# iKlips vs xDrive Explorer

The clearest difference is rating: iKlips at 4.6 against xDrive Explorer's 2.6. iKlips also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 9%) and ratings volume (4.7K vs 41). xDrive Explorer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iKlips sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. xDrive Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

iKlips holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iKlips has 4.7K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of iKlips's written reviews are positive against 9% of xDrive Explorer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iKlips | xDrive Explorer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iklips/id931739124/reviews)** | [2.6 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xdrive-explorer/id1010598447/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.7K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | **46.9% of reviews** | 8.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 292 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Elements Co., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1051248284) | [Silicon Power Computer & Communications Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/533071565) |

## What reviewers say

### iKlips

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iklips/id931739124)

This app enhances the functionality of a specific external storage device, offering features like file management, automatic backups, and enhanced camera capabilities. It provides robust security and seamless integration with cloud services for easy access and data protection.

**Highlights:** Automatic backup while charging, HEIF to JPG conversion, Enhanced camera with exposure/focus controls, Cloud storage synchronization, Password and Touch ID protection, Split View compatibility, Multi-format media support with subtitles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One  US dollar donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Three US dollar donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ten US dollar donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Thirty US dollars donation | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📷 Easy photo/video transfer
- 💾 Useful external storage
- 🚀 Fast file transfers
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 👍 Simple and intuitive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🔋 Drains device battery
- 📂 Difficulty managing files/folders
- 🤔 Unclear instructions and support

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when connecting device
- Unable to transfer certain file types
- Encrypted folders still show file contents
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS versions
- Backup process sometimes loses data

**Requested features**

- Add support for USB-C devices
- Improve file management capabilities
- Enhance media player functionality
- Provide better documentation and tutorials
- Integrate with more cloud storage services


### xDrive Explorer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xdrive-explorer/id1010598447)

This app allows users to manage files on their SP xDrive Z30 device. Features include backing up camera rolls and contacts, playing media files, and synchronizing data with iOS devices. It also offers file encryption and Dropbox integration.

**Highlights:** Camera roll backup, Contacts backup and restore, Media file playback, File synchronization, File encryption, Dropbox integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iKlips free?

iKlips is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is xDrive Explorer free?

xDrive Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iKlips or xDrive Explorer?

iKlips is rated higher. iKlips averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while xDrive Explorer averages 2.6 from 41 ratings.

### Do iKlips or xDrive Explorer have ads?

Neither iKlips nor xDrive Explorer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iKlips or xDrive Explorer?

iKlips ships an update every 2 months, and xDrive Explorer every 2 months. Most recently, iKlips was updated on October 14, 2026 and xDrive Explorer on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*