Comparison

File Explorer vs Zip Extractor

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

Head to head
About

File Explorer

Organize, view, and protect your important files on your iPhone or iPad. Easily transfer files via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or iCloud, and preview various document types. Secure your data with passcode protection.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi file transfer
  • Bluetooth file exchange
  • iCloud file management
  • Multi-format file preview
  • Passcode protection
  • File compression
Features
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File Explorer is the privacy app to organize and view all your files on your iPhone or iPad. Always have your important files with you, protect your privacy perfectly file. Features: * Upload/download files by using web browser in computer via Wifi connection. And you can enable http access password to protect the privacy * Exchange files with other iDevices (having Share installed in the device) via BLUETOOTH. NOTE: no WIFI or 3G connection needed in this scenario and no extra fees. * Upload/download files to iCloud * Quick preview many kind of files (music, video, documents, PDF, images) * Open files in other apps and vise versa * Create/delete/move/rename operations are all supported * Compress files and send them via email * App could be protected by passcode √ Upload/download files via iTunes √ Easy WiFi Transfer √ Import from Photo App(Camera Roll) √ In App Camera √ Bluetooth Transfer between Devices(Both devices must install iVault) We value the user experience of every customer, but we cannot respond to you based on your comments. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding usage, please feel free to contact our customer service email at any time AppDev365@gmail.com Contact us and we will do our best to provide you with services.

About

Zip Extractor

Easily create and extract compressed files on your iPhone. Supports various formats like ZIP, RAR, and 7Z, with options for password protection and cloud integration. Manage documents, photos, and videos efficiently.

Highlights
  • Create ZIP files
  • Unzip RAR and 7Z files
  • Password-protected ZIP creation
  • Import/export from cloud storage
  • Preview multiple file types
  • Add files to existing archives
Features
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Zip Extractor: Zip & Unzip lets you create ZIP files and unzip compressed files quickly and securely on your iPhone. If you need a simple app to create ZIP files, open ZIP files, unzip RAR, or extract 7Z files, this app gives you everything in one clean and easy interface. Whether you’re sharing documents, organizing photos, or opening downloaded archive files, Zip Extractor makes file management simple. Key Features * Create ZIP files from documents, photos, and videos * Create password-protected ZIP files with AES encryption (Pro) * Unzip ZIP files, including encrypted ZIP archives * Unzip RAR files and extract 7Z files easily * Open compressed files like ZIPX, TAR, ISO, GZIP, and more * Preview files such as PDF, DOC, XLS, PPT, TXT, JPG, PNG, GIF, audio, and video * Import and export files from iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Box * Add files to existing ZIP archives * Share ZIP files and extracted content via AirDrop, Mail, or Messages * Save extracted photos directly to your Photo Album * Convert HEIC images to JPG (Pro) * Print documents directly from the app * Transfer files using iTunes File Sharing Why Choose Zip Extractor? * Simple and easy to use * Fast ZIP creation and extraction * Secure file protection with AES encryption * Supports popular formats like ZIP, RAR, and 7Z * Reliable performance for daily file management Download now and create ZIP files, unzip archives, and open compressed files easily on your iPhone.

Screenshots

File Explorer4 screens
Zip Extractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: File Explorer at 65% against Zip Extractor's 0%. File Explorer also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (79 vs 3). Zip Extractor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, 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. File Explorer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Zip Extractor asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

File Explorer holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: File Explorer has 79 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of File Explorer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Zip Extractor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Explorer ships an update every 3 months, Zip Extractor every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
File Explorer versus Zip Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile ExplorerZip Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (79 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews65.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings79 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer农 葛Vishalbhai Vaghasiya

Customer experience

File Explorer

All ratings79 ratings
Positive67.1%
Neutral12.7%
Negative20.3%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive65.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative30.0%

Zip Extractor

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

File Explorer

One-time2
  • Remove advertisement$0.99
  • Vedio Player$1.99
None

Zip Extractor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Explorer free?
File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zip Extractor free?
Zip Extractor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, File Explorer or Zip Extractor?
File Explorer is rated higher. File Explorer averages 3.9 out of 5 from 79 ratings, while Zip Extractor averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do File Explorer or Zip Extractor have ads?
Both File Explorer and Zip Extractor show ads.
Which is updated more often, File Explorer or Zip Extractor?
File Explorer ships an update every 3 months, and Zip Extractor every 13 months. Most recently, File Explorer was updated on November 1, 2026 and Zip Extractor on November 3, 2026.

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