# Private Browser Deluxe vs Files Offliner

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Browser Deluxe | Files Offliner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-deluxe/id1008508212/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-offliner/id1448101894/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 167 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) | [Jamie Froggatt](https://appshunter.io/developer/933327498) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Browser Deluxe+ | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Browser Deluxe+ Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Private Browser+ Monthly | $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 |
| Browser Deluxe+ \| Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Browser Deluxe+ \| Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Browser Deluxe + | $49.99 | 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


### Files Offliner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files-offliner/id1448101894)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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