Comparison

FileBox vs ReadEW

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

Head to head
About

FileBox

Organize, secure, and manage your local files with powerful tools. This app allows you to create, move, rename, and delete files, while also offering robust privacy features like password protection and hidden file management. It supports various file formats and archive types, making it a comprehensive solution for mobile file management.

Highlights
  • File organization and management
  • Privacy and security features
  • Import and transfer files
  • Browse various file formats
  • Compression and extraction
  • File tagging and smart search
  • App lock with Face ID/Touch ID
Features
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FileBox – Powerful File Manager for iPhone & iPad FileBox is a powerful file manager designed for people who work with files every day. Browse, manage, protect, and organize your files easily on both iPhone and iPad. Fast, secure, and designed for productivity. -------- Core Features File Management Powerful tools to organize your local files effortlessly. • Create folders and files • Rename, copy, move, delete files • View file properties • Manage hidden files • Sort by name, type, size, creation date, or modified date -------- File Privacy & Security Keep sensitive files safe inside FileBox. • Hide private files inside the app • Files are isolated from external access • Optional App password protection • Support Face ID / Touch ID -------- What You Can Do with FileBox Add Files Import or create files easily. • Create folders, text files, photos, and videos inside the app • Import from Photos, Files, or other apps • Transfer files via Wi-Fi between PC and iPhone • Connect with Mac via Finder or iTunes -------- Browse Files View many file formats smoothly. • Office documents and PDF files • Text files such as txt, json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml • High-resolution photos and long screenshots • Built-in efficient media player for audio and video -------- Compression & Extraction Handle archive files easily. • Support ZIP, RAR, 7Z, DMS • Password-protected archives supported -------- File Tags Organize important files faster. • Mark important or frequently used files • Quickly access tagged files -------- Smart Search Find files instantly. • Fast fuzzy search • Multi-keyword search support -------- Hidden Files Keep files out of sight. • Hide files from normal browsing • Show hidden files when needed -------- App Lock Protect your files with security options. • Password lock • Face ID / Touch ID • Custom unlock timeout -------- Super Hidden Mode Advanced privacy protection. Hide all hidden-file related settings so only you know where your private files are stored. -------- More Features • Share panel • Themes • Trash recovery • Unread reminders • Continuous performance improvements -------- Contact & Feedback We love hearing from users. Email: orange_family@icloud.com QQ Group: 611208767 -------- – The following information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Month) 2. Period: 1 Month 3. Price: $0.99 / Month 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/filebox/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Year) 2. Period: 1 Year 3. Price: $8.99 / Year 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/filebox/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html

About

ReadEW

Features
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My Files is a useful file management application. It allows you to add files from your computer as well as your device's library. Feature: + Allow transfer file from the computer into the application. + Select file: Photos, Music, Epub, PDF from computer or Music - Photos Library. + Music player. + Photo editor and share images with your friends. + Create collections to manage your files + Browser for Epub and pdf, txt file, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, mp3, wav, csv… Widgets: - Scan QR code. - Calendar. - Weather. You can use the full function completely for free.

Screenshots

FileBox4 screens
ReadEW4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReadEW at none against FileBox's 2. FileBox's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). 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. FileBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ReadEW asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileBox ships an update every 3 weeks, ReadEW every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FileBox versus ReadEW: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileBoxReadEW
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB76 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperJUNBO JIANguyen Hang

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FileBox

Subscriptions2
  • All Access, Removing Ad$1.991 Month
  • All Access, Removing Ad$14.991 Year
None

ReadEW

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FileBox free?
FileBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ReadEW free?
ReadEW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FileBox or ReadEW have ads?
Both FileBox and ReadEW show ads.
Which is updated more often, FileBox or ReadEW?
FileBox ships an update every 3 weeks, and ReadEW every 11 months. Most recently, FileBox was updated on September 19, 2026 and ReadEW on August 21, 2026.

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