Since Google still only reveals a tiny portion of the file system to Android end users, most intermediate and “power” users have a go-to file manager that they use on a regular basis. ES File Explorer was, at least until recently, one of the most popular options on the Play Store – it offers a simple interface, a robust set of tools, and it’s been available for years. But recent changes have made long-time fans of the app wary; now ES File Explorer includes a built-in web browser, “junk cleaner” notifications, and “recommended apps” (read: advertisements), among other bells and whistles that no one really asked for in a file manager.
After Adding A Bunch Of Bloat To The Free App, ES File Explorer’s $3 ‘Pro’ Version Will Take Some Of It Away was written by the awesome team at Android Police.
Source: Andriod Police