Solid Explorer

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Overview

Solid Explorer is a file manager for Android devices that provides dual-pane navigation for local storage, SD cards, USB OTG, cloud services, and network locations. It organizes files into collections such as Downloads, Recent, Photos, Videos, Music, Documents, and Apps, with support for viewing, editing, and searching files. The app targets users needing advanced file management, including root access, encryption, and remote server connectivity.

Key Features

Dual-pane layout - Two independent panels for file browsing and drag-and-drop transfers.
Cloud storage support - Connects to Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Owncloud, SugarSync, MediaFire, Yandex, Mega.
Network protocols - Supports FTP, SFTP, SMB, WebDav for NAS and server access.
AES encryption - Protects files in secure folders with password or fingerprint.
Archive handling - Creates and extracts ZIP, 7ZIP, RAR, TAR.GZ, TAR.BZ2 archives, including encrypted and split ones.
Organized collections - Categorizes files into Downloads, Recent, Photos, Videos, Music, Documents, Apps.
Batch rename - Renames multiple files using naming patterns.
Internal viewers - Built-in image viewer, music player, and text editor for remote files.
FTP server - Hosts local files for PC access.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	Free (2 weeks trial)	Full features for 14 days, then limited to one panel and basic functions.
Pro	$2.99 (one-time)	Unlimited dual-pane, all cloud/NAS support, encryption, root access, themes.

Platforms & Requirements

Runs on Android devices including phones, tablets, and Chromebooks with mouse/keyboard support. Compatible with latest Android versions; supports SD cards, USB OTG, root access. No iOS or desktop versions available.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Google Drive
OneDrive
Dropbox
Box
Owncloud
SugarSync
MediaFire
Yandex Disk
Mega
FTP/SFTP/SMB/WebDav

Alternatives

App	Difference
Total Commander	Similar dual-pane interface but lacks native cloud support and is more focused on Windows with Android port.
FX File Explorer	Material Design UI with strong privacy features but no built-in FTP server or archive creation.
MiXplorer	Free with root support and customization but interface less polished than Solid Explorer.
Material Files	Open-source, modern UI focused on local files with limited cloud integration.

Reputation

Solid Explorer is praised for its dual-pane layout, extensive cloud and network support, and customization options, making it a top choice for power users. Users appreciate the encryption and archive features. Some criticize the freemium model requiring payment after trial and occasional bugs with SMB shares. It maintains high ratings on Google Play, around 4.5 stars.

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