# pCloud vs Bolt Browser and Documents

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bolt Browser and Documents at none against pCloud's 13. Bolt Browser and Documents also leads on ratings volume (226K vs 8.2K). pCloud's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. pCloud sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Bolt Browser and Documents asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for pCloud against 4.8 for Bolt Browser and Documents. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bolt Browser and Documents has 226K ratings behind it against 8.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of pCloud's written reviews are positive against 56% of Bolt Browser and Documents's.

pCloud ships an update every 2 weeks, Bolt Browser and Documents every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | pCloud | Bolt Browser and Documents |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pcloud-cloud-storage/id692002098/reviews) | **[4.8 (226K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-browser-and-documents/id1366502697/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8.2K | **226K** |
| Positive reviews | **62.6% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 112 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [PCLOUD LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/692002101) | [Danyil Vasilenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1366502433) |

## What reviewers say

### pCloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pcloud-cloud-storage/id692002098)

Securely store and access your photos, videos, and documents from any device.  Automatically back up media to free up phone space and stream content on the go. Share large files easily with others.

**Highlights:** Up to 10 GB free storage, Automatic photo and video backup, Stream HD videos and music, Send and receive large files, Offline file access, Military-grade encryption

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| pCloud Encryption | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Ultra 10TB Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| pCloud Encryption | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Plus | $99.99 | per year |
| pCloud Encryption | $149.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $219.00 | one-time |
| Add Extra 2TB Lifetime Storage | $279.00 | one-time |
| Premium Plus | $499.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast uploads and downloads
- 🔒 Secure and encrypted storage
- 👍 Convenient app integration across devices
- 💰 Affordable lifetime plans
- 📂 Flexible file organization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable auto-upload feature
- 🔍 Lacking advanced search and organization tools
- 🔇 Subpar media player functionality
- 🔒 Encryption features behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing free storage limits

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent file syncing across devices
- Issues with downloading and sharing files
- Missing metadata and HEIC file support

**Requested features**

- Improved photo/video management and viewing
- Background sync and auto-upload
- Sorting and filtering options for files
- Built-in text editor and note-taking
- Gapless audio playback


### Bolt Browser and Documents

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-browser-and-documents/id1366502697)

A private and secure mobile browser with built-in file management. Enjoy ad-free browsing, protect your data with biometrics, and manage documents for offline access. It also offers media playback features for enhanced productivity.

**Highlights:** Zero-configuration ad blocking, Private browsing by default, Biometric app data security, Document and media import, Adjustable playback speed, Picture in Picture mode, Offline file preview

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline music player
- 🚀 Continuous music playback
- 👍 Great for downloading and listening to music
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Useful features like sleep timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Downloading/conversion issues after updates
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔋 Music playback issues when phone is locked or app is minimized
- 📢 Excessive ads and intrusive ad experience

**Reported bugs**

- Download button/option not appearing after updates
- Inability to download/convert videos anymore
- App crashing on launch or during use

**Requested features**

- Add playlist creation and management
- Ability to transfer downloaded content to new devices
- Add account/cloud sync to preserve downloaded content
- Improve music playback reliability when app is in background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is pCloud free?

pCloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bolt Browser and Documents free?

Bolt Browser and Documents is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, pCloud or Bolt Browser and Documents?

Bolt Browser and Documents is rated higher. pCloud averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.2K ratings, while Bolt Browser and Documents averages 4.8 from 226K ratings.

### Do pCloud or Bolt Browser and Documents have ads?

Bolt Browser and Documents shows ads; pCloud does not.

### Which is updated more often, pCloud or Bolt Browser and Documents?

pCloud ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bolt Browser and Documents every 6 months. Most recently, pCloud was updated on October 12, 2026 and Bolt Browser and Documents on October 13, 2026.

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