Best File Search Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you're new to file search or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top File Search Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1easySearch - File Search TooleasySearch - File Search ToolFree4.2★ (12)NoYesOct 2026
2ES File ExplorerES File ExplorerFree4.6★ (15K)NoYesNov 2026
3Samurai Search: text or PDFSamurai Search: text or PDFFree5.0★ (25)NoNoOct 2026
4Browser and Documents ManagerBrowser and Documents ManagerFree4.6★ (123K)NoNoNov 2026
5Total filesTotal filesFree4.7★ (135K)YesYesNov 2026
6iFiles - File Manager BrowseriFiles - File Manager BrowserFree4.7★ (3.2K)YesYesNov 2026
7File DiverFile DiverFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Quick Search FileQuick Search FileFree4.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for File Search

easySearch - File Search Tool#1

easySearch - File Search Tool by Gregory Hayrapetian

Find text, bookmark & research
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.2(12 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This tool allows you to quickly search for text within various file types across multiple storage locations, including cloud services and network drives. You can bookmark important findings, track your reading progress, and sync your data across devices. It offers a private and ad-free experience with a user-friendly interface.

4.6😐(15K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Manage local and network files with this comprehensive tool. It offers file transfer, compression, built-in media players, cloud storage integration, and editing capabilities for various document and code formats.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Powerful file management
  • 📁 Extensive file format support
  • 🔒 Secure folder access
  • 🎵 Excellent built-in media player
  • 🔗 Seamless network connectivity
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔍 Search functionality issues
  • 🔇 Music playback problems
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues with FTP/SFTP
  • 📥 Unreliable backup/sync features
Samurai Search: text or PDF#3

Samurai Search: text or PDF by Michael Rourke

iCloud sync, search, preview.
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
5.0(25 ratings)
Free
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Efficiently search text and PDF files across your device, iCloud, and external storage. Preview matched files or open them in other applications. Supports advanced search options like regular expressions.

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FAQ about File Search

What are the best file search apps for iPhone?
easySearch - File Search Tool tops our file search apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 12 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top file search apps we rank are free to download, including easySearch - File Search Tool and ES File Explorer.
easySearch - File Search Tool has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ file search apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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