac or Windows PC at www.tappioapp.com. 2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network. 3. Open Tappio on your computer and scan the on-screen QR code with your phone or tablet. You’re ready to go! Requirements • A Mac with macOS 13 or later, or a PC with Windows 10 or 11 (x64). The companion app is free at www.tappioapp.com. • Both devices must be connected to the same local Wi-Fi network. Terms of Use: https://www.tappioapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.tappioapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

FileDrop4 screens
Tappio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tappio at weekly against FileDrop's every 2 weeks. FileDrop's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). 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. FileDrop sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tappio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileDrop ships an update every 2 weeks, Tappio weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
FileDrop versus Tappio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileDropTappio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer乃 樊Maaya Labs LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FileDrop

One-time1
  • LumaPort Unlimited$7.99
3 purchases

Tappio

Subscriptions2
  • Tappio Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Tappio Pro Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tappio Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is FileDrop free?
FileDrop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tappio free?
Tappio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FileDrop or Tappio have ads?
Neither FileDrop nor Tappio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FileDrop or Tappio?
FileDrop ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tappio weekly. Most recently, FileDrop was updated on October 12, 2026 and Tappio on October 17, 2026.

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