Comparison

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi vs DataLock

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

Head to head
About

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi

Easily transfer files between your iPhone/iPad and computer using WiFi, USB, cloud storage, or email. Secure your private files with password-protected folders. Supports multiple cloud services for seamless file management.

Highlights
  • WiFi file transfer
  • USB file transfer
  • Cloud storage integration (Dropbox, Google Drive)
  • Email attachments support
  • Password-protected folders
  • Batch uploads/downloads
Features
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+ 4 Transfer Methods (1)- WiFi: No data line, no OS limit, and no need to install additional applications on your desktop PC. All you need is an ordinary web browser in order to connect via WiFi to your iPhone for file uploads or downloads. No more worries about frequent data cable use shortening your battery's natural lifespan. Batch uploads are also supported. (2)- USB: No need for Internet connection. iPhone data line and iTunes are enough to transfer files. (3)- Online virtual disk: You can exchange files with Dropbox, GoogleDocs, etc. by using a unified interface, and manipulating remote files as if they were local. Batch uploads and downloads are also supported. (4)- Email: Not only can you send your files as email attachments, but you can also open the email attachments you receive. What's more, zipped attachments can be unzipped. (Select an attachment, and then select the “Open As ...” menu) + File Protection You can create multiple folders, and set passwords for them if necessary to store your private files. (Warning: Password-protected folders transferred via USB can be accessed on a desktop PC without the password) SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS - FTP - HTTP - BOX - DropBox - Microsoft One Drive - Google Drive

About

DataLock

Secure your sensitive data with a Bluetooth-enabled USB drive. This app allows you to unlock your drive using your iPhone or Apple Watch with multiple authentication options for enhanced protection.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth authentication
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Lock/unlock USB drives
  • Supports Flash, HDD/SDD drives
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Features
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Note: Requires purchase of a DataLock® BT Secured USB drive. DataLock BT Technology (by ClevX) enables customers to use their iPhone or Apple Watch to authenticate user for access to the drive via Bluetooth Smart®. Multilayer user-authentication is available via: phone, phone + PIN, or phone + PIN + User ID/location/time. The DataLock app allows users to lock/unlock their DataLock BT drives (Flash, HDD/SDD) to keep their personal and business information protected. Multiple-factor authentication is supported. DataLock BT drives can be used with any host OS (i.e., Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome, etc.) and any devices (computers, medical devices, TVs, DVDs, cars, printers, scanners, projectors, etc.) that have a standard USB port. DataLock BT requires no software preloaded on the drives.

Screenshots

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi3 screens
DataLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DataLock at 5.0 against USB Transfer Files Over WiFi's 1.6. DataLock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 25 months). USB Transfer Files Over WiFi's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. USB Transfer Files Over WiFi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DataLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DataLock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi ships an update every 25 months, DataLock every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi versus DataLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Transfer Files Over WiFiDataLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (7 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTam NguyenCLEVX, LLC

Customer experience

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi

All ratings7 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DataLock

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

USB Transfer Files Over WiFi

One-time1
  • USB Over WiFi Pro$1.99
None

DataLock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is USB Transfer Files Over WiFi free?
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DataLock free?
DataLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, USB Transfer Files Over WiFi or DataLock?
DataLock is rated higher. USB Transfer Files Over WiFi averages 1.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DataLock averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do USB Transfer Files Over WiFi or DataLock have ads?
Neither USB Transfer Files Over WiFi nor DataLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, USB Transfer Files Over WiFi or DataLock?
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi ships an update every 25 months, and DataLock every 2 months. Most recently, USB Transfer Files Over WiFi was updated on November 1, 2026 and DataLock on November 1, 2026.

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