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ES File Explorer

A Tier
Excellent
89
4.7321K ratings
2.8recent reviews
FreeIn-App Purchases
8mosince update
Productivity
category
Utilities
category
17+age rating
24languages
Made for iPhone
Made for iPad
Made for Apple Watch

What is ES File Explorer?

Manages local and network files, with tools for transfers, archives, media, PDFs and code.

ES File Explorer is a file management tool for local and network files. It also includes file transfer, archive, media playback, PDF, novel and code editing tools.

Pricing. ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Organizing and sorting files on a device
  • Transferring files between a phone and computer over WiFi
  • Browsing or editing PDF and code files

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Why this app is in A tier

89/100The average of 4 parts, with no weights
Rating95
Ratings95
App Store search rank96
Update recency72

A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

ES File Explorer scores 89 out of 100: rating 95, rating count 95, App Store search rank 96, update recency 72. The four parts are averaged and A tier follows from that score within this list.

Description

ES File Explorer is a local and network file management tool that can help you manage files easily.

The main function

-File management
You can create new directories, rename, move, delete files, etc.
Support file sorting by name, date, size
The iPad version supports features such as split screen, picture-in-picture, and drag-and-drop operations between apps

  • file transfer

WiFi transmission function: support the transfer of files between the mobile terminal and the computer terminal
Face-to-face fast transfer function: support for transferring files between mobile phones

Read more

-Compress and decompress
Support the compression and decompression of ZIP, RAR, 7Z format files
Support Chinese password

-Built-in audio and video player
Support functions: double-speed playback (0.5~2.0), background playback, small window playback, etc.
Can directly play audio and video resources in the network disk, local area, and local area network

-Netdisk aggregation
No need to download, you can access and use the files in the network disk
Support simultaneous login with multiple accounts on the same network disk
Support mainstream network disks such as Baidu network disk, google drive, OneDrive, dropbox, etc.

Remote service access

SMB, FTP, WebDAV

-Built-in PDF editor
Support PDF file browsing
PDF file editing: supports highlight, underline, strikethrough, pen and other functions

-Built-in novel reader
Support TXT, EPUB format, continuous optimization

-Built-in code editor
Supports browsing and editing of 47 code formats such as json, js, log, java, php, swift, xml, net, etc.
Support code theme switching, font size adjustment, encoding format adjustment

-Other functions
Automatic backup function: support incremental backup of system albums and ES local files to Baidu network disk, SMB, FTP, WebDAV
Recycle bin function: support ES local files to be temporarily stored in the ES recycle bin after deletion to prevent file loss
Browser: Support web browsing
Application lock: protect user privacy and safety

ES PRO

  • When you purchase ES PRO, you will Unlock all premium features.
  • ES PRO is billed monthly or annually at the rate corresponding to the selected plan.
  • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
  • According to the Apple Store policy, your subscription will be automatically renewed after the free trial ends.
  • Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period.
  • Your account will be charged according to your plan for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase.

Terms of Service: http://esfile.do-global.com/h5/user_manual.html
Privacy Policy: http://www.estrongs.com/privacyStatement/en/index.htm
Email: esfileexplorerfeedback@outlook.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialESFileExplorer/
YouTube: https://goo.gl/YVXXV3

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Questions about ES File Explorer

Which archive formats does it support?

It supports compression and decompression of ZIP, RAR and 7Z files.

Can it access network drives or cloud storage?

It supports SMB, FTP and WebDAV, and lists Baidu Netdisk, Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox among supported network disks.

Does ES PRO include a free trial?

The listing refers to a free trial but does not state its duration. Not stated on the App Store.

Is ES File Explorer free?

ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases.

Is ES File Explorer right for me?

ES File Explorer is built for organizing and sorting files on a device, transferring files between a phone and computer over wifi, browsing or editing PDF and code files. It sits in the file management list on AppTierList.

Is ES File Explorer worth it?

ES File Explorer is A tier, ranked #12 of 40 file management apps with a score of 89 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 320,844 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 11 apps rank above it.

How does ES File Explorer compare to File Manager & Documents?

ES File Explorer is A tier at 89; File Manager & Documents is A tier at 89. They score the same. ES File Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases, File Manager & Documents is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is ES File Explorer updated?

ES File Explorer was last updated on 2026-03-24, 235 days ago.

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Ranking

Lists
File Management (A tier, #12) · File Transfer (B tier, #20)
Tier
A (Excellent)
Score
89 / 100
Rank in list
#12 of 47
Ranking certainty
settled

Ratings

App Store rating
4.7 out of 5, every App Store country
Ratings
320,844
Recent reviews
2.8 from 20 in the last 180 days

App

Price
Free + IAP
App Store category
Productivity
Current version
(235 days ago)
Size
276 MB
Requires
iOS 13.0 or later
Age rating
17+
Languages
24
Runs on
iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch

Links

Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
not verified

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