Best Files Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 249+ files apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Files Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1FilesFilesFree2.9★ (7.4K)NoNoSep 2026
2File Manager & DocumentsFile Manager & DocumentsFree4.5★ (4.8K)NoYesSep 2026
3Google DriveGoogle DriveFree4.8★ (7.8M)NoYesSep 2026
4Files - File Manager & BrowserFiles - File Manager & BrowserFree4.7★ (12K)NoYesSep 2026
5Documents - File ManagerDocuments - File ManagerFree4.8★ (625K)NoYesSep 2026
6Dropbox: Cloud Storage BackupDropbox: Cloud Storage BackupFree4.8★ (900K)NoYesSep 2026
7ES File ExplorerES File ExplorerFree4.6★ (15K)NoYesSep 2026
8File Manager & BrowserFile Manager & BrowserFree4.5★ (54K)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Files

Files#1

Files by Apple

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
2.9😐(7.4K ratings)
Free
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Manage files from your device, cloud storage, or external drives in one place. Organize with tags, search, and access recent documents easily. Share files and connect to network drives.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Smooth performance
  • 💡 Useful for storing and organizing files
  • 🔒 Secure file storage

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🐛 Files disappearing or not saving properly
  • 🐛 Unreliable sync with cloud services
  • 🐛 Limited functionality compared to desktop file managers
  • 🐛 Buggy PDF annotation and editing
File Manager & Documents#2

File Manager & Documents by Giant Brains

Files &Folder With Browser App
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😞(4.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Organize and manage your downloaded files and documents conveniently on your iPhone or iPad. Create folders, store files in the cloud to save space, and use the built-in browser for direct downloads. Sort files by various criteria for easy access.

What We Love

  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 💡 Innovative features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
Google Drive#3

Google Drive by Google

Store, access and scan files
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.8😊(7.8M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#9in Productivity
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Securely store, organize, and access your files from any device. Collaborate with others, scan documents, and search for content with ease. Offers advanced features for businesses and individuals.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Convenient cloud storage
  • 🔒 Secure file backup
  • 👍 Easy file sharing and collaboration
  • 👍 Accessible from any device
  • 🚀 Seamless integration with other Google apps

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable uploads and syncing
  • 🔍 Difficult file organization and navigation
  • 🔍 Limited editing capabilities within the app
  • 🔋 High battery drain on mobile devices

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FAQ about Files

What are the best files apps for iPhone?
Files tops our files apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 2.9-star average from 7.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top files apps we rank are free to download, including Files and File Manager & Documents.
Files has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ files apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Files app allows you to access and organize all your files from various locations. This includes files stored directly on your device, in cloud storage services like iCloud Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive, as well as on external drives and file servers.
You can organize your files using tags, which allows you to group related documents regardless of where they are stored. The app also features a powerful Browse view where you can navigate folders, move files between them, and pin your favorite folders for quick access.

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