Xender
FreeTransfer files between phones and computers.
Free, open-source AirDrop alternative that sends files between nearby devices over local Wi-Fi with no account or internet. If it is not working for you, here are 8 apps that do the same job, closest match first.
Built from official pricing pages and app store listings, prices checked 2026-11-01. Not paid to be here.| App | Price | Platforms | Pick it if |
|---|---|---|---|
| LocalSend (the app you have) | Free and open source | Everywhere | - |
| Send Anywhere | Free | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
| Xender | Free | Apple | you want a close match |
| SHAREit | Free download | Apple | you want a close match |
| Photo Transfer | Free download | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
| Zapya | Free | Apple | you want a close match |
| Filemail | Free download | Apple | you want a close match |
| WeTransfer | Free transfers up to 2GB. Paid plan prices could not be loaded from the pricing page | Web, iPhone | you want something simpler |
| Simple Transfer | Free download | Apple | you want a close match |
Send files of any size between devices.
Transfer files between phones and computers.
Share files, photos, videos and music between phones and computers.
Send photos and videos between devices over Wi-Fi.
Share files between devices without a cable or data.
Send large files fast with a download link.
Send large files by link without an account, free up to a size limit, with paid plans for bigger transfers.
Pick it if you want something simpler.
Move photos and videos from your iPhone to a computer over Wi-Fi.
We matched these apps to LocalSend by what they are for, who they suit and where they run, using our research on each app's official website and app store listing. We have not tested them hands-on for this page. Check the price on each app's own site before you buy.