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Head-to-head

Browser & Offline File Storage vs Box

Browser & Offline File Storage 4.5★ · Free + IAP 40
Winner Box
Box 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

Box is the superior choice for reliable cloud storage and file management, despite some recent performance and UI complaints, while Browser & Offline File Storage struggles with core functionality and aggressive monetization.

Full reviews: Browser & Offline File Storage · Box

Box offers robust and secure cloud storage, favored by users for its reliability and organizational features, though recent updates have introduced performance and usability issues. Browser & Offline File Storage, while aiming to provide offline browsing and downloading, is plagued by frequent bugs, download failures, and a paywall that hinders basic functionality.

Head to head

Features & Core Functionality edge: BoxR6R15R19R22
Browser & Offline File Storage Users praise Browser & Offline File Storage for its ability to download MP3s and videos when it works , and some appreciate its browser . However, a significant number of users report that the core downloading feature frequently fails, with videos not downloading, links not being found, or files appearing as HTML instead of direct links R6R15R19R22. There are also complaints about organization, such as not being able to put files into folders or rename them .
Box Box is lauded for its secure file storage and retrieval, with users appreciating its ability to organize and share documents, especially for professional use R71. It offers 10 GB of free storage and the ability to edit .txt or code files . Some users specifically highlight its utility for sharing documents with third parties in a controlled manner R65 and its offline access to files . However, some users report issues with specific features, such as the in-app camera being laggy R70, Google authentication not working , and the lack of a 'Tasks' tool on iOS .
Ease of Use & Reliability edge: BoxR3R8R9R12
Browser & Offline File Storage Many users find Browser & Offline File Storage to be buggy and unreliable. Issues include lagging in the search bar and during video playback R8, needing multiple attempts to download videos R3R9, random crashes , and the app stopping working after a few days or a week R41. Some users also report language barriers R3 and difficulties with the interface, such as not supporting Touch ID R12.
Box Box is generally considered reliable by long-term users R86, with many finding it easy to use for storing and retrieving files . However, recent updates have introduced significant usability and performance problems. Users complain about the app being very slow to load files and folders R66R67R76, frequent crashes R70, and issues with syncing and offline access R81. Some find the new UI/UX to be clunky and less user-friendly, making it harder to move files or see full names . There are also reports of the app constantly logging users out .
Price & Value edge: BoxR1R10R13R27
Browser & Offline File Storage Many users express frustration with Browser & Offline File Storage's aggressive monetization. They report being immediately hit with a subscription wall, unable to use the app or even test it without paying R1R13R27. Some users are limited to a certain number of downloads before being forced to pay R10. There are also complaints about difficulty canceling subscriptions and getting refunds .
Box Box offers a free tier with 10 GB of storage, which many users find sufficient for their needs . Some long-term users received significant lifetime storage as early adopters . While the free tier has a 250MB upload limit , the overall value is appreciated, especially by those who use it for work and find it superior to competitors . However, one long-term customer reported a 3x price increase and issues with the billing system .
Support & Updates tieR31R41R59R74
Browser & Offline File Storage Users of Browser & Offline File Storage report a lack of responsiveness from support, with chat and email inquiries going unanswered R41. Some feel that recent updates have made the app worse, breaking previously working features like video downloading R31R59.
Box Box users express frustration with a lack of transparency regarding updates, noting that update descriptions often just say 'bug fixes' without detailing specific changes R74. There are also reports of horrible customer service and issues like account loss due to password resets . Some users are disappointed that specific features, like 'Tasks,' are not available on the iOS app, and support couldn't provide answers .
Pick Browser & Offline File Storage if

You need a simple browser for occasional offline media downloads and are willing to tolerate frequent bugs, aggressive ads, and a paywall, or if you specifically need to download MP3s and are lucky enough for the feature to work .

Pick Box if

You require a secure and reliable cloud storage solution for organizing and sharing files, especially for professional use, and value a generous free tier R71. You are also willing to overlook recent performance slowdowns and UI changes R66R67.

Evidence note: Browser & Offline File Storage reviews are heavily skewed negative due to core functionality failures and monetization issues. Box, despite a higher lifetime rating, has a significant number of recent negative reviews focusing on performance and UI degradation, indicating a decline in user satisfaction for its mobile app.

Frequently asked

Does Browser & Offline File Storage allow free downloads?
Browser & Offline File Storage allows a limited number of free downloads before requiring a subscription, with users reporting being asked to pay after just a few songs or reaching a 'daily limit' R10. Many users report being unable to use the app at all without encountering a subscription wall immediately R1R13R27.
Is Box reliable for storing important files?
Box is generally considered reliable and secure for data storage by many long-term users R71R86, with some specifically noting its utility for professional document sharing R65. However, some recent reviews report critical issues like files being erased or not syncing properly R81, which raises concerns about its current reliability for all users.
Are there performance issues with the Box app?
Yes, many Box users report significant performance issues with the mobile app, including very slow loading of files and folders R66R67R76, frequent crashes R70, and sluggish uploads . The in-app camera is also described as laggy R70, and browsing photos can be slow .

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. [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!
  2. [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 !
  3. [R19] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Doesn’t you download from sites: Useless.
  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. [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.
  6. [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🤔👍😁
  7. [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.
  8. [R12] Browser & Offline File Storage 3/5 · US Does Not Support Touch ID: It supports Face ID but not Touch ID. I am only able to unlock it using the PIN on my iPad. Please allow it to use Touch ID.
  9. [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.
  10. [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”
  11. [R13] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Malisima: Hay que pagar suscripción , mejor ALOHA APP
  12. [R27] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Does not work: And demands payment upfront.
  13. [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😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
  14. [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.
  15. [R59] Browser & Offline File Storage 1/5 · US Update Ruined App: Used this for years to download and store documents but just cancelled my subscription. Recent update leaves browser open to so many malicious websites you can't even complete a download.
  16. [R74] Box 4/5 · US Transparency: Love the app I have been using it for a year and it’s the best cloud storage app I have ever used plus it has tons of other features that make life easy for me… my only complaint is that box is not more transparent about the updates… each time box updates it essentially the says the same thing… bug fixes. There are some things that I have come to work around but it would amazing see
  17. [R65] Box 5/5 · US Amazing for use with OpenClaw: Great working with openclaw as file system allows you to share documents via openclaw with 3rd parties in controlled manner.
  18. [R71] Box 5/5 · US Box is the best: La aplicación es una de las más seguras y que ha estado ya por muchos años. Eso la hace confiable. 100 % recomendada
  19. [R81] Box 3/5 · US Not syncing !: I almost lost my years videos because application is not syncing! It just give errors for offline videos It seems like no one is fixing the issue
  20. [R86] Box 5/5 · US Reliable: The most reliable and safe form of data storage
  21. [R66] Box 3/5 · US If only the iOS app was not ridiculously slow…: If only the iOS app was not ridiculously slow, Box would be the absolute best. Please fix this
  22. [R67] Box 1/5 · US Recent update: Very slow loading of files and folders
  23. [R70] Box 1/5 · US Always crashing, doesn’t always open files, laggy and slow: Major fixes needed. Using the camera that is built in to the app is a nightmare. It lags SO much, takes 5 minutes to take 1 picture and that’s if you’re lucky enough for it to even do that. Now I have resorted to taking photos with my phone and upload them through the app. I don’t like doing this because my camera is full of work pictures
  24. [R76] Box 1/5 · US Terrible: Terrible. Couldn’t open anything just spinning forever.

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