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Head-to-head

Browser and Documents Manager vs File Manager & Browser

Browser and Documents Manager 4.6★ · Free to download · ⚠ stale 75
Winner Browser and Documents Manager
File Manager & Browser 4.5★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 45

Browser and Documents Manager (App A) is the better choice for users primarily focused on media downloading and offline playback, despite its ad issues, while File Manager & Browser (App B) struggles with basic file management functionality and a confusing pricing model.

Full reviews: Browser and Documents Manager · File Manager & Browser

Browser and Documents Manager (App A) excels as a media downloader and offline player, frequently praised for its ability to save web pages and music, though it's heavily criticized for excessive ads and recent download issues. File Manager & Browser (App B) aims to be a comprehensive file manager but is plagued by bugs, outdated features, and a deceptive free-to-paid transition, making it less reliable for core file management tasks.

Head to head

Features (Downloading & Offline Use) edge: Browser and Documents ManagerR2R3R7R8
Browser and Documents Manager App A is highly valued for its ability to download music and videos for offline playback, with users specifically mentioning playing music in airplane mode and saving web pages as PDFs R2R8R11R23. However, many recent reviews indicate significant problems with downloading functionality, with users reporting 'URL invalid' errors and an inability to download from YouTube R3R7R13R15. Some users found workarounds for downloading, suggesting the feature still exists but is less intuitive .
File Manager & Browser App B's reviews do not prominently feature media downloading capabilities. Instead, users discuss managing various file types, including PDFs and Word documents . However, there are complaints about not being able to open password-protected documents or save videos .
Ease of Use & Reliability edge: Browser and Documents ManagerR1R14R23R24
Browser and Documents Manager App A is described as simple and easy to use by some, especially for its core downloading function R14R23. However, recent updates have introduced confusion and bugs, with users struggling to find download options and experiencing issues like not being able to save movies to the gallery R24. Some users report the app not working at all R1.
File Manager & Browser App B receives numerous complaints about being difficult to use and unreliable. Users struggle with basic functions like deleting files, renaming files, and moving files . Several reviews mention the app not working on newer iPhones or after iOS updates, leading to lost files or crashes . There are also reports of files not showing content after being downloaded .
User Experience (Ads & Interface) tieR9R12R16R19
Browser and Documents Manager App A is heavily criticized for an overwhelming number of ads, with users reporting ads appearing every few scrolls, every minute, or every song, making the app almost unusable R9R16R19R21. Many users also request a dark mode feature R12.
File Manager & Browser App B also has complaints about ads, with users seeing them immediately upon opening the app . Additionally, some users find the interface outdated and lacking modern features like drag-and-drop . There's also a specific complaint about poor color contrast (blue on black) making screens hard to see in daylight .
Security & Privacy edge: Browser and Documents ManagerR22R39R40R76
Browser and Documents Manager App A has a few serious accusations of malware and privacy concerns, with users questioning why it needs physical location data R22R40. The passcode feature is also reported to be buggy and ineffective, allowing anyone to bypass it R39.
File Manager & Browser App B faces severe accusations of malware and spyware, with users claiming it was used for remote surveillance, cannot be removed, and that it changes passwords and adds apps R76R82R100. This raises significant security red flags.
Price & Value edge: Browser and Documents ManagerR11R48R70R97
Browser and Documents Manager App A is advertised as completely free and many users appreciate the free storage R11. Its main drawback in terms of value is the overwhelming number of ads, which some users would pay to remove if it were an option R48.
File Manager & Browser App B is listed as 'Free + IAP' but is heavily criticized for deceptive pricing. Users report that despite being advertised as free, it immediately demands subscription information after a 3-day trial or requires card information to activate R70R97R103. Some users express willingness to pay a one-time fee to remove ads but are only offered bundles .
Pick Browser and Documents Manager if

you prioritize downloading media (music, videos, web pages) for offline access, are willing to tolerate frequent ads, and need a free solution R2R8R11R23.

Pick File Manager & Browser if

you are looking for a basic file organizer and are comfortable with potentially outdated features and a confusing pricing model, though App A is generally a better choice for file management as well .

Evidence note: Recent reviews for App A are heavily skewed negative due to download issues and excessive ads, which contrasts with its higher lifetime rating. App B's reviews are consistently negative regarding functionality and pricing, despite its lifetime rating being only slightly lower than App A's. The 'free vs paid' asymmetry is notable for App B, where its 'free' tier is misleading, leading to frustration from users expecting a truly free experience.

Frequently asked

Can I download videos from YouTube with Browser and Documents Manager (App A)?
Many users report recent issues with downloading videos from YouTube, often receiving 'URL invalid' messages, though some users have found alternative methods to make it work R3R7R13R15.
Are there many ads in Browser and Documents Manager (App A)?
Yes, users frequently complain about an overwhelming number of ads, appearing every few scrolls, every minute, or every song, which significantly hinders the app's usability R9R16R19R21.
Is File Manager & Browser (App B) truly free?
No, despite being advertised as 'free,' many users report that App B immediately requires a subscription after a 3-day trial or demands card information to activate, leading to accusations of bait-and-switch tactics R70R97R103.
Does File Manager & Browser (App B) have security issues?
Several users have raised serious concerns, alleging that App B is malware or spyware, claiming it can be used for remote surveillance, cannot be removed, and may lead to changed passwords and unauthorized app additions R76R82R100.

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. [R2] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US So good for music player!!!!: I always play music from this app so easily
  2. [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
  3. [R7] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US ?: Why I can’t download songs????
  4. [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.
  5. [R1] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Very poor app, I do not recommend downloading: It does not work. · translated
  6. [R14] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US Perfectly: Out of 5 downloaded, this is the only one that works perfectly without slumps 5+ · translated
  7. [R23] Browser and Documents Manager 5/5 · US excellent and simple: Finally, a simple vid downloading app that detects video so I can watch movies offline.
  8. [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
  9. [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
  10. [R12] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · US Dark mode: Wish it had dark mode
  11. [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 😂.
  12. [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.
  13. [R22] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Malware BEWARE!!!: _____/^
  14. [R39] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · GB Passcode Feature Not Working: The passcode feature has stopped working. You can set the passcode in the ‘More’ section but when you open the app again it doesn’t ask for the passcode. Face ID also doesn’t work correctly. Once set it does ask for face verification upon opening the app but anyones face works and you can even just click cancel and it lets you in anyway!
  15. [R40] Browser and Documents Manager 1/5 · US Malware: What kind of file manager needs to know my physical location?
  16. [R76] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Unrecognizable: I never downloaded this app and I can confirm my device was recently infected… most likely malware
  17. [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!
  18. [R48] Browser and Documents Manager 3/5 · GB Too many ads: I really like the app, but the ads are making me look for another solution. I’d pay £1-£2 to remove the ads, but that doesn’t seem to be an option
  19. [R70] 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
  20. [R97] 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.
  21. [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
  22. [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.
  23. [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 ..
  24. [R103] File Manager & Browser 1/5 · US Not happy: I want to cancel this. I should have it free on my phone.
  25. [R82] 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
  26. [R100] 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

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