Documents by Readdle
by Readdle Technologies Limited · Utilities & Tools · File & Scanner
A comprehensive file manager for iOS with document viewing, media playback, and cloud service integration.
Quick Answer: Documents by Readdle has a verified Real Score of 4.3/5 based on 9,500 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.8/5. Highly recommended by verified users.
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Pros & Cons
What Users Love
- All-in-one file manager
- Supports nearly every file format
- Built-in browser and downloader
- Cloud service integration
Common Complaints
- iOS only
- Some features behind subscription
- Can feel overwhelming
- Large app footprint
Verified Reviews (20)
The file manager iOS should have built
Apple's Files app is basic. Documents by Readdle handles every file type, connects to every cloud service, and has a built-in browser. It's what Files should be.
Opens literally everything
PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ZIP, RAR, MP4, FLAC - I haven't found a file format it can't handle. One app for all file types eliminates the need for multiple viewers.
Cloud services all in one place
Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, iCloud, FTP servers - all accessible from one interface. Moving files between cloud services without a computer is genuinely liberating.
Built-in browser downloads anything
The integrated browser with download manager lets you save files from the web directly into organized folders. Downloading PDFs, music, and documents is straightforward.
Feature overload for casual users
There are so many features that the app can feel overwhelming at first. If you just need a simple file viewer, this might be overkill. Power users will love it though.
PDF annotation is comprehensive
Highlighting, notes, stamps, freehand drawing, text boxes, and signature tools for PDFs. The annotation toolkit rivals dedicated PDF editors. All built into the file manager.
Music player is surprisingly good
Playing downloaded music files with EQ settings, playlists, and background playback. The built-in media player handles both audio and video well. Swiss army knife app.
Wi-Fi transfer between devices
Transferring files between my Mac and iPhone over WiFi without cables or AirDrop is fast and reliable. Drag and drop in the browser to my phone. Simple and effective.
Subscription unlocks the best parts
PDF editing and some cloud features need the subscription. The free version is good but the paywall for editing feels restrictive. Core features should be free.
ZIP handling is seamless
Creating and extracting ZIP and RAR files directly on iPhone. No need to transfer to a computer for compression tasks. Archive management on mobile done right.
Integration with other Readdle apps
Works beautifully with Scanner Pro and Spark. The Readdle ecosystem on iOS is cohesive. Files scanned in Scanner Pro appear in Documents automatically.
VPN for private browsing included
A built-in VPN for the integrated browser adds privacy when downloading files. Not a full device VPN but for in-app browsing, the privacy layer is a nice touch.
Offline access to cloud files
Marking cloud files as available offline downloads them for access without internet. For traveling or spotty connectivity, offline cloud files are essential.
Folder structure is flexible
Creating nested folders, color-coding, and tagging makes organization intuitive. The file management system is more capable than Apple's built-in Files app.
Essential iPad productivity app
On iPad with keyboard, Documents becomes a genuine productivity workstation. File management, document viewing, and web downloads on the big screen. iPad power user essential.
SFTP and WebDAV support
Connecting to SFTP and WebDAV servers for file access is a feature most file managers skip. For developers and power users, server file access from mobile is valuable.
Takes up a lot of storage
The app itself plus cached files can eat several GB of storage. On 64GB iPhones, this matters. Regular cache clearing is necessary to keep storage manageable.
Share extension works everywhere
The share extension for saving files from any app into Documents is reliable. See a PDF in Safari? Share to Documents. Attachment in email? Save to Documents. Universal.
Regular updates keep it fresh
Readdle consistently updates Documents with new features and format support. The active development means the app keeps pace with iOS changes and new file formats.
Can't imagine iOS without it
Documents by Readdle has been on my iPhone for 5 years. It fills every gap in iOS file management. The most essential third-party utility app on my phone, no question.
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Last updated: April 2026