Comparison

NAS File Explorer vs eFiles

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

Head to head
About

NAS File Explorer

Browse and manage files stored on your NAS directly from your mobile device. This free application provides a convenient way to access your network-attached storage.

Highlights
  • Browse NAS files
  • Manage NAS files
  • Mobile access
  • Free to use
Features
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The free NAS File Explorer app is the perfect solution for browsing and managing files stored on your NAS when using your mobile device.

About

eFiles

This app offers comprehensive file management, media playback, and private browsing. It provides robust security features like password and biometric locks, along with convenient file transfer and compression tools. Customize your experience with themes and interface arrangements.

Highlights
  • Password and biometric file protection
  • Private browsing with history management
  • Built-in media player for music and video
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth file transfer
  • ZIP and RAR compression/decompression
  • Customizable interface and themes
Features
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eFiles is the all-in-one file manager for iPhone and iPad: browse, edit, and share every file type, connect to cloud drives and network servers, and play your media — all from one fast, private app. - FILE MANAGEMENT Browse files in list or grid view. Sort by name, size, type, or date. Rename, copy, move, compress, and delete with ease. Organize with color tags and find anything instantly. Jump back into recent files with a single tap. - CLOUD & NETWORK STORAGE Connect Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive directly in the app. Access FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and SMB servers as if they were local. Transfer files wirelessly between your iPhone and computer over Wi-Fi. - PRIVATE WEB BROWSER A fast, built-in browser with multiple tabs, bookmarks, dark mode, native ad blocking, a custom user agent, and one-tap downloads straight into your files. - MEDIA PLAYER Play music and videos without leaving the app. Edit song metadata (title, album, artist, cover art), trim audio with a precise waveform editor, and auto-fetch track info from iTunes. - BUILT-IN EDITORS Text editor with syntax highlighting for 30+ programming languages Image editor — crop, rotate, filters, brightness PDF annotation — underline, notes, freehand drawing Document scanner with filters and instant PDF export - STORAGE INSIGHTS See exactly what's taking up space with a visual breakdown by category. Tap any category to manage those files instantly. - PRIVACY & SECURITY Lock the app with a passcode. Your files stay on your device — not on our servers. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just tired of juggling five different apps to manage your files, eFiles brings everything together in one place. Download eFiles today and take control of your files.

Screenshots

NAS File Explorer3 screens
eFiles4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: eFiles at 4.3 against NAS File Explorer's 2.4. eFiles also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 18 months) and review sentiment (25% vs 13%). NAS File Explorer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. eFiles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NAS File Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eFiles holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 57 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of NAS File Explorer's written reviews are positive against 25% of eFiles's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NAS File Explorer ships an update every 18 months, eFiles every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
NAS File Explorer versus eFiles: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNAS File ExplorereFiles
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (13 ratings)4.3 (57 ratings) — better
Positive reviews12.5% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1357 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB153 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperWooi Kiang CheahEyermin Colon Sanchez

Customer experience

NAS File Explorer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative58.3%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive12.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative81.3%

eFiles

All ratings57 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

NAS File Explorer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

eFiles

One-time1
  • eFiles Full Version$3.99

Questions

Is NAS File Explorer free?
NAS File Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is eFiles free?
eFiles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NAS File Explorer or eFiles?
eFiles is rated higher. NAS File Explorer averages 2.4 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while eFiles averages 4.3 from 57 ratings.
Do NAS File Explorer or eFiles have ads?
eFiles shows ads; NAS File Explorer does not.
Which is updated more often, NAS File Explorer or eFiles?
NAS File Explorer ships an update every 18 months, and eFiles every 2 months. Most recently, NAS File Explorer was updated on October 7, 2026 and eFiles on October 9, 2026.

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