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📆 August 2023 - Best React Native File System Packages

Here's a table listing some of the best React Native File System Packages in August 2023, sorted by popularity / GitHub stars, and maintainability:

ℹ️ Some of these libraries may be complementary to each other, not competing. Choose wisely

Rank Popularity / GitHub Stars Package Maintainability Description
1 ⭐ 4.8k React Native FS ✅ A native file system package for React Native, providing access to the device's file system.
2 ⭐ 3.5k React Native Share ✅ A library for sharing content and files from React Native apps using native sharing features.
3 ⭐ 1.2k React Native Document Picker ✅ A package for picking documents from various sources on Android and iOS devices.
4 ⭐ 800 React Native Camera Roll ✅ A package for accessing and managing the device's camera roll or gallery.
5 ⭐ 400 React Native File Viewer ✅ A library for viewing various file types, such as PDFs and images, in React Native apps.
6 ⭐ 2.7k RN-fetch-blob ❌ Not Maintained.


More Details:


1. React Native FS

  • Advantages:
    • Provides native file system access for React Native apps.
    • Supports file operations like reading, writing, and managing directories.
    • Allows for more advanced file-based storage solutions.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires platform-specific setup and permissions.
    • Complex compared to simple key-value storage.
  • When to use:
    • For projects that need direct access to the device's file system.
    • Ideal for apps that work with files, such as media or document management apps.

2. React Native Share

  • Advantages:
    • A library for sharing content and files from React Native apps using native sharing features.
    • Supports sharing text, URLs, and files with other apps on the device.
    • Enhances user engagement by allowing content sharing.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires platform-specific configuration for sharing.
    • May not be needed for apps without sharing functionality.
  • When to use:
    • For projects that require sharing content or files with other apps.
    • Ideal for apps that want to facilitate user sharing experiences.

3. React Native Document Picker

  • Advantages:
    • A package for picking documents from various sources on Android and iOS devices.
    • Supports various document types and sources, including iCloud and Google Drive.
    • Simplifies document selection and retrieval in React Native apps.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires setup and permissions for access to document sources.
    • May not be suitable for apps that don't require document picking.
  • When to use:
    • For projects that need to allow users to select and work with documents.
    • Ideal for apps that involve file uploads or document management.

4. React Native Fetch Blob

  • Not Maintained.

5. React Native Camera Roll

  • Advantages:
    • A package for accessing