# FileMate vs Copy My Data

The clearest difference is ads: Copy My Data at none against FileMate's shown. Copy My Data also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). FileMate's advantage is ratings volume (382 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FileMate sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Copy My Data sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Copy My Data holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMate has 382 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FileMate ships an update every 2 weeks, Copy My Data daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FileMate | Copy My Data |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (382 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filemate/id983467956/reviews) | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/copy-my-data-secure-folder/id6593665810/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **382** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 94 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JUNBO JIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893935666) | [Huong Thuy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760079002) |

## What reviewers say

### FileMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filemate/id983467956)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access, Removing Ad | $3.99 | per month |
| All Access, Removing Ad | $34.99 | per year |
| Removing Ad | $9.99 | one-time |
| Theme, Folder and Night Mode | $9.99 | one-time |
| Passcode Lock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Hidden | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Features & Removing Ad | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 All projects in one place
- 👍 Few ads, good folder app
- 👍 Good customization options
- 👍 Real-time video playback
- 👍 Easy to use and access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Too many prompts
- 👎 Limited file viewers
- 👎 Videos don’t play audio
- 👎 Ads are annoying
- 👎 Full-screen ads

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Copy My Data

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/copy-my-data-secure-folder/id6593665810)

Securely store files, media, and notes with a passcode. Import content easily via various methods and manage your digital life with an intuitive interface. Offers an advanced notes feature for capturing thoughts and memories.

**Highlights:** Secure passcode protection, Multiple import methods, Advanced notes feature, Intuitive file management, Privacy-focused storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| All Access Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FileMate free?

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

### Is Copy My Data free?

Copy My Data is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FileMate or Copy My Data?

Copy My Data is rated higher. FileMate averages 4.6 out of 5 from 382 ratings, while Copy My Data averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do FileMate or Copy My Data have ads?

FileMate shows ads; Copy My Data does not.

### Which is updated more often, FileMate or Copy My Data?

FileMate ships an update every 2 weeks, and Copy My Data daily. Most recently, FileMate was updated on November 6, 2026 and Copy My Data on November 4, 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.*