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Updated July 2026 · real, multi-region App Store reviews
Head-to-head

File Manager & Browser vs Offline

File Manager & Browser 4.5★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 30
Winner Offline
Offline 4.6★ · Free to download 65

Offline is the better choice for users primarily interested in downloading and playing media offline, despite recent download issues, while File Manager & Browser struggles with basic file management and has significant reliability and security concerns.

Full reviews: File Manager & Browser · Offline

Offline, despite recent issues with its core downloading functionality, is generally preferred by users for its ability to save and play media, though many are frustrated by current bugs. File Manager & Browser, on the other hand, faces widespread criticism for being outdated, difficult to use, and having serious security and privacy concerns.

Head to head

Core Functionality: File Management vs. Media Downloading edge: OfflineR1R4R14R31
File Manager & Browser Users of File Manager & Browser report significant issues with basic file management, such as being unable to download forms or files, difficulty opening password-protected documents, and problems renaming files R1R4R14. Some also note that downloaded files appear empty or cannot be saved R31.
Offline Offline users primarily focus on its ability to download and play videos and music offline. While many praise its past performance for this purpose , a significant number of recent reviews indicate that the download feature is currently broken or inconsistent R61R63R64R67.
Ease of Use edge: OfflineR3R9R12R52
File Manager & Browser File Manager & Browser is frequently described as difficult to use, with users struggling to understand how to perform basic actions like deleting files or changing file names R3R9R12R52. Some find it not intuitive and complain about a steep learning curve R3R52.
Offline Offline is generally considered simple to use for its intended purpose of downloading media . However, recent issues with the download button not appearing or working have made it frustrating for users .
Reliability and Performance tieR7R19R21R31
File Manager & Browser File Manager & Browser suffers from significant reliability issues, including not working on newer iPhones, crashing, and files not loading or showing content R7R19R31. Users also report that the app feels outdated and lacks modern features like drag-and-drop R21.
Offline Offline has recently become unreliable, with many users reporting that the download function has stopped working entirely R61R63R64R67. Some users also experienced data loss R70.
Price/Value & Ads tieR10R34R37R43
File Manager & Browser File Manager & Browser is advertised as free but then requires card information or a subscription after a 3-day trial, leading to user frustration R10R37R43. Users also complain about ads unless they purchase a bundle R34R45.
Offline Offline is free to download, but users report frequent and long ads . Some paying subscribers are frustrated that the app stopped working despite their subscription .
Support & Updates edge: OfflineR4R7R21R28
File Manager & Browser Users of File Manager & Browser report a lack of customer service, broken support links, and an outdated website R4R28. The app's last update was reportedly five years ago, contributing to its outdated feel and compatibility issues R7R21R28.
Offline Offline users frequently request updates and fixes for the broken download functionality R63. Some paying users have sent emails for help without receiving answers .
Security and Privacy edge: OfflineR16R22R40R70
File Manager & Browser File Manager & Browser has severe security and privacy concerns, with multiple users reporting it as malware, spyware, or a tool for stalking, which can be remotely downloaded and access iCloud or carrier cloud data R16R22R40.
Offline Offline users do not report security or privacy issues, though some have experienced data loss R70.
Pick File Manager & Browser if

you need a basic file organizer and are willing to navigate an outdated interface and potential bugs, and you are not concerned about the significant security and privacy warnings from other users R3.

Pick Offline if

you primarily want an app to download and play media offline and are hopeful that the developers will fix the current download issues, or if you only need the browser functionality .

Evidence note: Reviews for File Manager & Browser are highly mixed, with many positive reviews being generic or seemingly unrelated to the app's core function, while negative reviews highlight critical flaws. Offline's recent reviews are heavily skewed negative due to a broken core feature, but its lifetime rating is higher, suggesting past satisfaction.

Frequently asked

Can File Manager & Browser open password-protected documents?
No, users report that File Manager & Browser cannot open password-protected PDF and Word documents R14.
Does Offline currently allow downloading videos and music?
Many recent reviews indicate that Offline's download functionality is currently broken or inconsistent, with users unable to download videos or music R61R63R64R67.
Are there ads in File Manager & Browser?
Yes, File Manager & Browser shows ads upon opening, and users report needing to buy a bundle to remove them R34R45.
Has File Manager & Browser been updated recently?
No, some users report that File Manager & Browser's last update was five years ago, contributing to compatibility issues on newer devices and an outdated feel R7R21R28.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R1] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Worst Ever: Trying to download an a form through this app is useless
  2. [R4] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US App sucks: Keeps wanting me to download the app to be able to download the file and it won’t let me download the file and I put my sign in. I’ve signed up. I’ve done everything I know to do and it won’t work so your app sucks. I’m trying to register my product, but I’ll make sure GE knows about this. Cause you people suck you have no Customer Service! I will not be using you and I will make sure G
  3. [R14] File Manager & Browser 4/5 · US Missing Features: This App is great in its display and presentation of folders, files and documents, BUT The 2 issues I have is that (1) I can’t get pdf and word documents that are Password Protected to Open and (2) the ability to RENAME FILES / documents/photos. Give me that and I’ll give all 5 stars.
  4. [R31] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US They’re all empty: I sent downloaded files to my folder and none if them are showing the content
  5. [R3] File Manager & Browser 3/5 · US I’m just a little slow.: I don’t ever write reviews for apps but I thought I would give it a shot. I think the app is pretty cool but my learning curve isn’t as high as it used to be but I still like the idea of having an app that organizes files.
  6. [R9] File Manager & Browser 3/5 · US Delete?: How do I delete a file
  7. [R12] File Manager & Browser 3/5 · US Too difficult: Keep getting message to download (won’t open)
  8. [R52] File Manager & Browser 2/5 · US NOT Intuitive: needs “how to”. on hover…. ie: how to change a file name, why UNZIPPING is not working
  9. [R7] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Garbage app, last update was 5 years ago: Doesn’t work to the point of it being completely useless on my IPhone 13 Pro Max… so my guess it anything newer than that will have issues running this piece of crapware on their phone as well.
  10. [R19] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Not loading on computer: Loaded to my phone, then put it into my computer could not load it
  11. [R21] File Manager & Browser 3/5 · US Feels Outdated: App doesn’t find Files App folders. You need to transfer all files over, only supports basic file extensions, no hold and drag features.. feels like the app is about 5 years behind… didn’t try pro. Can’t justify the cost by free features alone
  12. [R10] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Sorry file: Cannot activate without card information if it’s free which it says it is then no card information is needed
  13. [R34] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Spammy: Shows me ads as soon as i open. Annoying
  14. [R37] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Fraud?: The very first sentence in the description is “Filemanager is free…”, but after they get you to install it, the very first thing it says is that it’s only free for 3 days, then you must subscribe. Another bait and switch scheme. also noticed no dark mode, but doesn’t matter, immediately removing.
  15. [R43] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Not happy: I want to cancel this. I should have it free on my phone.
  16. [R28] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Can’t email over 4.8 MB: I’ve never had issues sending files over 4.8 MB or higher until as of recent.. is there a fix for this? Ive contacted your support site and the link seems to be broken and the website has not been up to date since 2015.
  17. [R16] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Unrecognizable: I never downloaded this app and I can confirm my device was recently infected… most likely malware
  18. [R22] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Malware/Spyware: My ex-husband had this app remotely downloaded on all of my electronics to engage in stalking and unlawful surveillance of all my app activities and downloaded message logs, emails, etc. it's completely the worst type of personal invasion and can be remotely downloaded and goes through your iCloud and or carrier cloud and cannot be removed! This company/this app should be BANNEE
  19. [R40] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US To let hackers access ur info: I can't open my files my passwords have been changed and apps added
  20. [R70] Offline 1/5 · US All of my data has been deleted!: All of my data has been deleted without doing anything!!!
  21. [R61] Offline 1/5 · US No longer works: Can’t pick up media on its own anymore you have to provide a link :(
  22. [R63] Offline 3/5 · US Need a new update or fixing: This app used to be one of the best apps for downloading videos but now we cant download anything i gave it 3 star cuz before it was working rn Heh
  23. [R64] Offline 1/5 · US The app is broken. Fix it now.: The app is very broken. It won’t let me download anything into it. I am sharing it YouTube videos and a new voice and it wouldn’t download it then I use Easy Voice Recorder to record a YouTube video and send it but then it would just keep going back to the app screens dumb app. Do not download it on your phones or anything because trust me it won’t download anything
  24. [R67] Offline 1/5 · US Bug: Can’t download again it says “please try again”
  25. [R45] File Manager & Browser 3/5 · GB Its Ok but: You have to buy the bundle to get rid of adverts. I would like to pay once to unlock just the file manager so will look elsewhere

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store