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Top 10 Apps to Transfer Data From Android To Android

Bought a new Android Phone? Congratulations! Now you might be looking for easy ways to transfer all the important data from your old Android phone to the new one.

With millions of apps available in the market, it is obvious to get confused in selecting which app to use to transfer the data.This article will discuss the best 10 apps among which will easily transfer data from one Android device to another.

So, let’s begin with the list of Apps:

Apps	Google Play Store Rating
SHAREit	4.1
Samsung Smart Switch	4.3
Xender	3.9
Send Anywhere	4.7
AirDroid	4.3
AirMore	3.9
Zapya	4.5
Bluetooth File Transfer	4.1
LG Mobile Switch	3.7
Huawei Backup	4.2

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1. SHAREit

The first app on the list is one of the most popular and favorite apps of the time: SHAREit. All you need is the downloaded app on both the devices between which the data is to be transferred. The devices need to be connected via Wi-Fi and once that is done, you can see the files you can transfer.

Files of any type like movies, songs, documents, pictures, apps, and much more can be transferred using SHAREit. The receivers can select the files and apps they want to receive without bothering the sender. With SHAREit, you can transfer the files with the speed up to 20 Mb/ second. Not only this, with its CLONEit feature, you can also copy the important data from the sender device within a few minutes.

2. Samsung Smart Switch

Another free app that allows transferring data from one Android device to another wirelessly as well as using a cable is Samsung Smart Switch. It mainly supports Samsung Galaxy devices and even comes preloaded in some Samsung devices like S7, S8, S9, Note 8 and Note 9. It allows the transfer of the data between any two Android devices (Lenovo, HTC, Motorola, etc.). The app can also transfer data between two Android devices through the SD card even.

You can transfer contacts, calendars, pictures, music, text messages, and much more. Another main advantage of using Samsung Smart Switch is that it even allows the devices to connect with devices of other platforms like iOS, Windows, and Blackberry for transferring useful files and folders.

3. Xender

Xender is another user-friendly app for Android users to transfer the data from one Android device to another Android device. All you need is to connect the devices through a hotspot and it doesn’t require any wire, cables, or data connection to transfer files of all types. It allows its users to transfer pictures, videos, messages, games, contacts, and much more.

Not only this, but Xender also allows its users to connect four different devices at the same time to transfer the data. You can even transfer the data across different platforms like iOS and Windows and even to PC without any PC side software installation. Xender can share files at a speed of 40 MB/ second without any restrictions in transferring large files.

4. Send Anywhere

Send Anywhere lets its users transfer the data with maximum protection with strong 256-bit encryption and that is why it is the favorite of maximum users is. The app comes for free with in-app purchases but contains ads. It is a cross-platform and a secure Android data transfer app that lets you transfer the data by entering a special 6-digit code or by scanning the QR code to connect. You can share the data without the help of the internet and mobile data. The data can be shared with multiple people using a custom link.

The app also has cloud storage where the data or files can be stored and then shared with any device. The transferred data is not on any server and can send any number of files and other data. One can also go for Send Anywhere Plus using which data of up to 50 GB can be shared at a single time.

5. AirDroid

Recommended by various tech websites like PCWorld, CNET, BGR, and Lifehacker, AirDroid is one of the best apps to transfer the data at a good speed and on different networks. AirDroid not only lets you transfer the files and folders from one Android device to another Android device but also enables its users to control their Android devices wirelessly using their computers. Even if the screen of your Android device goes blank, you can still do what you will be doing normally on the phone and even can trace the phone if by any chance it gets lost. You can transfer the files from Android to PC and vice-versa.

Another benefit of using AirDroid is that its users can also back up their files from phone to computer while sharing the clipboard between the two devices. The only limitation of using AirDroid is that it does not allow the transfer of data to multiple devices.

6. AirMore

AireMore is a management tool for Android and iOS devices which allows the transfer of data from Android to Android, iOS to Android, and vice-versa. Multiple data types like pictures, videos, messages, and documents can be transferred using AireMore. It comes free of cost and allows its users to move, store, and stream data using an internet connection.

With the latest version of Airemore, you can even store your data on the free cloud storage and save your phone’s space.

7. Zapya

Another best high-speed file sharing app on the list is Zapya. It is a cross-platform app that allows data transfer between Android, iOS, Windows Phone, MAC, etc. Using Zapya, you can connect four devices and transfer files of all formats among them using QR code.

Zapya comes with instant messenger feature which allows its users to chat and share streaming content with the nearby group of friends. With Zapya’s phone replication option, you can also backup and transfer files and folders from old phone to new phone. Zapya is free of cost with no display ads and in-app purchases.

8. Bluetooth File Transfer

Bluetooth File Transfer is one of the most underestimated file transfer apps but in reality, it comes with a fast inbuilt file browser and a clean User Interface. You can share files over a Bluetooth connection using the Android Bluetooth File Transfer App. All the files are transferred using a secure connection as authorization of incoming connections is mandatory while using this app. You can also use the integrated browser to move, copy, cut, and delete items you want to and even zip and unzip files with encryption.

9. LG Mobile Switch

Using LG Mobile Switch, the users can transfer the data from either Android phone or iPhone to a new LG Android phone. The data can be transferred using a Wi-Fi or a cable. It allows easy and fast transfer of data of different types like call logs, messages, contacts, pictures, videos, audio, etc. from an Android device to an LG phone. The app easily transfers the data but the only limitation is that it cannot transfer the data which is stored in the cloud like Google Drive and iCloud.

10. Huawei Backup

Huawei Backup is actually for backing up all the important data in any form like contacts, pictures, videos, call records, apps, etc. on a storage device or in the cloud. This backup is encrypted with maximum security and can even be saved in the memory cars, USB drivers, or clouds. From the place of storage of data, the data can be easily transferred to any new Android device hassle-free.

Each of the app mentioned in the list has its offerings but, according to the ratings given by the users, LG Mobile Switch has received the lowest ratings making it the least favorite of all the users while Send Anywhere tops the list among all the 10 apps.

There are many apps in the market which transfer the data from Android to Android but, from a plethora of apps, the above-mentioned 10 apps are the most efficient and secure apps to transfer the data. Now, the final decision to select the best-fit app depends upon your requirements.

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How to Use Bluetooth to Transfer Files Between Devices

Send data, music, and photos without an internet connection

What to Know

• From an Android device: Open the file manager and select the files to share. Choose Share >Bluetooth. Then select a device to share to.
• From macOS or iOS: Open Finder or the Files app, locate the file and select Share >AirDrop. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
• From Windows: Open the file manager, right-click the file and choose Send to >Bluetooth device. Then select the device to share to.

Use Bluetooth to wirelessly transfer files like photos to and from your mobile devices without incurring data charges. To set up a Bluetooth file transfer between smartphones, tablets, and PCs, enable Bluetooth (and visibility). If a desktop or laptop is involved, set up (or pair) the mobile device with the computer.

Turn Bluetooth On

The steps to turn on Bluetooth on phones and other devices vary. Here are the general steps, with some examples.

Open the Settings app (the icon resembles a gear). To access Settings on Android phones, swipe down from the top to display the notification panel. To access Setting on Windows PCs, go to the Windows Start menu.

Tap Connected Devices on stock Android. Tap Connections on Samsung. Select Devices on Windows.

Select Bluetooth. For quick access to Bluetooth, swipe down from the top of the screen to display the quick settings panel.

Bluetooth has its own section in iOS Settings, toggle it on or off in Control Center.

Turn on the Bluetooth toggle switch to display a list of Paired Devices (such as Bluetooth audio devices you’ve paired with before) and a list of Available Devices.

The receiving device is visible (discoverable) to other devices. A timer may count down the duration of visibility, Bluetooth will turn off when it reaches zero. If there isn’t a toggle switch, the device is visible while the Bluetooth settings are open.

To send files from a smartphone or tablet to a desktop or laptop PC, make sure the mobile device is connected/paired to the computer (this action is performed on the computer).

Send Files from Smartphones and Tablets

To transfer files from a smartphone or tablet to a PC:

Open the File Manager app. This also could be called Explorer, Files, File Explorer, My Files, or something similar. On Android Marshmallow or later, open the Settings app to find the file manager.

If your device doesn’t have a file manager app, download one from the Google Play store.

While iOS has a Files app, it doesn’t generally allow Bluetooth transfers. Instead, it uses AirDrop for non-internet file transfers, which uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Go to the folder that contains the files you want to transfer. Camera photos are usually found in the DCIM folder.

Tap the Menu icon and choose Select.

Select the files you want to send.

Tap the Share icon.

In the list of sharing options, tap Bluetooth.

If the devices haven’t been paired, it may take a few seconds to discover the receiving device.

Tap the Bluetooth device you want to transfer the files to. A message that displays «Sending # Files to [device]» appears on the screen.

A file transfer notification appears on the receiving device that shows the file name, file size, and the sending device. This window may disappear (nothing will be transferred) if no action is taken within 15 seconds. If this happens, send the files again.

Select Accept on the receiving device to download the files. If the receiving device is a computer, choose a folder location. If you want to cancel the transfer, select Decline, Cancel, or Reject, depending on your PC.

Send Files from Computers

While macOS supports Bluetooth, file transfers with that system are managed by AirDrop. Windows PCs are able to send files to a mobile device (and vice versa).

Open a file manager (on Windows, open File Explorer) and go to the folder that contains the file you want to send.

Right-click the file.

Only one file at a time can be transferred over Bluetooth.

Select Send To and choose Bluetooth.

Select Next and follow the prompts to rename the file, choose the Bluetooth device, and send the file.

After several seconds, a notification appears on the receiving device.

Tap Accept on the receiving device to download the file.

Select Finish when the file transfer is complete.

What Is Bluetooth File Transfer?

Bluetooth file transfer is a simple way to send files to another nearby Bluetooth device without the need for a separate app. Bluetooth is compatible with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. Files can be transferred over Bluetooth using Android OS, Fire OS, Blackberry OS, Windows OS, Mac OS, and Linux OS.

Bluetooth file transfer isn’t supported between iOS and Chrome OS. On iOS, you need to use a separate app such as Move to iOS or Apple AirDrop to transfer files and photos from the iPhone to Android or Chrome OS over Bluetooth. Devices that are compatible with Bluetooth file transfer have a system setting that supports Bluetooth and is called Bluetooth Share (or something similar).

Chrome OS 89 adds a feature called Nearby Share, which lets you move files between your Chromebook and other Chrome OS or Android devices instantly and securely.

Why Use Bluetooth File Transfer?

There are several ways to transfer files from smartphone to smartphone, Android to Android, or from one OS platform to another. Bluetooth isn’t the fastest method, but it has the fewest requirements—no app, no cable or hardware, no Wi-Fi network, and no 3G/4G data connection.

When you want to share photos between smartphones, here are the advantages of using Bluetooth:

• Bluetooth vs. USB Cable: If you don’t have the USB charging cable for your device, turn on Bluetooth to transfer files. If you do have the USB cable, it may be the type that plugs into a standard USB port instead of into another mobile device.
• Bluetooth vs. OTG Cable: OTG cables will transfer files between devices, but both devices must support USB OTG and have the right connections for the cables.
• Bluetooth vs. OTG Flash Drive: There are flash drives that have dual connectors for use with computers, smartphones, and tablets. While more convenient than OTG cable, OTG, and connector compatibility between devices is required.
• Bluetooth vs. Personal Hotspot: Not all devices use a personal hotspot (tethering). A personal hotspot requires a fee and a strong 3G/4G signal.
• Bluetooth vs. Portable Media Hub/Hard Drive: Some portable media hubs and hard drives broadcast their own local wireless network for devices to connect to. The mobile device needs the companion app to transfer files and the drive needs its battery charged.
• Bluetooth vs. Wi-Fi Direct: Transferring files over Wi-Fi direct is similar to transferring files over Bluetooth. But Wi-Fi direct isn’t as universal as Bluetooth, not many devices support the feature, and may require an app to use it.
• Bluetooth vs. Cloud Storage/Email: Cloud storage and email work well for saving and sending files. However, each device needs a strong data or internet connection to transfer files or access email.
• Bluetooth vs. File Transfer App: The Google Play Store and the Apple App Store have apps that transfer files from one device to another. Some of these apps only work when both devices have the same app and some may need a wireless or data connection.

Types of Transferrable Files

Most any type of file can be transferred over Bluetooth: documents, photos, videos, music, apps, and more. If a file is stored in a folder on a computer or smartphone, you can send it. The receiving device needs to be able to recognize the file type to open it (for example, if the sending devices transfer a PDF document, the receiving device needs an app that reads PDFs).

The limitation of using Bluetooth to transfer data is the size of the files versus the transfer rate. The Bluetooth transfer rate depends on the version:

• Bluetooth 2.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 2.1 Mbit/s (about 0.25 MB/s).
• Bluetooth 3.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 24 Mbit/s (about 3 MB/s).
• Bluetooth 4.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 24 Mbit/s (about 3 MB/s).
• Bluetooth 5.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 50 Mbit/s (about 6 MB/s).

To use Bluetooth to send an 8 MB photo from one smartphone to another, and both smartphones have Bluetooth version 3.x/4.x, the photo transfers in about three seconds. A single 25 MB music file takes about nine seconds. A 1 GB video file takes about seven minutes. These times reflect the maximum speed, actual data transfer rates are less than the maximum specified.

Compared to other ways of transferring data, Bluetooth is slow. For example, USB 2.0 has an effective throughput of up to 35 MB/s, 11 times faster than the Bluetooth 3.x/4.x maximum rate. USB 3.0, which is the most common, is around 600MB/s. Wi-Fi speeds range from 6 MB/s to over 25 MB/s (depending on protocol version), which is anywhere between two to six times faster than the Bluetooth 3.x/4.x maximum rate.

Tips for Bluetooth File Transfer

To get the best speed and results when transferring files, follow these tips:

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