There is plethora of iPhone transfer apps available, however, each with their own unique features and limitations.
Here we share the 10 best iPhone data transfer applications based on their features, ease of use, and device compatibility.
Read on to know which one meets your iOS data transfer needs…
1. Stellar Data Recovery for iPhone
Price: $39.99/ 1 year license
Stellar Data Recovery for iPhone has an export function that lets you transfer files from PC to iPhone. You can easily move your photos, videos, audio, Contact, Calendar, Notes and Safari Bookmarks from Windows PC to iPhone, iPad or iPod.
The software quickly transfers a large number of files at one go. It has a strikingly easy-to-use interface. You can preview photos, videos, messages etc., before transferring them.
Unlike other tools, it lets you connect and transfer data to multiple iOS devices at a time. The software interface prompts you to choose the desired device to which you want to transfer data.
The iPhone data transfer software also has a powerful recovery feature. It restores lost and deleted data from iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, iTunes and iCloud. You can save the recovered data on your iOS device as well as computer. The app is also used to transfer data from old iPhone to new iPhone.
Compatible with iOS 16.x, the Stellar software works on all models of iPhone (includes series of 14, 13, 12, 11, XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 7, and below), iPad and iPod Touch.
It supports Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 computers and macOS Ventura, Monterey and below versions.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Transfers without iTunes
- Quick to transfer large number of files
- Connects two iOS devices to computer at a time
Cons
- Transfer function not available for macOS
Bonus function
Recovers lost or deleted data from iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch
2. IOTransfer 3
Price: $24.99/ 1 year license
IOTransfer 3 is not just an efficient iPhone transfer app, but a storehouse of valuable features.
It can transfer photos, videos, music, contacts, music, iBooks, Podcasts, Voice Memos, and Apps between iPhone, iPad, iPod and PC.
With IOTransfer, you can also copy any file from your computer to the Apple device. IOTransfer is a video downloader and converter too. It lets you download videos from websites directly to PC, iPhone, iPad or iPod. You can manage your iPhone data files, create backup, clean your iOS device and free up space on your mobile by using IOTransfer.
Its AirTrans feature allows you to wirelessly transfer files between iPhone, iPad and computer by using Wi-Fi.
It is not a free iPhone transfer software. However, offers seven-day trial period, which is free and you can do up to 20 transfers per day.
Pros
- Highly intuitive user interface
- Batch transfer of photos and videos
- Option to transfer files wirelessly
- Connects two iOS devices to computer at a time
Cons
- Not available for Mac
Bonus functions
- Data backup
- File Management
- Smart Data Cleaning/Deleting
- Free video downloader
- Video converter
3. WALTR 2
Price: $39.95
WALTR 2 makes iPod and iPhone file transfer pretty easy. The software works without iTunes.
Simply download the tool on your computer and connect your iPhone. Next, drag your photos, music, Ringtones, movies, videos, TV shows, iBooks, Audiobooks, PDF, and ePUB, onto the software interface. The app uses ‘Smart Automatic Content Recognition,’ which automatically places the files into the relevant folders on your connected iPhone or iPad.
You can use the app to transfer data to new iPhone from computer by simply dragging the desired files to the software interface.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Works on both Windows and macOS
Cons
- Can transfer limited iPhone data types
- Expensive with limited data support
4. Dr.Fone – iOS Transfer
Price: $39.95/ 1-year license
With Dr.Fone iOS Transfer, you can move your contacts, SMS, photos, music, and videos between iPhone, iPad, iPod, PC and Mac without using iTunes.
The software also helps you to manage your iPhone data by exporting, adding, and deleting iPhone data. It converts photos, videos and music files to iDevice compatible format during transfer.
It works with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP and macOS 10.13 (High Sierra), 10.12(Sierra), 10.11(El Capitan), 10.10 (Yosemite), 10.9 (Mavericks), and 10.8.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Available for Windows and Mac
Cons
- Installation requires an active Internet connection
Bonus functions
- Add, edit and delete iPhone data
5. Tansee iOS Music&Video Transfer
Price: $19.95/ 1year license/ 1 PC
Tansee iOS Music&Video Transfer is iOS 12 compatible iPhone transfer software. You can transfer music (purchased music and synced music), video (purchased video and synced video), voice memos, and podcasts from iPhone/iPad/iPod to Windows computer.
The user-friendly app lets you save your iDevice music and videos to any location on your computer.
Tansee can run on almost all the Windows OS including Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 2003 and Windows 98.
The software supports all generations of iPhones (iPhone XS/XS MAX/XR/X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 plus and older), iPad, and iPod (includes iPod Touch, iPod nano, iPod mini, iPod shuffle and iPod classic)
Free trial version is available.
Pros
- Multiple device compatibility
- Supports all Windows OS versions
- Software upgrade is free
Cons
- Can transfer limited types of iOS data
- Can transfer only purchased music and videos
- Needs iTunes installation
6. iMyFone TunesMate iPhone Transfer
Price: $29.95 / 1 year license / PC
iMyFone TunesMate iPhone Transfer lets you transfer media files between iPhone/ iPad/ iPod, computer and iTunes.
The software uses drag and drop method to transfer the desired music, videos, photos, playlists, podcasts, TV shows, ringtones, podcasts, audiobooks etc., between iPhone and computer.
It can transfer iOS data both with and without iTunes. Additionally, TunesMate can also build corrupt or damaged iTunes Library.
It works with Windows 10/8/7 and macOS X 10.7 and 10.13.
Free trial version is available.
Pros
- User-friendly
- Available for Windows and macOS
- Preview before transfer
Cons
- Cannot transfer Camera Roll and Photo Stream from computer to iOS
Bonus function
- Rebuild damaged or corrupted iTunes Library
7. Xilisoft iPhone Transfer
Price: $29.95
Xilisoft iPhone Transfer can copy your files from iPhones, iPads, iPods, to PC and vice versa. The intuitive GUI lets you easily transfer photos, videos, podcasts, audiobooks, music, ebooks, and apps.
Xilisoft is also an efficient file manager, which lets you to organize and edit playlists and photos. You can sync your iPhone music with iTunes library as well.
The software is compatible with Windows XP and above operating systems. It supports macOS too.
Pros
- Can connect iPhone as external hard disk
- Support multiple device connectivity
Cons
- Needs iTunes installation
Bonus functions
- Organize and edit playlists and photos
- Sync iPhone music with iTunes library
8. CopyTrans Photo
Price: $19.99
Use CopyTrans Photo if you want to transfer photos and videos to iPhone or iPad from computer and vice versa.
Simply connect your iOS device to computer. The software loads the existing pictures and videos from your iOS device. You can view, delete or move them to computer.
You can select the desired photos and videos. Next, drag and drop them to transfer on your computer or iOS device.
The ‘Slideshow’ option enables you to view the photos from your computer or iPhone.
CopyTrans Photo supports all iPhone, iPad and iPod touch models. It works with Windows 10/ 8.1/ 7.
Pros
- Easy to use
Cons
- Very limited media file support
- Doesn’t support macOS
9. Aiseesoft FoneTrans
Price: $49.95
Aiseesoft FoneTrans is an iPhone transfer app that exports over 16 types of iPhone data. It enables you to transfer music, movies, TV Shows, music videos, podcasts, iTunes U, Ringtones, Audio Books, Voice Memos, photos, Playlists, Albums, ePub, PDF, and Contacts between the iPhone, iPad, iPod, and computer.
You can export Contacts and messages to Outlook or the Windows Address Book too.
In addition, the software also backs up files stored on an iOS device to iTunes. FoneTrans is helpful if you want to transfer files from old iPhone to new iPhone.
FoneTrans supports Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Supports Windows and macOS
Cons
- Contacts and messages transfer process is slow
Bonus function
- Manage photos on iPhone
- Manage the songs playlists
10. iExplorer
Price: $39.99
iExplorer is not a feature storehouse but an efficient iPhone transfer software. You can transfer music, messages, photos, Voicemails, Contacts, Calendar Events, Reminders, Notes etc., from iPhone, iPod, iPad, iTunes, to computer. It allows export of files from iPhone and lets you backup data on your PC or Mac.
The software is fast to transfer hundreds of pictures, videos and songs. You can preview the items before exporting them to computer.
iExplorer is easy to use and works on both Windows and macOS.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Exports messages as .csv or .txt files
Cons
- Slow transfer
- Demo version is frequently interrupted by purchase pop ups
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