File Explorer Professional vs My OWC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
File Explorer Professional
Manage local and cloud files with this comprehensive tool. Transfer, convert, and share media, secure sensitive data, and access cloud storage like Google Drive and Dropbox. Includes a music player, voice recorder, and text editor.
- Local and cloud file management
- Cloud storage integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive)
- Video and audio file conversion
- Secure secret folder with password/Touch ID
- Wi-Fi file sharing (HTTP, FTP)
- Built-in music player and voice recorder
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File Explorer is a wonderful local and cloud file manager that enables you to manage files on your mobil device. You can management your device files and cloud files. Supported iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive. You can send cloud file shared link to your friend. You can play the music, video files and read documents files, manage them and export them to your computer. You can take new photo, video and voice files. You can use video convert and audio convert. - Video file to MP3 file. (ex; mp4, mov, m4v -> mp3) - Video file to MP4 file. (ex; mov, m4v -> mp4) You can to do file sharing from your device with web sharing and ftp sharing via wifi network. # Multi Account Cloud Drive Service Support - iCloud Drive - Dropbox - Google Drive - Box - OneDrive # File sharing - Disk Mounter - HTTP Web Sharing - FTP Sharing. # MP3 Convert Audio and Video files (WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, M4V, etc) can be converted to MP3 files extracted just audio. # MP4 Convert Various video files (MOV, M4V, etc) can be converted to MP4 video files. # Photo and Video Edit All photos and video can be rotated and flipped. # Music Album Artwork Picture of music album can be changed and chosen from photo album of the smart phone. # Secret Folder Any important data can be saved and kept safely in "Secret Folder". "Secret Folder" provides safe locking system, which consists of password and Touch ID. # Music Player You can play all of music files saved in your smart phone. Especially the streaming is maintaining at sleep mode or using other apps. # Camera You can take photos during video record and the screen is wider than original iPhone camera. It is involving various functions like resolution, flash and autofocus. # Voice Recorder You can record voice anytime and anywhere you want. Especially recording is maintaining at sleep mode or using other apps. # Text Editor You can simply create text file and make your important notes. # Folder Most basic data will be saved in the section “Folder”, as well as the functions of camera, voice record and media player are also used in Folder. # Album Section “Album" manages all photos and videos. You can also take and save photos in Album as well as the saved files can be copied in other sections. # Download If you input internet address, it opens the web page with built in Safari web browser. You can download any files linked from web sites. # Favorites You can set often used files or folders with star shaped button, and you can find and use the data easily in this section. # iCloud Drive All apple devices and Window system that have iCloud Drive can synchronize all datas through Explorer App. # Disk Mounter You can mount the saved files in your smart phone to Mac or Window PC conveniently. You can install disk mounter program on your Mac / PC from http://www.smartdisk.org for free. # HTTP Sharing You can share and manage the files in your smart phone on the web browser through HTTP server. # FTP Sharing You can share and manage the files in your smart phone on the web browser through FTP server. # iTunes Folder You can manage the files in the app through iTunes program. # File Zipping and Unzipping You can zip and unzip the files or folders. # File Export Smart Disk Explorer supports exporting functions such as printing, mailing, opening other apps, and saving image files as photos in album. # App Lock Passcode The locking system will be automatically activated to protect your important data when you close the app. It supports Touch ID for convenience and safe.
My OWC
Manage, monitor, and maximize your OWC products with this comprehensive companion app. It simplifies device registration, provides instant access to setup guides and troubleshooting, and delivers real-time product-specific alerts. Explore products in your space with 3D previews and stay informed about the latest news and promotions.
- Effortless product onboarding
- Quick access to setup resources
- Product-specific alerts and notifications
- 3D product previews with AR
- Easy product registration and management
- Latest OWC news and updates
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The My OWC app is your all-in-one hub for managing, monitoring, and maximizing your OWC products. Whether you're registering new devices, accessing product guides, or staying up to date with the latest OWC news and promotions, My OWC makes it easy to stay connected. With seamless onboarding, quick access to resources, and real-time notifications for your storage and connectivity devices, My OWC ensures you always get the best performance from your OWC gear. KEY FEATURES • Effortless Onboarding: Set up your OWC products quickly by scanning the My OWC QR code or selecting from an in-app product list. • Quick Start & Setup Resources: Instantly access product manuals, setup instructions, troubleshooting resources, and commonly asked questions. • Product-Specific Alerts: Stay informed with real-time notifications about firmware updates, performance tips, product news, and more. • 3D Product Previews: Use augmented reality to view select OWC products in your own workspace—see how devices will fit before setup. • Easy Product Management: Register your OWC products in seconds to ensure you stay up to date with product specific news and updates. • Stay Updated: Get the latest OWC news, upcoming events, and exclusive updates right in the app. PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY The My OWC app supports a wide range of OWC products, from desktop storage solutions like ThunderBay and ThunderBlade to portable options such as the Express 1M2 and the popular Envoy line. Users can also stay updated on OWC docks and Atlas memory cards. WHY CHOOSE MY OWC? Designed for creators, professionals, and tech enthusiasts, My OWC helps you get the most out of your OWC solutions with intuitive tools, powerful resources, and a seamless user experience. Download today and take control of your OWC products like never before!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: My OWC at 100% against File Explorer Professional's 50%. My OWC also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (4.6 vs 2.9). File Explorer Professional's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On 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
My OWC is free to download; File Explorer Professional costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
My OWC holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My OWC has 36 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of File Explorer Professional's written reviews are positive against 100% of My OWC's.
File Explorer Professional ships an update every 5 weeks, My OWC every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | File Explorer Professional | My OWC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.9 (7 ratings) | 4.6 (36 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 36 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Certchip Corp | OWC |
Customer experience
File Explorer Professional
My OWC
In-app purchases
File Explorer Professional
No in-app purchases
My OWC
No in-app purchases
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