FileBrowser: Documents Manager
What is FileBrowser?
Manage files across computers, network drives and cloud storage on iPhone or iPad.
FileBrowser connects to computers, network drives and cloud storage so you can browse and manage files. It includes viewers for documents, photos and media, plus tools for file operations and annotations.
Pricing. FileBrowser is $7.99 to download on the App Store.
Good for
- Moving files between a computer and cloud storage
- Viewing documents and photos stored on network drives
- Streaming movies or music using AirPlay or Chromecast
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Why this app is in S tier
S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
FileBrowser scores 94 out of 100: rating 94, rating count 84, App Store search rank 98, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged and S tier follows from that score within this list.
Description
Use your iPad or iPhone to connect to your home computers, network drives and cloud storage. Easily upload/download/copy files and folders from one location to another, and browse your content using a variety of built-in viewers.
*** FileBrowser remains the best option if you're looking for a file manager that supports a variety of external connections and also integrates deeply with iOS - Federico Viticci - MacStories ***
*** FileBrowser's setup varies for every device, and the automatic wizards work super-well.
Charlie Sorrel - Cult of Mac ***
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Ultra-fast browsing of your computers. Faster than Windows Explorer or Mac Finder and our users agree!
GET ORGANIZED
FileBrowser gives you everything you need to keep your files effortlessly organized:
Move, edit, delete, rename, copy, zip and unzip. Download files from the web and paste them wherever you choose.
MULTI-TABBED BROWSING
Our FileBrowser suite of apps are the first file management apps to support multiple tabs. Connect to many of your locations at once and switch between them with ease. Use iPadOS split-screen mode to drag & drop between multiple windows.
CONNECT TO
Windows, Mac, Linux, Time Capsule, NAS drives, portable WiFi drives, SMB, Samba.
Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive, WebDAV, FTP and SFTP.
Link to the same cloud storage with multiple accounts, if you have more than one Dropbox account, for example.
EXTEND THE FILES APP
FileBrowser allows you to access all your connections from the iOS Files app and other apps that use this as their document chooser, bringing network access to those apps.
EDIT IN-PLACE
No more copying of documents between apps. Launch an app to edit a network document in-place, such as Word or Pages or any of the Office and Mac suite. Changes are saved to the original document automatically.
BLAZINGLY FAST
Create bookmarks to your favorite locations & folders. Use a single tap to connect and browse to a favorite folder.
PHOTO VIEWER
Browse your photos wherever they are stored and display them on your TV or projector using AirPlay or Chromecast. Easily flick through holiday snaps or use the built-in slideshow feature.
STREAM YOUR MOVIES / MUSIC
Stream movie files or listen to music, both with AirPlay™ and Chromecast support. Use our built-in viewers or stream video to other apps.
DOCUMENT VIEWER
View Microsoft Office, Apple Pages, Numbers, KeyNote, PDF, text files, source code, HTML, and many more using the built-in viewers.
ANNOTATE PDFS AND IMAGES
Use the built-in annotation tools for PDFs and images, or use the iOS annotation tools to add notes, drawings or highlight text.
SECURITY AND ENCRYPTION
FileBrowser securely stores your passwords in the iOS keychain and uses iOS encryption features to protect your local content. Protect local files using a password, TouchID or FaceID.
CONNECT ANYWHERE
Connect to your Mac or PC when away from home. See our website for details: https://www.stratospherix.com/setupvpn
TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST
FileBrowser has many features that we would like to tell you about. Check out our website. You'll be amazed!
https://www.stratospherix.com/products/filebrowser
FIRST CLASS SUPPORT
User manuals and help are available at stratospherix.com/support with how-to articles and videos. You can also email us for fast, friendly support.
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Questions about FileBrowser
What locations can it connect to?
It connects to Windows, Mac, Linux, NAS drives and cloud services including Google Drive, Dropbox, Box and OneDrive.
What kinds of files can I view?
The built-in viewers support Microsoft Office, Apple Pages, Numbers, Keynote, PDF, text, source code and HTML files, among others.
How does the app protect passwords and local files?
It stores passwords in the iOS keychain and uses iOS encryption features to protect local content. Local files can be protected with a password, Touch ID or Face ID.
Is FileBrowser free?
No. FileBrowser is $7.99 to download.
Is FileBrowser right for me?
FileBrowser is built for moving files between a computer and cloud storage, viewing documents and photos stored on network drives, streaming movies or music using airplay or chromecast. It sits in the file management list on AppTierList.
Is FileBrowser worth it?
FileBrowser is S tier, ranked #4 of 40 file management apps with a score of 94 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 26,900 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 3 apps rank above it.
How does FileBrowser compare to Amerigo File Manager?
FileBrowser is S tier at 94; Amerigo File Manager is S tier at 95. Amerigo File Manager ranks higher. FileBrowser is $7.99 to download, Amerigo File Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases.
How often is FileBrowser updated?
FileBrowser was updated 28 days ago, which counts in its favour.
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All the facts
Ranking
- Lists
- File Management (S tier, #4) · File Transfer (B tier, #22)
- Tier
- S (Best in class)
- Score
- 94 / 100
- Rank in list
- #4 of 47
- Ranking certainty
- settled
Ratings
- App Store rating
- 4.7 out of 5, every App Store country
- Ratings
- 26,900
- Recent reviews
- 3.1 from 10 in the last 180 days
App
- Price
- $7.99 (USD)
- App Store category
- Utilities
- Current version
- (28 days ago)
- Size
- 74 MB
- Requires
- iOS 15.6 or later
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 13
- Runs on
- iPhone, iPad
Links
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- not verified
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
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