Feem

Feem transfers files directly between nearby devices, keeping the transfer on the local network instead of sending it through the Internet. Devices can connect using shared Wi-Fi, a hotspot or Wi-Fi Direct, including when Internet access is unavailable. Devices on the same network are discovered automatically and assigned random names by default. Feem supports simultaneous sending and receiving, and includes chat whose messages are deleted after 48 hours. The maker says local transfers use TLS 1.3 encryption and files stay on the local network. Feem pushes files from the sending device rather than pulling them or exposing the full file system by default. Its privacy policy says it does not store chat history or see files shared between devices. Devices need to be near each other on the same local network, and Feem needs to remain in the foreground during transfers because mobile operating systems may interrupt background transfers. It is available for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web and Windows. The free plan includes unlimited file transfers; paid plans start at $4.99 per year.

Feem provides direct local transfers across a wide range of platforms, with chat and simultaneous transfers included. Its proximity and foreground requirements make it unsuitable for sending files to distant recipients or relying on background transfers.

Feem suits people who need to move files between nearby devices, including where Internet connectivity is unreliable or unavailable. Its local-network setup is useful when both devices can connect to the same network.

Overview

Feem is a file-transfer app for moving files directly between nearby devices, including when they share a network without Internet access. It suits people exchanging files at home, school, work, or in places with unreliable connectivity. Its local approach keeps transfers off the Internet, but requires nearby devices and foreground use.

Key features

Feem can connect over shared Wi-Fi, a hotspot, or Wi-Fi Direct, and automatically discovers devices on the same network. Devices receive random names by default, so a paid Personal plan may be worthwhile for users who want recognizable labels. Full-duplex operation lets both devices send and receive at once, making it useful for exchanging files in both directions.

A built-in chat sends messages between connected devices and deletes them after 48 hours. Feem says transfers are encrypted with TLS 1.3 and stay on the local network. Its push-based approach sends files from the sender rather than pulling them or exposing the whole file system by default; the privacy policy says Feem does not retain chat history or see shared files.

The same local design sets a firm boundary: recipients must be nearby on the same network, so Feem cannot deliver files to someone in another city. It also needs to remain in the foreground during transfers; mobile operating systems may interrupt background activity. That makes Feem less suitable for unattended transfers or sending while switching to other apps.

Pricing

The free plan costs nothing and includes unlimited file transfers. It is the sensible starting point for people who can live with ads and default device names and download locations.

Feem Pro iOS costs $4.99 a year and covers iPhones and iPads, including all devices linked to the buyer’s Apple ID. It adds unlimited transfers, no ads, and medium-priority email support. Feem Pro Personal costs $9.99 a year for 1–4 devices, excluding iPhones and iPads; it also removes ads and adds customizable device names and download locations, with medium-priority email support.

Feem Pro Family costs $49.99 a year for 5–19 devices, excluding iPhones and iPads. Feem Pro Business costs $499.99 a year for 20–100 such devices. Both include unlimited transfers, no ads, and email support, with high priority for Family and highest priority for Business. Every paid plan renews manually each year rather than billing automatically, so buyers must renew to continue paid access.

Platforms

Feem supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Its download section specifies Android 10+, Windows 10 and 11, macOS, and Linux distributions including Ubuntu and Fedora. The web interface is another option, while the maker’s reseller API is for approved resellers granting Pro licenses, not a general-purpose transfer integration.

Who it's for

Feem is a practical fit for people sharing files between their own devices or with others in the same place, especially where Internet access is unreliable. Its simultaneous transfers and local chat help with two-way exchanges. It is not the right choice for remote delivery or transfers that need to continue reliably in the background.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Transfers work over shared Wi-Fi, hotspots, or Wi-Fi Direct without Internet access, useful in offline or poorly connected settings.
• Pro: Automatic discovery, full-duplex transfers, and a short-lived chat make local exchanges more convenient.
• Pro: The free plan includes unlimited file transfers, and paid plans add ad removal and tier-specific support.
• Con: Devices must be nearby on the same local network, ruling out sending to distant recipients.
• Con: Feem must stay in the foreground during transfers, which can disrupt multitasking and unattended use.
• Con: Random device names are the default; customizable names and download locations require Personal.

Alternatives

For other peer-to-peer options, browse Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Software. BiglyBT is a free option across Android, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Choose BitComet if its free, non-commercial personal-use terms fit. LibreTorrent is a free, open-source Android torrent client, while Tixati is a free BitTorrent client for Android, Linux, and Windows, with optional donations. FrostWire is a free open-source project for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows. Resilio Sync offers a no-expiration, non-commercial personal plan that requires a license to activate and supports a broad set of platforms. TorrServer is a free, self-hosted torrent streaming server. TorrDroid is another freemium Android option.

Verdict

Choose Feem for direct, unlimited local transfers across a mix of devices, particularly when Internet access is unavailable or unreliable. Its local network requirement and foreground-only transfer behavior are decisive drawbacks for remote sharing or background sending; for those needs, look elsewhere.