Comparison

File Manager vs ApowerManager

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

ApowerManager

Organize and transfer files between your mobile device and PC with ease. This app allows you to manage photos, music, videos, and contacts, and even includes a photo editor for creative enhancements.

Highlights
  • Manage all file types
  • Transfer files via WiFi or USB
  • Edit photos with filters and effects
  • Built-in music player
  • Delete unwanted data
Features
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ApowerManager is a free file manager app to organize all the files stored on your iPhone or iPad in a simple and clear way. And you can use it to transfer photos, music, videos and other files between mobile device and PC easily. Features: Manage data This file organizer allows you to easily manage all the files, including pictures, videos, music, documents and contacts. With its intuitive interface, you can immediately find the files whenever you need. Additionally, you can delete all the unwanted data with one touch. Transfer files This file transfer app enables you to freely transfer contacts, music, photos and various types of data from iPhone or iPad to PC and vice versa. You can choose to connect your mobile device to the computer either through WiFi or via USB cable. Edit Photos It has an amazing photo editor which empowers you to add interesting filter, effect, mosaic, emoji or text to the images. Besides, you can flip, crop, blur or draw the pictures as you like. And you can even make collage with different photos. Enjoy Music ApowerManager provides you the best experience to enjoy the music. Not only can it show all the songs, including iTunes music, with clear tabs, but also play music according to the order you like with its built-in music player. And you can sort the music or add favorite songs at ease.

Screenshots

File Manager4 screens
ApowerManager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ApowerManager at none against File Manager's 6. ApowerManager also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (329 vs 98). File Manager's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. File Manager sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. ApowerManager asks for nothing beyond the download.

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 329 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of File Manager's written reviews are positive against 81% of ApowerManager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager ships an update every 4 months, ApowerManager every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
File Manager versus ApowerManager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile ManagerApowerManager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (98 ratings) — better4.3 (329 ratings)
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews — better81.2% of reviews
Number of ratings98329 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB53 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer小文 黄Apowersoft Limited

Customer experience

File Manager

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

ApowerManager

All ratings329 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews565 reviews
Positive81.2%
Neutral0.5%
Negative18.2%

Bugs and requests

File Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ApowerManager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes on launch
  • Inability to delete selected files without full deletion
  • Inconsistent performance after updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add default file sharing options
  • Improve music/ringtone management capabilities
  • Expand support for newer iOS versions
  • Introduce a dark mode option

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
None

ApowerManager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Manager free?
File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ApowerManager free?
ApowerManager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, File Manager or ApowerManager?
File Manager is rated higher. File Manager averages 4.5 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while ApowerManager averages 4.3 from 329 ratings.
Do File Manager or ApowerManager have ads?
Neither File Manager nor ApowerManager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Manager or ApowerManager?
File Manager ships an update every 4 months, and ApowerManager every 2 months. Most recently, File Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and ApowerManager on September 20, 2026.

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