# xEngine for Safari — Use Any Default Search Engine

> Customize Safari's default search engine with custom and AI options. (iPhone/iPad app by 磊 汪.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xengine-for-safari/id1663123715 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [磊 汪](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063627762)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xengine-for-safari/id1663123715/reviews.md

## What is xEngine for Safari?

xEngine — Customize Your Safari's Default Search Engine

Tired of Safari's limited search options? xEngine gives you control.
Switch between a wide range of search engines — or add your own, including AI engines like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity — all without sacrificing privacy.

Key Features:

- Choose from popular engines like Brave, Yandex, Startpage, ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and more
- Add and manage your own custom search engines
- Local processing only — xEngine never collects your data

Simple. Private. Yours.
Download xEngine and search the web your way.

## Key features

- Customize Safari's default search engine
- Support for popular search engines
- Add custom AI search engines
- Local data processing for privacy
- Manage your own search engines

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xengine-for-safari/id1663123715/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works fine

*2026-05-31*

I use it to set my default search to my local instance of SearXNG… works like a champ!

### 1/5 — Privacy Fault

*2025-06-28*

As my dear Developer mentioned in app's privacy descriptions,
that "Dtata Not Collected" = Wrong. 
if data does not collect, then why are you granting permission when add it into safari extension... 
Original Permit Note: "This extension can read and alter web pages, visit and see your browsing history on all websites.
This includes sensitive information from web pages, including passwords, phone numbers and credit cards."

Allow for all website = ?

if we select "ask or deny" option, xEngine do not work, fully stopped.

And you did not gave a single chance for "money deduction" after the app installation after first time try it and check it. 
Please refund money if can or make me understand if any miss sense from my side.

### 4/5 — Works as intended!

*2025-04-21*

After following the instructions, it works just as I hoped!  All my searches now go to StartPage.  My only disappointment is that it doesn’t seem to work in private tabs despite enabling it to work in private mode.  But perhaps I am missing something.  I can settle for DDG at least in that scenario!

### 5/5 — Better than others

*2025-03-05*

I've tried a few other extensions for using a custom search engine in Safari and I find this one works the best. It seems to load the custom engine directly rather than having the default engine load then redirecting.

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2024-12-26*

No work

### 1/5 — Not working properly

*2024-10-14*

Broken on iOS18. Was working fine before, now it only works if choosing Google in safari settings.

### 2/5 — Shouldn’t need full access for all websites

*2024-06-21*

it’s supposed to replace the default search engine, so it should only need the permission for reading Google.com (and maybe the others) and not all the website.

Please fix that and it will be 5 stars.

Otherwise, since It’s not open source, how are we supposed to trust this extension?

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2024-06-21*

Used to work every time, now it loads ddg for most of my searches as that’s the Safari default. Was good while it lasted.

### 1/5 — Literally Did not work at all

*2024-04-03*

I downloaded, opened the app, followed the prompts, allowed the extension, selected Brave as my search engine and NOTHING HAPPENED lol even restarted my phone and still nothing

**Developer response:** You need to grand history permission, and set “All Websites” to “Allow”.

### 5/5 — Everything I ever wanted from Safari!

*2023-10-29*

Ingenious! Exactly what I have been looking for so long and finally I can switch back to Safarai as my default browser.

## Frequently asked questions about xEngine for Safari

### What is xEngine for Safari?

xEngine for Safari is a utility app that lets you change Safari's default search engine. You can choose from many popular engines or add your own, including AI options like ChatGPT.

### Does xEngine for Safari collect my data?

No, xEngine for Safari processes all data locally on your device. The developer states that it never collects your data, ensuring your privacy.

### What search engines can I use with xEngine for Safari?

You can choose from engines like Brave, Yandex, Startpage, ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. You can also add your own custom search engines.

### How much does xEngine for Safari cost?

xEngine for Safari is a paid app priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions mentioned.

### What devices support xEngine for Safari?

xEngine for Safari is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires iOS 4+.

### How often is xEngine for Safari updated?

The latest version, 26.3.20, was released on March 24, 2026. This indicates frequent updates, though the exact frequency is not specified.

### What is the user sentiment for xEngine for Safari?

Based on 6 ratings, xEngine for Safari has an average rating of 3.3 stars. This suggests mixed user satisfaction.

### Is xEngine for Safari suitable for children?

Yes, xEngine for Safari has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.3.20 — 2026-03-24

Reimagined our brand icon with a sleek new gradient, meticulously crafted to feel right at home on the modern design language of the newest OS release.

### 25.10.15 — 2025-10-16

Added support for iOS 26 Liquid Glass

### 1.3.0 — 2025-04-27

Thank you so much for using xEngine. This release includes:

- add more AI engines
- support dark icon
- bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.2.2 — 2024-06-18

Thank you so much for using xEngine. This release includes bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.2.1 — 2024-05-20

Thank you so much for using xEngine. This release includes bug fixes and improvements.

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