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Head-to-head

Browser and Documents Manager vs Bolt Browser and Documents

Browser and Documents Manager 4.6★ · Free to download · ⚠ stale 60
Winner Browser and Documents Manager
Bolt Browser and Documents 4.8★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 55

Both apps struggle with recent download functionality, but Browser and Documents Manager appears to have a slight edge due to some users finding workarounds for downloads and a slightly less severe ad experience.

Full reviews: Browser and Documents Manager · Bolt Browser and Documents

Both Browser and Documents Manager and Bolt Browser and Documents are free apps that users primarily value for offline media downloads, particularly from YouTube. However, recent updates have significantly impacted this core functionality for both, leading to widespread user frustration. Browser and Documents Manager faces issues with excessive ads and download failures, while Bolt Browser and Documents users report similar download problems and intrusive ads.

Head to head

Download Functionality tieR3R7R13R15
Browser and Documents Manager Many users report that Browser and Documents Manager no longer allows them to download videos or music, especially from YouTube, with error messages like 'URL invalid' or simply no download option appearing R3R7R13R15. However, some users have found workarounds or reported that downloads still function, albeit differently R8.
Bolt Browser and Documents A significant number of Bolt Browser and Documents users are experiencing issues with downloading videos and music, particularly from YouTube, stating that the download option has disappeared or no longer works .
Ads and User Experience edge: Browser and Documents ManagerR9R16R19R21
Browser and Documents Manager Users frequently complain about an overwhelming number of ads, describing them as spamming, excessive, long, unskippable, and appearing every few swipes or minutes R9R16R19R21. These ads often interrupt playback and workflow, sometimes redirecting users out of the app R52.
Bolt Browser and Documents Bolt Browser and Documents also suffers from significant ad issues, with users reporting full-screen, unskippable ad spam that can persist even with a VPN unless the app is reinstalled R63.
Reliability and Bugs tieR1R25R58R24
Browser and Documents Manager Beyond download issues, users report other bugs such as the app not working at all R1R25R58, inability to save movies to the gallery R24, unsupported URLs R9R15, and a non-functional passcode feature . Some users also mention the app needing an update R9.
Bolt Browser and Documents Bolt Browser and Documents users report issues like downloaded audio not playing correctly or skipping , videos showing a 'playback error' , and downloaded music being deleted . There are also reports of the app running a 'virus' or causing Wi-Fi issues, though this is a strong claim from a single review .
Features and Enhancements tieR2R8R20R21
Browser and Documents Manager Users appreciate features like playing music offline R2R8R20R21, saving webpages as PDFs R11, and the ability to detect and download various video file types . Requested features include dark mode , a choice to see deleted files , a queue option for playback , and YouTube integration .
Bolt Browser and Documents Users value the app for downloading music videos for free and its equalizer . Requested enhancements include adding back the download feature , supporting HD video downloads , background music playback , an Apple Watch app , and improving metadata editing for pictures . Users also wish for easier transfer of downloaded content to new phones .
Pick Browser and Documents Manager if

you are looking for a free browser and document manager that some users have found workarounds for downloading content, despite recent issues, and you can tolerate frequent ads .

Pick Bolt Browser and Documents if

you previously used Bolt and are hoping for the return of its download functionality, or if you value its equalizer feature .

Evidence note: Both apps are free to download, and much of the negative feedback for both centers around the recent loss or degradation of download functionality, particularly from YouTube. This suggests a common challenge likely related to platform policies rather than inherent app flaws. The ad experience is a significant pain point for both, but reviews for App A describe the ads as slightly more pervasive.

Frequently asked

Can I download videos from YouTube with these apps?
Many recent reviews indicate that both Browser and Documents Manager and Bolt Browser and Documents have significantly reduced or lost the ability to download videos from YouTube, with users reporting the download option is gone or no longer works R3R7R13R15. However, some users of Browser and Documents Manager have found alternative methods to download .
Are these apps free?
Yes, both Browser and Documents Manager and Bolt Browser and Documents are free to download, though Bolt Browser and Documents offers in-app purchases (IAP), which previously included an ad-free subscription R11R77.
Do these apps have a lot of ads?
Yes, both apps are heavily criticized for excessive and intrusive ads, with users reporting frequent, unskippable, full-screen ads that disrupt usage and workflow R19R34R52R63.

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 and Documents Manager 3/5 · US Why can’t I download anymore?: I can’t download anymore. Why? It’s been awesome until now
  2. [R7] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US ?: Why I can’t download songs????
  3. [R13] Browser and Documents Manager 2/5 · US Can’t Download Videos from YouTube: I had a similar app on my last iPhone and I was able to download any video from YouTube but now it’s not allowing me to download videos or music that I want to use to make edits or videos for my own YouTube channel. This app sucks. I can’t gain access to what I need. if these stupid creators of this app don’t fix this app, I swear I’m gonna delete it in a few mo
  4. [R15] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · US URL invalid: I would of given 5 stars to this app because I’ve had it for so long and it’s great for downloading free music and playing it offline. I’ve been using this app for over 4 years to download music from yt, and as of recent it no longer downloads videos it only says URL invalid. Please fix this issue it’s a great app and would like to continue using it.
  5. [R9] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · US Needs an update: Very good app, but needs an update to solve the overwhelming ads and unsupported URl
  6. [R16] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Ads: Know how ads work, but don’t be spamming ads on games I play with false advertising 😂.
  7. [R19] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Useless: Way too many ads. Literally every 2-3 swipes/scrolls. Same annoying ads for stupid games.
  8. [R21] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · US Ads: Too much ads .. but great to download YouTube music for free.. now you have music on the go ..
  9. [R1] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Very weak app, I do not recommend downloading it: it does not work. · translated
  10. [R25] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Didn’t work as stated: Don’t waste your time, look elsewhere
  11. [R58] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Does not work: Does not work
  12. [R24] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · US New bug: I can’t save the movies from this app in the gallery This version has many bugs
  13. [R2] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US So good for music player!!!!: I always play music from this app so easily
  14. [R8] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US BEST APP OUT THERE!: I’m gonna go somewhere for a trip and I remember that I don’t have cellular data so what I did was download my music in this app AND IT WORKS EVEN IN AIRPLANE MODE!!! Recommend.
  15. [R20] Browser and Documents Manager 4/5 · US App Working Again: Finally the app is working again. Now I can download the music and listen without having to worry about the internet.
  16. [R11] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US AMAZING!!!: I am really loving the ability to be able to save web pages into a pdf file so easily! This app is completely free and has so much storage available! I wish I had discovered it sooner!
  17. [R77] Bolt Browser and Documents 5/5 · US How to transfer 1yr Ad-Free Subscription?: I don’t mind redownloading the music - I probably had too many anyway. I do kinda mind that I paid to have a year free without ads but don’t see how to transfer the subscription to my new phone… Honestly, I don’t even see the offer on the app anymore. Is it gone? And can I transfer the subscription to my new phone? My favorite app by the way. It’s strai
  18. [R34] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Excessive ads: It hurts to use this app. Ads play every minute. Closing them only takes you through a succession of several more ads. Did I mention EVERY MINUTE!?!?!?
  19. [R52] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Used to be good: I use the EQ settings for testing audio mixes and it’s been helpful to boost and cut stuff on the fly but MY GOD what in the ever loving f happened here? There’s constantly ads blocking me from playing/pausing/skipping/rewinding or DOING ANYTHING. then they take me out of the app to Temu etc and right out of my work flow. Ten clicks back and I still can’t even stop the playback th
  20. [R63] Bolt Browser and Documents 3/5 · US Need VPN w/ Adblock to not get spammed with full screen unskippable ads: 2 stars off for the ad spam issue. App can never be allowed to connect to internet without VPN w/ ad block. Because if it ever connects unprotected to internet full screen ad spam will continue with or without vpn until you delete and reinstall app.

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