iExplorer vs Syncios Manager
iExplorer
macroplant.comSyncios Manager
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| Figure | iExplorer | Syncios Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $2.91/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Spec score · Phone Transfer Software | 7.6 (#27) | 8.7 (#2) |
| Integrations | Contacts can be exported as VCard files for Outlook, Gmail, Apple Contacts, and other services. | Contacts can be backed up to XML, vCard or Outlook, while contacts, messages, call history and calendars can be exported as HTML or CSV. |
| Security and privacy | Macroplant says it does not sell personal information and that online-store purchases are securely processed by Stripe, which does not make card information available to Macroplant. | The privacy policy says Syncios limits personal-data sharing, does not sell personal information and uses PayPal, 2Checkout and Paddle for payments. |
| Support | Macroplant provides an iExplorer support center, support tickets, tutorials, and registration-code recovery. | The download center says support replies are provided by email within 48 hours, and the product pages advertise 24×7 technical support. |
Plans
iExplorer
- Basic$39.99, paid once
- Universal$49.99, paid once
- Family$69.98, paid once
Syncios Manager
- Free VersionFree
- 1 Year Subscription$34.95 a year
- Lifetime License$44.95, paid once
- Business License$249 a year
In their own words
iExplorer
iExplorer has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Syncios Manager
Syncios Manager is desktop software for managing, backing up, and restoring data on iOS and Android devices. It runs on Windows and macOS and supports transfers between phones and computers. Users can selectively back up or restore contacts, messages, call logs, music, videos, photos, ebooks, apps, and files. Contacts, messages, call history, and calendars can be exported as HTML or CSV; contacts can also be backed up to Outlook, XML, or vCard. Media tools transfer music and videos, manage playlists, and remove duplicate songs. Photo features include album management, downloads from iCloud Photo Stream, HEIC-to-JPG conversion, and image compression. The software can manage device files and folders and import or export apps, ebooks, and bookmarks. Listed utilities include a HEIC converter, photo compression, ringtone maker, audio converter, and video converter. The product page states compatibility with iOS 27 and Android 16, while technical specifications list iOS 9–26 and Android 3.0–16. A free version is listed, along with a 1 Year Subscription at $34.95 a year, a Lifetime License at $44.95 as a one-time purchase, and a Business License at $249 a year.