Best Video File Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Finding the right video file apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Video File Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1VLC media playerVLC media playerFree3.7★ (5.8K)NoNoSep 2026
2Video Player - All in OneVideo Player - All in OneFree4.6★ (7.4K)YesYesSep 2026
3Omanager - Video for FilesOmanager - Video for FilesFree4.6★ (4K)YesNoSep 2026
4Video Saver - Convert & EditVideo Saver - Convert & EditFree4.4★ (2.6K)YesYesSep 2026
5Video Downloader from YouTube.Video Downloader from YouTube.Free2.3★ (9)YesYesSep 2026
6PLAYit-All in One Video PlayerPLAYit-All in One Video PlayerFree4.3★ (569)YesYesSep 2026
7Browser & Offline File StorageBrowser & Offline File StorageFree4.5★ (32K)YesYesSep 2026
8All Video Saver : Video PlayerAll Video Saver : Video PlayerFreeYesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Video File

3.7😐(5.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#32in Photo & Video
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Play virtually any video or audio file directly without conversion. Stream media from cloud services, network servers, or the web. Offers advanced subtitle support and playback controls.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Plays everything
  • 👍 Great for offline media
  • 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
  • 🚀 Convenient file transfer
  • 👍 Customizable playback

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy after updates
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • 👎 Confusing UI/UX
  • 🐛 Unreliable network streaming
  • 👎 Lacks basic features
Video Player - All in One#2
4.6😊(7.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Play all your video and audio files in any format, including 4K and HD. Organize your media with a library and folder browsing. Sync files from your computer and take screenshots during playback.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast file conversion
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Plays a variety of video formats
  • 👍 Useful for offline video playback
  • 👍 Good overall app functionality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Playback issues with certain file formats (e.g., MKV)
  • 🔋 High ad frequency disrupting user experience
  • 🐛 Inconsistent subtitle handling and customization
  • 🐛 Playlist order not saving properly
  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes and freezes
4.6😐(4K ratings)
FreeAds
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This app enhances your video playback experience with advanced features like AirPlay, Picture-in-Picture, and background audio. It seamlessly integrates with your device's file management system, allowing you to play videos from various sources.

What We Love

  • 💯 Best app ever
  • 🎶 Great for offline music listening
  • 🎥 Excellent for downloading videos
  • 👍 High-quality app experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Lost all user data/files
  • 🙄 Annoying ads
  • 🤯 Confusing UI changes after updates

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FAQ about Video File

What are the best video file apps for iPhone?
VLC media player tops our video file apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 5.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top video file apps we rank are free to download, including VLC media player and Video Player - All in One.
VLC media player has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ video file apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
VLC media player is a free and open-source application that can play virtually all video and audio files directly without requiring conversion. It also supports streaming from various cloud services, network servers, and the web, along with advanced subtitle features and playback controls.
Key features include the ability to play all media formats without conversion, file synchronization with popular cloud services like Dropbox and Google Drive, streaming from network servers (SMB, FTP, UPnP/DLNA), advanced subtitle support with full SSA compatibility, multi-track audio, playback speed control, and Chromecast rendering.

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