Comparison

File Manager vs Aranchor Mobile

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

Aranchor Mobile

This app provides instant field access to project images and documentation via an intuitive VR interface. It supports various GIS formats and offers time-lapse visualization for progress tracking. Cloud storage and real-time collaboration are available, along with mobile AR solutions for on-the-go connectivity.

Highlights
  • GIS format import (GeoTIFF, Shapefile, GeoJSON, KML)
  • VR interface for field access
  • Time-lapse project progress visualization
  • Cloud-based storage and collaboration
  • Mobile AR solutions
Features
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Support for GIS Formats: Import Geotiff and vector shapefiles, GeoJSON, KML, KMZ, and more. Instant Field Access: Access all project images and documentation seamlessly through our intuitive VR interface, ensuring no detail is overlooked. Time-Lapse Visualization: Effortlessly track project progress with our time-lapse feature, visualizing changes over time. Cloud-Based Storage & Collaboration: Store and access project data securely from anywhere, with real-time team collaboration. Mobile Compatibility: Stay connected on-the-go with our mobile AR solutions.

Screenshots

File Manager4 screens
Aranchor Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Aranchor Mobile at 5.0 against File Manager's 4.5. Aranchor Mobile also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). File Manager's advantage is ratings volume (98 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Aranchor Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aranchor Mobile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager has 98 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Manager ships an update every 4 months, Aranchor Mobile fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
File Manager versus Aranchor Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile ManagerAranchor Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (98 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings98 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB17 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer小文 黄3K Building Services, Inc.

Customer experience

File Manager

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

Aranchor Mobile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
None

Aranchor Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Manager free?
File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aranchor Mobile free?
Aranchor Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, File Manager or Aranchor Mobile?
Aranchor Mobile is rated higher. File Manager averages 4.5 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while Aranchor Mobile averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do File Manager or Aranchor Mobile have ads?
Neither File Manager nor Aranchor Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Manager or Aranchor Mobile?
File Manager ships an update every 4 months, and Aranchor Mobile fortnightly. Most recently, File Manager was updated on October 29, 2026 and Aranchor Mobile on October 24, 2026.

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