FileMate vs eFiles
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FileMate
This app is a powerful local file manager that allows you to browse, organize, and protect your documents, photos, and videos. It offers robust privacy features like file hiding and password protection, along with convenient file transfer and archive management.
- Local file management
- Photo and video vault
- File hiding and password protection
- WiFi and iTunes file transfer
- Archive and extract (7z, rar, zip)
- File search and marking
- Customizable themes
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FileMate – Local File Manager FileMate is a powerful local file manager for iPhone that helps you easily manage, browse, transfer, and protect files. View documents, photos, videos, and archives in one place. Keep your private files safe with built-in privacy protection and password lock. Simple, fast, and designed for everyday file management. -------- Core Features File Browser Quickly view and preview many file types: • Office documents and PDF files • Text files: txt, json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml • High-resolution images and long screenshots • Audio and video playback with an efficient media player -------- File Manager Powerful tools to organize your files: • Create folders and files • Rename, copy, move, and delete files • View file attributes • Hide files for privacy Sort files by name, type, time, or size. -------- Privacy Protection Protect your private files inside the app. • Hide sensitive files • Files remain isolated from other apps • Optional password protection -------- Key Functions Add Files Add files to FileMate in multiple ways: • Create folders, text files, photos, and videos directly in the app • Import files from Photos, Files, or other apps • Transfer files between PC and iPhone via WiFi • Transfer files between Mac and iPhone using Finder or iTunes -------- Archive & Extract FileMate supports common archive formats: • 7z • rar • zip • tar Password-protected archives are supported. -------- File Search Quickly find files using: • Fuzzy search • Multi-keyword search -------- File Marking Mark important files for faster access and display them in custom sorting views. -------- Hidden Files Private files can be set as hidden. Hidden files are not shown by default and can be revealed when needed. -------- Password Lock Protect access to the app: • App password lock • Face ID / Touch ID unlock • Custom authentication timeout settings -------- Super Hidden Mode Hide all settings related to hidden files so only you know these features exist. -------- Additional Features Sharing Panel • Import files into the app in batches • Share files to other apps Theme Settings • Customize themes • Adjust folder style, menus, and text size Unread Reminder • Set reminder times for unread files -------- Contact & Feedback If you have any questions or suggestions about the product, please feel free to contact us. Email: orange_family@icloud.com QQ group: 398168949 -------- [Auto-renewable subscription service] 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Month) 2. Period: 1 Month 3. Price: $0.99 / Month 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html 1. Service: All Access, Removing Ad (1 Year) 2. Period: 1 Year 3. Price: $9.99 / Year 4. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase 5. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period 6. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal 7. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase 8. Terms of Use: http://www.orangestall.com/folder/subscription.html 9. Privacy Policy: http://www.orangestall.com/legal/privacy.html
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: FileMate at 75% against eFiles's 25%. FileMate also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. FileMate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and eFiles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FileMate holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMate has 378 ratings behind it against 57, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of FileMate's written reviews are positive against 25% of eFiles's.
FileMate ships an update every 2 weeks, eFiles every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FileMate | eFiles |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (378 ratings) — better | 4.3 (57 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 378 — better | 57 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 145 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | JUNBO JIA | Eyermin Colon Sanchez |
Customer experience
FileMate
eFiles
Bugs and requests
FileMate
Reported bugs
14 issues- Videos don’t play audio
- Files can be accessed by other apps
- Videos play without sound
- MKV files not playable
- MP4 file play without sound
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- Thumbnail blank, video black screen with sound
- Import photos not working after update
- Sharing files not working after update
- More ads than before
- Full-screen ads
- Shake to hide doesn't jump out of hidden directories
- App stays in background for a long time without being killed
- Single directory with over 5000 images causes crash
- Basic functions removed after update
Requested features
20 requests- Provide multiple purchase options
- Add Face ID and Touch ID for hidden files
- Improve file viewer features (thumbnails, playlists, adjustments)
- Add folder locking to prevent accidental deletion
- Implement folder download from PC
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- Display folder space usage and phone storage remaining
- Add file property viewing
- Improve handling of large numbers of images in a directory
- Add reverse sorting option
- Improve batch selection for importing files
- Allow font size adjustment
- Add progress bar for document viewing
- Enhance support for landscape mode
- Add manual language selection
- Allow password lock on shake to hide feature
- Improve video playback (swipe to next, no sound issue)
- Auto-hide hidden items after a period of inactivity
- Fix import photos issue
- Fix sharing files issue
- Fix more ads than before
eFiles
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FileMate
- All Access, Removing Ad$3.991 Month
- All Access, Removing Ad$34.991 Year
- Removing Ad$9.99
- Theme, Folder and Night Mode$9.99
- Passcode Lock$9.99
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- Super Hidden$9.99
- All Features & Removing Ad$149.99
eFiles
- eFiles Full Version$3.99







