Comparison

Private Browser Deluxe vs Files Offliner

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Private Browser Deluxe

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
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EXPERIENCE INTERNET PRIVACY Browse your favorite websites without trackers, cookies, or ads; download and store files privately. Keep your search, history & downloads private with an app passcode or Touch ID, or quickly delete by tapping “Destroy.” Personalize your Home Screen with a variety of discreet app icon colors & design choices. ENJOY DELUXE BROWSER FEATURES Unlike some incognito browsers, Private Browser Deluxe has all the functions of a premium web browser, including: - Virtual Private Network (VPN) - Ad blocking - Custom app icons - Choose from a variety of several search engines - Ability to set Private Browser Deluxe as your default web browser - List of potential downloads on each web page - Desktop site requesting - Browsing history can be kept forever, never, or until you exit the app - Bookmarks & Favorites can be easily added & deleted DOWNLOAD QUICKLY & SECURELY Keep your downloads private with powerful background downloading over WiFi or cellular. Manage, pause & resume downloads easily with the download manager. MANAGE FILES EASILY Conveniently edit folders and file structure, file naming & storage locations. Protect your file vault with a passcode or Touch ID. Share via AirDrop or to any app you select on your device. KEEP PRIVATE FILES HIDDEN Exclusive ‘Secret Vault’ feature allows you to stash private files & downloads in a hidden folder, accessible only by you. VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK VPN protects your privacy & data while using any app on your device, allowing you to safely browse the internet without worrying about third-party surveillance. Thanks for using Private Browser Deluxe! Have questions or feedback? Email us at contact@maplemedia.io for fast & friendly support. Website: https://maplemedia.io/ This app offers in-app purchases, including an automatically renewing subscription service. Subscription terms are outlined in the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, linked below: Terms of Service: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service-vpn/#vpn Privacy Policy: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/

About

Files Offliner

Manage your downloaded files with a built-in document browser and track ongoing downloads in a single view. Receive notifications upon completion and initiate downloads via extensions, copy-paste, or drag-and-drop.

Highlights
  • Integrated document browser
  • Ongoing download list
  • Completed download management
  • Download completion notifications
  • Action extension support
  • Copy & paste downloads
  • Drag & drop support (iPad)
Features
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Files Offliner features a list of ongoing downloads, and a system document browser allowing file management of completed downloads, both presented in a single view. Downloads are saved to the app's default documents folder, and a notification is produced when downloads complete. Background downloads may be initiated via: • Action extension • Copy & paste • Drag & drop (iOS currently restricts inter-app drag & drop to iPads)

Screenshots

Private Browser Deluxe4 screens
Files Offliner1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Files Offliner at 5.0 against Private Browser Deluxe's 4.5. Files Offliner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). Private Browser Deluxe's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Private Browser Deluxe sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Files Offliner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Files Offliner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser Deluxe has 14K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browser Deluxe ships an update every 3 months, Files Offliner every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Private Browser Deluxe versus Files Offliner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate Browser DeluxeFiles Offliner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB9 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCJamie Froggatt

Customer experience

Private Browser Deluxe

All ratings13,742 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral6.1%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews480 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative14.0%

Files Offliner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Private Browser Deluxe

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Files Offliner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Private Browser Deluxe

Subscriptions9
  • Browser Deluxe+$0.997 Days
  • Browser Deluxe+ Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Private Browser+ Monthly$4.991 Month
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  • Browser Deluxe+ Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Browser Deluxe+ Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Browser Deluxe+ | Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Browser Deluxe+ | Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Browser Deluxe+ | Annual3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Browser Deluxe +1 Month trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove All Ads$34.99
None

Files Offliner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Private Browser Deluxe free?
Private Browser Deluxe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Files Offliner free?
Files Offliner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser Deluxe or Files Offliner?
Files Offliner is rated higher. Private Browser Deluxe averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Files Offliner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Private Browser Deluxe or Files Offliner have ads?
Private Browser Deluxe shows ads; Files Offliner does not.
Which is updated more often, Private Browser Deluxe or Files Offliner?
Private Browser Deluxe ships an update every 3 months, and Files Offliner every 10 days. Most recently, Private Browser Deluxe was updated on November 4, 2026 and Files Offliner on November 2, 2026.

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