# Private Browser Deluxe vs Firefox Focus

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Firefox Focus at none against Private Browser Deluxe's 20. Firefox Focus also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Private Browser Deluxe's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 63%). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Private Browser Deluxe sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Firefox Focus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Firefox Focus holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firefox Focus has 82K ratings behind it against 14K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of Private Browser Deluxe's written reviews are positive against 63% of Firefox Focus's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Private Browser Deluxe ships an update every 2 months, Firefox Focus monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Browser Deluxe | Firefox Focus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-deluxe/id1008508212/reviews) | **[4.7 (82K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefox-focus-privacy-browser/id1055677337/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14K | **82K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.2% of reviews** | 62.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 157 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) | [Mozilla](https://appshunter.io/developer/380366936) |

## What reviewers say

### Private Browser Deluxe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-deluxe/id1008508212)

Browse the internet privately with a secure VPN and ad blocker. Download and store files securely, with options to hide them in a secret vault. Customize your experience with discreet app icons and choose your preferred search engine.

**Highlights:** Secure VPN, Ad blocking, Private file vault, Custom app icons, Download manager, Passcode/Touch ID protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Browser Deluxe+ | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Insider Offer - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Browser Deluxe+ Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Browser Deluxe+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Private Browser+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Browser Deluxe+ | $4.99 | per month |
| Browser Deluxe+ Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Browser Deluxe+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Browser Deluxe+ \| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Insider Offer - Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Private Browser Deluxe+ Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Browser Deluxe+ \| Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Private Browser Deluxe+ Annual | $34.99 | per year |
| Browser Deluxe+ \| Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Private Browser Deluxe + | $49.99 | per year |
| Browser Deluxe Plus | $49.99 | per year |
| Private Browser Deluxe Bundle | $129.99 | per year |
| Remove All Ads | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Privacy and security features
- 🚀 Fast and efficient browsing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid features and subscriptions
- 📢 Intrusive and persistent ads
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- Bookmarks and downloads not working properly
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Freezing and lagging on certain websites

**Requested features**

- Improved bookmark and tab management
- Customizable home page and settings
- Built-in ad-blocking or content filtering


### Firefox Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefox-focus-privacy-browser/id1055677337)

This privacy-focused browser offers an always-on ad and tracker blocker for faster, distraction-free browsing. It automatically erases your browsing history, passwords, and cookies with a single tap, ensuring your online activity remains private.

**Highlights:** Always-on ad blocking, Tracker protection, One-tap history deletion, Minimalist design, Home screen shortcuts, Faster page loads

**Features:** Safari Extension, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent privacy and security features
- 👍 Clean, minimalist design
- 👍 Convenient single-tab browsing
- 👍 Seamless Safari integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to full Firefox
- 🔍 No support for tabs or bookmarks
- 🔍 Inability to set as default browser

**Reported bugs**

- Back button not working properly
- Compatibility issues with certain websites
- Inconsistent behavior when opening links from other apps

**Requested features**

- Add support for multiple tabs
- Implement bookmark and password management
- Introduce a dark mode option
- Allow setting Firefox Focus as the default browser


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Private Browser Deluxe free?

Private Browser Deluxe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Firefox Focus free?

Firefox Focus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Private Browser Deluxe or Firefox Focus?

Firefox Focus is rated higher. Private Browser Deluxe averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Firefox Focus averages 4.7 from 82K ratings.

### Do Private Browser Deluxe or Firefox Focus have ads?

Private Browser Deluxe shows ads; Firefox Focus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Private Browser Deluxe or Firefox Focus?

Private Browser Deluxe ships an update every 2 months, and Firefox Focus monthly. Most recently, Private Browser Deluxe was updated on September 24, 2026 and Firefox Focus on September 24, 2026.

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