# FOREVER® vs Files.fm Cloud storage

The clearest difference is rating: Files.fm Cloud storage at 5.0 against FOREVER®'s 3.9. Files.fm Cloud storage also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%). FOREVER®'s advantage is ratings volume (275 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FOREVER® sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Files.fm Cloud storage sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Files.fm Cloud storage holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FOREVER® has 275 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of FOREVER®'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Files.fm Cloud storage's.

FOREVER® ships an update every 3 weeks, Files.fm Cloud storage every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FOREVER® | Files.fm Cloud storage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (275 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forever/id808235823/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filesfm-cloud-storage/id1636301796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **275** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 67.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Forever, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/808235826) | [Files.fm](https://appshunter.io/developer/1227725779) |

## What reviewers say

### FOREVER®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forever/id808235823)

Securely store photos, videos, and documents permanently for your lifetime plus 100 years. Organize, back up, and share memories with guaranteed privacy and no ads. Files are automatically upgraded to industry standards over time.

**Highlights:** Permanent cloud storage, Lifetime + 100 year guarantee, Secure file storage, Organize with tags and albums, Automatic backup and sync, Ad-free experience, Secure sharing

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $99.99 | one-time |
| 5 GB Storage | $99.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 40% OFF! | $119.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 30% OFF! | $139.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 20% OFF! | $159.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - On Sale! | $169.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage | $179.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $199.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - 40% OFF! | $239.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $299.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage | $349.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - On Sale! | $349.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB Storage | $599.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Permanent storage
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Easy to organize and share photos
- 👍 Automatic photo backup
- 👍 Lifetime access with one-time payment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing and uploading issues
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and use
- 💰 Expensive storage plans
- 🔍 Missing key features (e.g., offline access, photo editing)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Inconsistent performance after updates
- Syncing issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete photos from phone after upload
- Improved background syncing
- More customization options for album views
- Integration with other photo services


### Files.fm Cloud storage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filesfm-cloud-storage/id1636301796)

This app offers cloud storage for backing up, storing, and sharing your photos and videos. It provides a secure platform for managing your digital content across multiple devices. Access your files from anywhere with this comprehensive cloud solution.

**Highlights:** Cloud storage for photos and videos, Secure content backup, Easy file sharing, Cross-device access, Digital content management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro subscription 2TB Monthly | $6.49 | per month |
| Pro subscription 2TB Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Business 2TB Monthly | $18.99 | per month |
| Team subscription 2TB Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Additional storage 5TB Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Personal 500GB Yearly | $28.99 | per year |
| Additional storage 10TB Month | $49.00 | per month |
| Pro subscription 2TB Yearly | $66.99 | per year |
| Pro subscription 2TB Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Business 2TB Yearly | $184.99 | per year |
| Team 2TB Yearly | $229.00 | per year |
| Additional storage 5TB Yearly | $250.00 | per year |
| Additional storage 100TB Month | $399.00 | per month |
| Additional storage 10TB Yearly | $490.00 | per year |
| Lifetime 1TB | $79.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime 2TB | $159.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime 3TB | $249.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FOREVER® free?

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

### Is Files.fm Cloud storage free?

Files.fm Cloud storage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FOREVER® or Files.fm Cloud storage?

Files.fm Cloud storage is rated higher. FOREVER® averages 3.9 out of 5 from 275 ratings, while Files.fm Cloud storage averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do FOREVER® or Files.fm Cloud storage have ads?

Neither FOREVER® nor Files.fm Cloud storage shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FOREVER® or Files.fm Cloud storage?

FOREVER® ships an update every 3 weeks, and Files.fm Cloud storage every 6 weeks. Most recently, FOREVER® was updated on September 11, 2026 and Files.fm Cloud storage on September 2, 2026.

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