Comparison

File Manager vs eFiles

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

Head to head
About

File Manager

Easily exchange files and folders between multiple mobile devices wirelessly. Monitor transfer progress, open files directly within the app, and manage your local file system. Supports various file types and offers customization options for a personalized experience.

Highlights
  • Exchange files and folders between multiple phones
  • View transfer progress
  • Open files within the app
  • Upload files via Wi-Fi (HTTP/FTP)
  • Record voice and video
  • Edit file system (create, move, delete)
  • Share files via email and social media
Features
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Features: 1.You can exchange files and folders between multiple phones! 2.You can view the progress of the transfer , so that a better understanding of the transmission 3.You can open the file within the application or use other applications ! ------------- Functions: *You can upload learning materials to the local on the computer via wifi, support http and ftp two upload ways. The file system supports txt, pdf, chm, mp3,zip, gif, png, html ... *You can record voice, recorded video , guided albums, pictures, compressed files on the file system. *You can edit the file system , support for new file , folder ; support the move, and delete files and folders . *You can control the background image and color, and dial-up voice, text color and shadow, background animation, switch interface animation, the number and the order of the main interface of the tab bar to create your personalized address book . *You can share code by Email,Weibo,Twitter,Facebook. *You can use the counter,light in the Setting tab. *Sliding around to switch tabs or off the interface , giving you a more intimate operating experience .

About

eFiles

This app offers comprehensive file management, media playback, and private browsing. It provides robust security features like password and biometric locks, along with convenient file transfer and compression tools. Customize your experience with themes and interface arrangements.

Highlights
  • Password and biometric file protection
  • Private browsing with history management
  • Built-in media player for music and video
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth file transfer
  • ZIP and RAR compression/decompression
  • Customizable interface and themes
Features
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eFiles is the all-in-one file manager for iPhone and iPad: browse, edit, and share every file type, connect to cloud drives and network servers, and play your media — all from one fast, private app. - FILE MANAGEMENT Browse files in list or grid view. Sort by name, size, type, or date. Rename, copy, move, compress, and delete with ease. Organize with color tags and find anything instantly. Jump back into recent files with a single tap. - CLOUD & NETWORK STORAGE Connect Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive directly in the app. Access FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and SMB servers as if they were local. Transfer files wirelessly between your iPhone and computer over Wi-Fi. - PRIVATE WEB BROWSER A fast, built-in browser with multiple tabs, bookmarks, dark mode, native ad blocking, a custom user agent, and one-tap downloads straight into your files. - MEDIA PLAYER Play music and videos without leaving the app. Edit song metadata (title, album, artist, cover art), trim audio with a precise waveform editor, and auto-fetch track info from iTunes. - BUILT-IN EDITORS Text editor with syntax highlighting for 30+ programming languages Image editor — crop, rotate, filters, brightness PDF annotation — underline, notes, freehand drawing Document scanner with filters and instant PDF export - STORAGE INSIGHTS See exactly what's taking up space with a visual breakdown by category. Tap any category to manage those files instantly. - PRIVACY & SECURITY Lock the app with a passcode. Your files stay on your device — not on our servers. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just tired of juggling five different apps to manage your files, eFiles brings everything together in one place. Download eFiles today and take control of your files.

Screenshots

File Manager4 screens
eFiles4 screens

Verdict

The call

File Manager and eFiles both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of File Manager's written reviews are positive against 25% of eFiles's. File Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. File Manager sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and eFiles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

File Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 98 and 58 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of File Manager's written reviews are positive against 25% of eFiles's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager ships an update every 4 months, eFiles every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
File Manager versus eFiles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile ManagereFiles
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (98 ratings) — better4.3 (58 ratings)
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings98 — better58
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB153 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developer小文 黄Eyermin Colon Sanchez

Customer experience

File Manager

All ratings98 ratings
Positive82.7%
Neutral10.2%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral6.9%
Negative8.6%

eFiles

All ratings57 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

File Manager

One-time6
  • To remove ads$0.99
  • File Transfer$0.99
  • Password Service$0.99
Show 3 more
  • Simple Vedio$0.99
  • Encryption Compression$0.99
  • Text Search$0.99
1 purchases

eFiles

One-time1
  • eFiles Full Version$3.99

Questions

Is File Manager free?
File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is eFiles free?
eFiles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, File Manager or eFiles?
File Manager is rated higher. File Manager averages 4.5 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while eFiles averages 4.3 from 58 ratings.
Do File Manager or eFiles have ads?
eFiles shows ads; File Manager does not.
Which is updated more often, File Manager or eFiles?
File Manager ships an update every 4 months, and eFiles every 2 months. Most recently, File Manager was updated on November 1, 2026 and eFiles on November 2, 2026.

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