# Browser and Documents Manager vs Float

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Browser and Documents Manager at none against Float's 11. Browser and Documents Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (123K vs 8.9K). Float's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (64% vs 51%). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Float sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Browser and Documents Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Browser and Documents Manager against 4.7 for Float. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Browser and Documents Manager has 123K ratings behind it against 8.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 51% of Browser and Documents Manager's written reviews are positive against 64% of Float's.

Browser and Documents Manager ships an update every 3 months, Float every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Browser and Documents Manager | Float |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (123K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/browser-and-documents-manager/id979401801/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-video-saver/id1593315967/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **123K** | 8.9K |
| Positive reviews | 50.8% of reviews | **63.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Download Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/979401800) | [FloatFly Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1593315969) |

## What reviewers say

### Browser and Documents Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/browser-and-documents-manager/id979401801)

Manage and browse files and documents on your iOS device with a powerful download manager and web browser. Organize documents, extract archives, and work with over 100 formats. Supports iCloud, Camera Roll, and iTunes file sharing.

**Highlights:** Full-featured download manager, Web browser with multiple tabs, File organization and editing, Extract zip archives, Support for over 100 file formats, iCloud and iTunes file sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Versatile for downloading various content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Excessive ads and pop-ups
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔇 Audio playback issues
- 🔍 Unreliable search and download functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Passcode and Face ID features not working as expected
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent download and playback performance

**Requested features**

- Ability to download YouTube videos
- Background audio playback
- Customizable music playlists
- Improved ad-free experience


### Float

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/float-video-saver/id1593315967)

This app allows you to download videos, music, and images from various websites. It also features a Picture-in-Picture player, playlist support, folder creation, password protection, and conversion to music. A built-in VPN with global servers enhances security and anonymity.

**Highlights:** Video, music, and image downloader, Picture-in-Picture (PiP) player, Video playlist support, Folder creation and password lock, Convert video to music, Built-in VPN with global servers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Quarter Subscription | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 💡 Useful features like video/audio editing
- 🔒 Effective VPN

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔋 Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Intrusive ads

**Reported bugs**

- Download failures or limitations
- Compatibility issues with certain websites/platforms
- Unreliable VPN connection

**Requested features**

- Ability to download higher quality videos
- More flexible subscription options
- Improved video/audio playback
- Better organization and file management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Browser and Documents Manager free?

Browser and Documents Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Float free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Browser and Documents Manager or Float?

Float is rated higher. Browser and Documents Manager averages 4.6 out of 5 from 123K ratings, while Float averages 4.7 from 8.9K ratings.

### Do Browser and Documents Manager or Float have ads?

Float shows ads; Browser and Documents Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, Browser and Documents Manager or Float?

Browser and Documents Manager ships an update every 3 months, and Float every 4 days. Most recently, Browser and Documents Manager was updated on October 13, 2026 and Float on October 13, 2026.

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