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.
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.
- WiFi file transfer
- USB file transfer
- Cloud storage integration (Dropbox, Google Drive)
- Email attachments support
- Password-protected folders
- Batch uploads/downloads
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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
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.
- Bluetooth authentication
- Multi-factor authentication
- Lock/unlock USB drives
- Supports Flash, HDD/SDD drives
- Cross-platform compatibility
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. USB Transfer Files Over WiFi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DataLock asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi ships an update every 25 months, DataLock every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | USB Transfer Files Over WiFi | DataLock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.6 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tam Nguyen | CLEVX, LLC |
Customer experience
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi
DataLock
In-app purchases
USB Transfer Files Over WiFi
- USB Over WiFi Pro$1.99
DataLock
No in-app purchases
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