| Feature | AnyTrans 8.9.5 | iTunes / Finder | 3uTools | iMazing 3 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | ~$40 (Lifetime) | Free (Crippled) | Free (Spyware risk) | ~$60 | | Selective Transfer | Excellent | No | Good | Excellent | | Ringtone Maker | Built-in | No | Built-in | Plugin needed | | WhatsApp Backup | Yes | No | No | Yes | | iOS 17/18 Support | No (Only up to iOS 16) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
In the ever-evolving ecosystem of Apple devices, managing content between an iPhone, iPad, and a computer remains a persistent challenge. While iTunes (now Finder on macOS Catalina and later) offers a baseline solution, power users have long sought a more intuitive, faster, and feature-rich alternative. Enter iMobie AnyTrans . iMobie AnyTrans 8.9.5 Build 20230213
However, in 2025, it is a . If you have stayed on iOS 16 or lower for jailbreak or performance reasons, this build is a 9/10 tool. For modern users, you must look to AnyTrans 9, iMazing 3, or Apple’s native Files app. | Feature | AnyTrans 8
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (3/5) – Powerful but outdated. However, in 2025, it is a
This article takes an in-depth look at a specific, stable release: . We will explore what this version offers, its standout features, performance benchmarks, security protocols, and whether it remains a viable tool for iOS management today. What is iMobie AnyTrans? For the uninitiated, iMobie AnyTrans is a premium iOS file manager and data transfer tool designed for Windows and macOS. Unlike the restrictive nature of Apple’s native sync, AnyTrans allows users to selectively transfer music, photos, messages, apps, contacts, and even WhatsApp chats between an iPhone/iPad and a computer, or directly between two iOS devices.
Before purchasing any license, verify your iOS version. If it’s above 16.4, do not buy Build 20230213. Request the latest version from iMobie support instead.