File Manager$ vs Unzip Files
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
File Manager$
Easily exchange files and folders between multiple phones wirelessly. View transfer progress, open files within the app, and manage your local file system. Supports various file types and offers customization options for a personalized experience.
- Wireless file and folder exchange between phones
- View transfer progress
- Open files within the app
- Upload files via WiFi (HTTP/FTP)
- Edit file system (create, move, delete)
- Personalize interface and appearance
- Share code via email and social media
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Features: 1.You can exchange files and folders between multiple phones! 2.You can view the progress of the transfer , so that a better understanding of the transmission 3.You can open the file within the application or use other applications ! ------------- Functions: *You can upload learning materials to the local on the computer via wifi, support http and ftp two upload ways. The file system supports txt, pdf, chm, mp3,zip, gif, png, html ... *You can record voice, recorded video , guided albums, pictures, compressed files on the file system. *You can edit the file system , support for new file , folder ; support the move, and delete files and folders . *You can control the background image and color, and dial-up voice, text color and shadow, background animation, switch interface animation, the number and the order of the main interface of the tab bar to create your personalized address book . *You can share code by Email,Weibo,Twitter,Facebook. *You can use the counter,light in the Setting tab. *Sliding around to switch tabs or off the interface , giving you a more intimate operating experience .
Unzip Files
Easily extract and compress various archive formats like ZIP, RAR, and 7z directly on your iPhone or iPad. This app offers a built-in file manager, PDF tools, and media conversion capabilities, all while keeping your data secure on-device.
- Extract ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ
- Compress files into ZIP with password protection
- Preview files within archives
- Built-in file manager
- Convert images/text to PDF
- Compress/convert media files
- Apple Watch companion app
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ZIP, RAR, and 7z attachments from email, cloud drives, or chat apps open straight on your iPhone or iPad. Unzip supports ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, and XZ—browse folders, preview files, extract what you need, zip items back up, and manage everything in one place. Extract and compress Open archives from the Files app, AirDrop, or any share sheet. Pick files or folders to extract, or pack selections into ZIP with optional AES password protection. Encrypted archives ask for a password (some encrypted 7z variants are not supported yet). Browse without extracting Preview photos and documents inside an archive before unpacking. Extract only the files you need and save time and storage. File manager built in Move, copy, rename, favorite, and sort. Preview photos, videos, audio, and documents. Edit plain text, read TXT or EPUB books, and play media without leaving the app. Transfer files your way Send large files with QR codes, nearby Bluetooth, or AirDrop. Optional Face ID app lock adds another layer for sensitive folders. PDF and media tools Turn images or text into PDF, merge or compress PDFs, add watermarks and signatures. On-device OCR keeps recognition local. Compress or convert photos, videos, and audio to save space. Apple Watch companion Check compress and extract progress and recent history on your watch. Tap to open the file on your iPhone. No account required. Your files stay in the on-device sandbox, protected by iOS encryption. Uninstalling the app removes local data. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Unzip Files at Free against File Manager$'s $2.99. Unzip Files also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). File Manager$'s advantage is ratings volume (20 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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
Unzip Files is free to download; File Manager$ costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Unzip Files holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Manager$ has 20 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
File Manager$ ships an update every 9 months, Unzip Files every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | File Manager$ | Unzip Files |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (20 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 20 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 小文 黄 | 伟祥 陈 |
Customer experience
File Manager$
Unzip Files
In-app purchases
File Manager$
No in-app purchases
Unzip Files
No in-app purchases
