Best Network File Browser Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

17 free apps

Updated September 2026

Looking for free network file browser apps? 17 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Network File Browser Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	ES File Explorer	Free	4.6★ (15K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Owlfiles - File Manager	Free	4.6★ (7.2K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
3	Browser and Documents Manager	Free	4.6★ (123K)	No	No	Sep 2026
4	sharefi - Network File Sharing	Free	4.0★ (1)	No	No	May 2026
5	FileBrowserGO: File Manager	Free	4.4★ (700)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
6	File Manager - Network Explorer	Free	4.0★ (30)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
7	WebDAV File Browser	Free	—	No	No	Jul 2026
8	FileBrowser: Documents Manager	$7.99	4.7★ (5.6K)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Network File Browser

#1

ES File Explorer by Beijing Xiaoxiong Bowang Technology Co., Ltd.

Browse & Music, Docs

Editor's Choice

📊 Productivity

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

#2

Owlfiles - File Manager by Skyjos Co., Ltd.

Access SMB WebDAV FTP and S3

Strong Contender

📊 Productivity

4.6😊(7.2K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Access and manage files from local storage, network shares, and cloud services. Stream media, view documents, and transfer files seamlessly across devices. Offers advanced network tools and editing capabilities.

What We Love

👍 Easy to use
🚀 Seamless file transfers
🎥 Good media playback support
🔒 Secure file management
💡 Useful network tools

Room to Improve

🔒 Limited free features
🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
💰 Expensive subscription model
🤔 Confusing navigation

#3

Browser and Documents Manager by Download Apps

Ultimate File Manager

Worth Considering

🔧 Utilities

4.6😐(123K ratings)

Free

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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.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

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

More Network File Browser apps to explore

sharefi - Network File Sharing

sharefi - Network File Sharing

sharefi - Network File Sharing

by Luca Fornerone

Easily share files and folders across your local network. This cross-platform application offers a fast, secure, and user-friendly experience for transferring data between devices without needing an internet connection.

Local network file sharingFolder sharingFast transfer speeds

FileBrowserGO: File Manager

FileBrowserGO: File Manager

FileBrowserGO: File Manager

Documents, Media Player, Cloud

Access and manage files across your computers, network drives, and cloud storage from your iOS device. Organize, edit, and share files with features like multi-tabbed browsing, in-place editing, and media streaming.

Connect to computers, NAS, and cloud storageMulti-tabbed browsing and split-screen supportEdit files in-place from network locations

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

File Manager - Network Explorer

File Manager - Network Explorer

File Manager - Network Explorer

by LTD DevelSoftware

Manage files across cloud services, network drives, and your device. Supports numerous archive formats, media playback, and secure folder protection. Offers Wi-Fi and FTP transfer capabilities for seamless data management.

Cloud service integration (GoogleDrive, Dropbox, etc.)Network service support (SMB, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV)Archive format support (Zip, Rar, 7z, tar, gz, bz2)

free with in-app purchases

WebDAV File Browser

WebDAV File Browser

WebDAV File Browser

WebDAV Browser & Cleanup

FileBrowser: Documents Manager

FileBrowser: Documents Manager

FileBrowser: Documents Manager

File Explorer & Media Player

Access and manage files across your home computers, network drives, and cloud storage. Upload, download, copy, and edit documents directly from your device, with built-in viewers for various file types and streaming capabilities.

Connect to computers, NAS, and cloud storageUpload, download, copy, and move filesMulti-tabbed browsing and split-screen support

Local and remote file browser

📊 Productivity

AnyShare-LAN Link Sharing

AnyShare-LAN Link Sharing

AnyShare-LAN Link Sharing

Share files to any device

📊 Productivity

Large Text & Hex File Viewer

celfCloud Browser

celfCloud Browser

celfCloud Browser

by Tobias Traxel

Discover web pages published on your local network using Bonjour. Tap on discovered entries to open them directly in Safari. This utility helps you find and access local network services like printers and routers.

Discover local network websitesBonjour service discoveryOne-tap access to web pages

Glazr File Manager Pro

Glazr File Manager Pro

Glazr File Manager Pro

Storage cleaner & Wi-Fi share

📊 Productivity

Zappr – WiFi File Transfer

Zappr – WiFi File Transfer

Zappr – WiFi File Transfer

Photos, Videos & Text

Remote File Explorer

Remote File Explorer

Remote File Explorer

Browse, Transfer & Manage LAN

Access files on your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer, as well as cloud storage like Dropbox, directly from your iPhone or iPad. Transfer, manage, and view your documents, photos, and videos with built-in readers and players.

Access remote computers (Mac, Windows, Linux)Connect to Dropbox and cloud storageTransfer files between devices

FileVista - File Manager

FileVista - File Manager

FileVista - File Manager

File Management Expert

ServeIt - File Manager

ServeIt - File Manager

ServeIt - File Manager

Local File Server Share

Qudit - Wireless file explorer

Qudit - Wireless file explorer

Qudit - Wireless file explorer

Multi-device explorer tool

Ferry: Move Files Around

Ferry: Move Files Around

Ferry: Move Files Around

SMB & SFTP file transfer

FAQ about Network File Browser

What are the best network file browser apps for iPhone?

ES File Explorer tops our network file browser apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 15K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free network file browser apps for iPhone?

Yes — 17 of the top network file browser apps we rank are free to download, including ES File Explorer and Owlfiles - File Manager.

Does ES File Explorer have ads or in-app purchases?

ES File Explorer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many network file browser apps are on the App Store?

We track 250+ network file browser apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does ES File Explorer do?

ES File Explorer is a versatile file management tool that allows you to organize files on your local device, network drives, and cloud storage. It also includes features for file transfer, compression, media playback, and editing of various document and code formats.

What are the key features of ES File Explorer?

Key features include comprehensive file management operations, WiFi and direct phone-to-phone file transfers, support for ZIP/RAR/7Z compression, built-in audio and video players, aggregation of popular cloud storage services, remote access via SMB/FTP/WebDAV, and editors for PDF and code files.