Comparison

The Video Converter vs File Conversion Tools

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

Head to head
About

The Video Converter

Easily transform video and audio files into a wide range of formats like MP4, MOV, and MP3. Select your input, choose an output, and convert in seconds. Save, share, or view your converted files directly from the app.

Highlights
  • Convert to MP4, MOV, MP3, and more
  • Supports dozens of input and output formats
  • Fast conversion in seconds
  • Save, share, or open converted files
  • In-app file browser
  • Cloud-based and local conversion options
Features
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Quickly convert your videos to nearly any video or audio format! 1. Select your input file 2. Choose your output format ( MP4, MP3, AVI, M4A etc. ) 3. Convert! It will only take a few seconds. 4. Save your file, or open it in your favorite app! Here are the video and audio output formats you can choose from: MP4, MP3, WEBM, GIF, MOV, WMV, 3G2, AAC, AVI, FLAC, FLV, M4A, MKV, WAV, MPG You can convert from dozens of input formats, here are some of the most popular formats we support converting from: MOV, MP4, WEBM, M4A, AVI, TS, MTF, GIF, WMV, MP3, MKV MPG, 3GP and many more! Save, Share or View your converted videos in your favorite apps immediately. You can even browse your previously converted files with our in-app file browser. After conversion, you can immediately AirDrop your files right to your Mac or another device. Conversions usually take less than 15 seconds! Conversion is done on a secure cloud server, which makes conversion easier, faster and much more battery-friendly. You must have an internet connection to use this app. Files are immediately deleted from the server after conversion. While the files are immediately deleted after conversion or cancellation, you should be aware that by using this app, you agree that your files will be sent over to internet from the app to the conversion server. We've also recently added support for local conversions for many popular conversion types. These conversions don't require a server, and are usually done almost instantly! We are continuing to add support for more local conversions with each update. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium Pass): Premium Pass beings with a free trial period, then an auto-renewable monthly subscription when trial ends. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://float.support/the-video-converter/privacy Terms of Use: https://float.support/the-video-converter/terms

About

File Conversion Tools

This utility app allows users to convert a wide range of file types, including documents, music, eBooks, and images. It supports numerous target formats and offers advanced options like PDF password protection and metadata removal from images.

Highlights
  • Convert music to multiple audio formats
  • Convert documents to DOC, PDF, XLS, PPT, and more
  • Convert eBooks to EPUB, MOBI, PDF, and other formats
  • Lock and unlock PDFs with password protection
  • Convert documents to images
  • Remove image metadata including GPS data
Features
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The File Conversion Tool converts documents, songs, eBooks, and other files using the www.conversion-tool.com tools backend service. Web: https://www.conversion-tool.com ## Target formats ## - Convert music to: AAC, AIFF, FLAC, M4A, MP2, MP3, OGG, OPUS, RA, WAV, WMA. - Change the frequency of music, for instance from 440Hz to 432Hz. - Change the pitch and speed (tempo) of music independently. - Convert MIDI files to high quality MP3, WAV, and M4A. - Convert websites to PDF. - Convert documents to DOC, DOCX (Microsoft Word), ODT (Open Document Text), HTML, PDF, PPT, PPTX (PowerPoint), ODP (Open Document Presentation), RTF, TXT, XLS, XLSX (Excel), ODS (Open Document Spreesheet). - Convert eBooks to ARW, EPUB, FB2 (Hanlin), HTML, LIT, LRF (Sony), MOBI, OEB, PDB (Palm), PDF, PML, RB, RTF, SNB, TCR, TXT, and TXT compressed. - Lock PDFs (add password protection, add print/edit/annotation/copy protections). - Unlock PDFs. - Convert documents (doc, pdf, xls, etc.) to images (jpg, png, etc.). - Convert HEIC/HEIF images. - Remove EXIF/XMP and other metadata tags from images (including GPS location data).

Screenshots

The Video Converter4 screens
File Conversion Tools3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: The Video Converter at 4.5 against File Conversion Tools's 2.0. The Video Converter also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 7) and review sentiment (28% vs 17%). File Conversion Tools's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, 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. The Video Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. File Conversion Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Video Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Video Converter has 10K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of The Video Converter's written reviews are positive against 17% of File Conversion Tools's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Video Converter ships an update every 4 months, File Conversion Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
The Video Converter versus File Conversion Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Video ConverterFile Conversion Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (10K ratings) — better2.0 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings10K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.610.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFloat Tech, LLCHarald Meyer

Customer experience

The Video Converter

All ratings10,010 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral2.4%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews419 reviews
Positive28.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative69.0%

File Conversion Tools

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

Bugs and requests

The Video Converter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Conversion fails for larger files
  • Incompatibility with certain video formats
  • Corrupted output files

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bulk file conversion
  • More video format support
  • Option to adjust output quality
  • Background conversion

File Conversion Tools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

The Video Converter

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Pass$1.991 Month
  • Premium Pass7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Pass3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime Pass$6.99
  • Lifetime Pass$12.99
  • Lifetime Pass Promo$29.99
None

File Conversion Tools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Video Converter free?
The Video Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is File Conversion Tools free?
File Conversion Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Video Converter or File Conversion Tools?
The Video Converter is rated higher. The Video Converter averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while File Conversion Tools averages 2.0 from 7 ratings.
Do The Video Converter or File Conversion Tools have ads?
Neither The Video Converter nor File Conversion Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Video Converter or File Conversion Tools?
The Video Converter ships an update every 4 months, and File Conversion Tools every 3 weeks. Most recently, The Video Converter was updated on October 22, 2026 and File Conversion Tools on October 6, 2026.

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