# File Manager vs ScrollType

File Manager and ScrollType both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of File Manager's written reviews are positive against 40% of ScrollType's. ScrollType's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for File Manager against 4.5 for ScrollType. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 98 and 240 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of File Manager's written reviews are positive against 40% of ScrollType's.

File Manager ships an update every 4 months, ScrollType every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | File Manager | ScrollType |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346/reviews) | **[4.5 (240 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolltype-watch-keyboard/id1546511710/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 98 | **240** |
| Positive reviews | **84.5% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小文 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/490328393) | [Samantha Chang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517746714) |

## What reviewers say

### File Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-manager-exchange-files/id878142346)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| To remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| File Transfer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Password Service | $0.99 | one-time |
| Simple Vedio | $0.99 | one-time |
| Encryption Compression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Text Search | $0.99 | one-time |


### ScrollType

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolltype-watch-keyboard/id1546511710)

Type messages on your Apple Watch with an intuitive scrolling keyboard. Features large, easily tappable characters and a multi-line text area for easy reading and editing. Ideal for quick communication, especially for kids texting parents.

**Highlights:** Scrolling keyboard input, Large, tappable characters, Multi-line text area, Digital Crown speed control, Access to capitals, numbers, symbols, Dictation and scribble integration, Watch face complication

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is File Manager free?

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

### Is ScrollType free?

ScrollType is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, File Manager or ScrollType?

ScrollType is rated higher. File Manager averages 4.5 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while ScrollType averages 4.5 from 240 ratings.

### Do File Manager or ScrollType have ads?

Neither File Manager nor ScrollType shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, File Manager or ScrollType?

File Manager ships an update every 4 months, and ScrollType every 3 weeks. Most recently, File Manager was updated on October 20, 2026 and ScrollType on October 14, 2026.

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