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Head-to-head

Browser & Offline File Storage vs Bolt Browser and Documents

Browser & Offline File Storage 4.5★ · Free + IAP 40
Winner Bolt Browser and Documents
Bolt Browser and Documents 4.8★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 65

Bolt Browser and Documents (App B) is the better choice for users seeking a reliable offline file storage and browser app, despite recent issues with video downloads, as Browser & Offline File Storage (App A) has more pervasive and critical problems.

Full reviews: Browser & Offline File Storage · Bolt Browser and Documents

Both apps are struggling with recent updates that have negatively impacted their core video downloading functionality. While Browser & Offline File Storage (App A) faces issues with paywalls, bugs, and poor support, Bolt Browser and Documents (App B) is generally praised for its past performance, with current complaints primarily focused on the removal of its video download feature.

Head to head

Core Functionality (Video Downloading) tieR3R6R15R22
Browser & Offline File Storage Many users report that App A fails to download videos, with issues like not finding links, videos not having sound, or files appearing as HTML instead of direct links R3R6R15R22. Some users also state that the app stopped working for downloads after a short period or an update R29R31.
Bolt Browser and Documents A significant number of users for App B express frustration that the video download feature, especially from YouTube, has been removed or no longer works after recent updates or when switching phones R61. Many long-term users lament the loss of this core feature that made the app valuable to them .
Ease of Use / User Experience edge: Bolt Browser and DocumentsR3R4R7R8
Browser & Offline File Storage Users find App A to be laggy, especially in the search bar and when watching videos R8. There are also complaints about language barriers and the app being finicky R3. Some users struggle with basic functions like signing into YouTube R4R7 or organizing files, as folders can be created but files cannot be moved into them, and file names cannot be changed .
Bolt Browser and Documents App B was previously praised for being straightforward and easy to use for downloading music and videos . However, recent issues with the download button disappearing or not showing up have made the app less user-friendly for its intended purpose .
Reliability & Bugs edge: Bolt Browser and DocumentsR3R9R16R18
Browser & Offline File Storage App A is frequently described as buggy, requiring multiple attempts to download videos R3R9. It also has issues with videos not having sound R3, crashing when renaming tracks R16, and completely crashing after a day of use R18. Some users report it becoming unusable after an update R31.
Bolt Browser and Documents App B has recent bug reports including downloaded music skipping ahead , playback errors , and issues with album art not displaying correctly . Some users also report that their downloaded songs have been deleted .
Price & Value (Free vs. Paid) edge: Bolt Browser and DocumentsR1R10R27R29
Browser & Offline File Storage App A immediately presents a subscription wall, preventing users from even testing it out R1R27R35. Users are asked to pay after a few downloads, hitting a 'daily limit' R10R29. There are also complaints about difficulty canceling subscriptions and getting refunds .
Bolt Browser and Documents App B is free but heavily criticized for aggressive, full-screen, unskippable ads if not using a VPN with ad block . Some users previously paid for an ad-free subscription but are unsure how to transfer it to a new device .
Support edge: Bolt Browser and DocumentsR41R71R86
Browser & Offline File Storage Users report that App A's support is unresponsive to chat and emails, making it difficult to resolve issues or get refunds R41.
Bolt Browser and Documents Reviewers for App B do not mention support issues as frequently, but some users express a desire for developer interaction regarding the return of download features R71R86.
Pick Browser & Offline File Storage if

You are looking for a browser with offline file storage and are willing to navigate significant bugs, paywalls, and potentially unresponsive support R1R3R9R41.

Pick Bolt Browser and Documents if

You prioritize a browser that historically offered robust offline media capabilities and are hopeful for the return of its download features, or you are willing to use an ad-blocker to mitigate intrusive ads .

Evidence note: Both apps have a high number of recent negative reviews, primarily centered around the removal or malfunction of video downloading features, suggesting a recent change in functionality for both. App A's issues are more diverse, encompassing paywalls, bugs, and poor support, while App B's current negativity is more focused on the loss of a specific feature. The lifetime ratings are skewed by past positive experiences that no longer reflect current functionality.

Frequently asked

Can I download videos from YouTube with these apps?
Neither app reliably allows downloading videos from YouTube anymore, with many users reporting that this feature has been removed or no longer works after recent updates for both Browser & Offline File Storage (App A) and Bolt Browser and Documents (App B) R25R31R55R61.
Do these apps have a free tier?
Both apps are listed as 'Free + IAP', but Browser & Offline File Storage (App A) immediately presents a subscription wall, preventing users from even testing it out, and limits free downloads R1R10R29R35. Bolt Browser and Documents (App B) is free but includes aggressive, full-screen ads that require a VPN with ad-block to avoid .
Are there many bugs in these apps?
Yes, both apps have significant bug reports; Browser & Offline File Storage (App A) is described as laggy, finicky, and prone to crashing, with issues like videos lacking sound and files appearing incorrectly R3R8R9R16. Bolt Browser and Documents (App B) users report issues with downloaded music skipping, playback errors, and album art not displaying .

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. [R3] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · US Decent: It’s a great app but there are very frustrating issues. the language barriers are annoying and It’s pretty finicky and randomly won’t work. You have to try multiple times before the video will download. Random videos will not have sound. Besides that it gets the job done.
  2. [R6] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · US Having problems with downloading videos: So, when I first downloaded the app it was pretty good at downloading stuff! But then later it started to stop downloading videos and kept saying it couldn’t find the link. Hopefully you can update this bug, thank you!
  3. [R15] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · US Run away ⚠️: Awful 🤮 the app will not let you download videos! The file shows up as a large html file but not as a simple direct link from the saved URL !
  4. [R22] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Unusable: This app does not download anything from the website you are visiting. (Direct copy and paste and URL typing methods were used).
  5. [R4] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Dummy: I can’t sign in to my YouTube channel
  6. [R7] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Not Working: Won’t let you log into YouTube.
  7. [R8] Browser & Offline File Storage 5/5 · US Update 🙏🏻: This app is laggy. in the searching bar it is laggy and watching videos on YouTube and just videos? Are bad lag or bugs🤔👍😁
  8. [R9] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · US Buggy: Even with full access you have to try downloading multiple times. If the title of the file is excessively long it will use the tail end for the file extension. I do like the app but the bugs have made the app quit working for me.
  9. [R16] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Keeps crashing when I try to rename tracks: Otherwise ok
  10. [R18] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · GB It’s okay…: Worked for about 1 day and then completely crashed, can no longer access anything.
  11. [R1] Browser & Offline File Storage 2/5 · US Still looking: OK, I don’t wanna be mean like some of these other reviewers have been OK developer I guess I will give you some slack because the app did work with my screen reader and so this developer will get credit for that but the reason it is only getting two stars is because I can’t use it. It won’t let me get past the subscription wall. I can’t even test it out.
  12. [R10] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US $$$hungry: Immediately asked me 4 songs into downloading my playlist to pay because “I reached the daily limit”
  13. [R27] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Does not work: And demands payment upfront.
  14. [R29] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US L: After a week of using it refuses to work, I believe they only give you a free amount of downloads before forcing you to pay. Very disappointing app
  15. [R41] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Stops working days later with no response from support: Eventually stops working after a few days with support not responding to chat or emails. There’s always a reply to chat later or will respond to email, but do not. I’ve rebooted and it asks for additional funds. The bank informed me to screenshot replies and inability to download to support my refund claim.
  16. [R71] Bolt Browser and Documents 5/5 · US Hope everything is ok with dev: Use to talk to dev quite a bit. Phenomenal app. Just checking to see you’re ok!
  17. [R86] Bolt Browser and Documents 5/5 · US to bolt producers.: i would like to be able to download music from youtube onto bolt again to be able to use the equalizer. Id pay more than i do for a youtube premium just to be able to have that equalizer back if you see this message i still have hope for this app and if you could make this adjustment it would mean a great deal to all of us bolt users thank you.
  18. [R25] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US The purpose of this ap: Is to download videos from youtube which this ap makes entirely too difficult. Forget using this
  19. [R31] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US THAT AINT NO BUGS FIX: Bruh wah da hale you talking bout boy, you just made the app WORSE Than it was it used to be able to download videos and Roblox songs now it’s just copy’s url that ain’t no update I wish I never updated this app😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
  20. [R55] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Doesn't Work: After trying three uncopyrighted YouTube URLs and being told that they couldn't be downloaded, I realize my time had been completely utterly wasted. Thanks for nothing.
  21. [R61] Bolt Browser and Documents 1/5 · US So the app sucks now: You used to be able to download videos from all kinds of sights and now it doesn’t give you the option to download anymore. Waste of time
  22. [R35] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Subscription based upon launch.: You can’t use the app without paying into a subscription.

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