# Blur Wallpapers Pro vs ES File Explorer

The clearest difference is rating: ES File Explorer at 4.6 against Blur Wallpapers Pro's 4.1. ES File Explorer also leads on ratings volume (15K vs 115) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Blur Wallpapers Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ES File Explorer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Blur Wallpapers Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ES File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ES File Explorer has 15K ratings behind it against 115, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Blur Wallpapers Pro's written reviews are positive against 64% of ES File Explorer's.

Blur Wallpapers Pro ships an update every 3 months, ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blur Wallpapers Pro | ES File Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (115 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blur-wallpapers-pro/id733497592/reviews) | **[4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/es-file-explorer/id1441621965/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 115 | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **63.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 263 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [KISSAPP, S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/552812711) | [Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435277197) |

## What reviewers say

### Blur Wallpapers Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blur-wallpapers-pro/id733497592)

Create custom blurred wallpapers for your iPhone or iPad. Apply blur effects, draw with various brushes, and add your own photos to design unique backgrounds. All creations are in HD Retina quality and can be shared on social media.

**Highlights:** Apply blur effect to images, Draw on backgrounds with brushes, Use own photos, Apply filters, Preview on Lock Screen, Share to social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### ES File Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/es-file-explorer/id1441621965)

Manage local and network files with this comprehensive tool. It offers file transfer, compression, built-in media players, cloud storage integration, and editing capabilities for various document and code formats.

**Highlights:** File management and sorting, WiFi and face-to-face file transfer, ZIP, RAR, 7Z compression/decompression, Built-in audio/video player, Cloud storage aggregation, Remote service access (SMB, FTP, WebDAV), PDF and code editor

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ES Pro(1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| ES Pro(1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| ES Pro(1 year) | $29.99 | per year |
| ES Pro(1 year） | $29.99 | per year |
| ES remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| ES lifetime vip | $4.99 | one-time |
| ES lifetime vip | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful file management
- 📁 Extensive file format support
- 🔒 Secure folder access
- 🎵 Excellent built-in media player
- 🔗 Seamless network connectivity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Search functionality issues
- 🔇 Music playback problems
- 🔌 Connectivity issues with FTP/SFTP

**Reported bugs**

- Deleted all user files after update
- Unable to connect to SMB servers
- Video playback issues with certain file types
- Inconsistent behavior when using VPN

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved file compression tools
- More customization options
- Better integration with Apple ecosystem
- Enhanced audio/video playback controls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blur Wallpapers Pro free?

Blur Wallpapers Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ES File Explorer free?

ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Blur Wallpapers Pro or ES File Explorer?

ES File Explorer is rated higher. Blur Wallpapers Pro averages 4.1 out of 5 from 115 ratings, while ES File Explorer averages 4.6 from 15K ratings.

### Do Blur Wallpapers Pro or ES File Explorer have ads?

Neither Blur Wallpapers Pro nor ES File Explorer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blur Wallpapers Pro or ES File Explorer?

Blur Wallpapers Pro ships an update every 3 months, and ES File Explorer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Blur Wallpapers Pro was updated on October 16, 2026 and ES File Explorer on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*