Private Browser Deluxe vs Private Browser ++
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Secure VPN
- Ad blocking
- Private file vault
- Custom app icons
- Download manager
- Passcode/Touch ID protection
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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 - Choice of Google, Yahoo, and Bing 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/
Private Browser ++
This secure web browser prioritizes user privacy with features like a tracking-free search engine and no-image mode. Access browsing history and bookmarks securely using biometric authentication. Enjoy a modern, multi-tab interface with eye-friendly vision protection.
- Tracking-free search engine
- Biometric access to history
- Biometric access to bookmarks
- No-Image mode
- Vision protection mode
- Multi-tab design
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Private Browser is a fast, secure, and modern web browser. Privacy is the #1 goal in its design, whatever is browsed stays here. We didn’t just give up convenience for privacy - you can still access browsing history and bookmarks through Touch ID or Face ID. - Always launch from search engine, never displays your - Use a search engine that doesn’t track you - Allows accessing bookmarks with Touch ID or Face ID authentication (on eligible devices, in-app purchase required) - Allows accessing history with Touch ID or Face ID authentication (on eligible devices, in-app purchase required) - No-Image mode: hides all images from a website - Vision protection mode: change background color to a color that’s friendly on the eyes - Modern, multi-tab design Acknowledgements: - Photo by Gnist Design from Pexels • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Private Browser ++ at none against Private Browser Deluxe's shown. Private Browser ++ also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (92% vs 81%). Private Browser Deluxe's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 33). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Private Browser Deluxe sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Private Browser ++ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Private Browser ++ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser Deluxe has 14K ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Private Browser Deluxe's written reviews are positive against 92% of Private Browser ++'s.
| Parameter | Private Browser Deluxe | Private Browser ++ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (14K ratings) | 4.7 (33 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 81.2% of reviews | 91.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 33 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 157 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Maple Media Apps, LLC | Touchberry |
Customer experience
Private Browser Deluxe
Private Browser ++
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
Private Browser ++
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Private Browser Deluxe
- Browser Deluxe+$0.997 Days
- Insider Offer - Monthly2 variants$2.991 Month
- Browser Deluxe+ Weekly$2.997 Days
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- Browser Deluxe+ Monthly$4.991 Month
- Private Browser+ Monthly$4.991 Month
- Browser Deluxe+1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Browser Deluxe+ Weekly$4.997 Days
- Browser Deluxe+ Monthly$9.991 Month
- Browser Deluxe+ | Monthly$9.991 Month
- Insider Offer - Yearly$24.991 Year
- Private Browser Deluxe+ Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Browser Deluxe+ | Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Private Browser Deluxe+ Annual3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Browser Deluxe+ | Annual3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Private Browser Deluxe +1 Year trial2 variants$49.991 Year
- Browser Deluxe Plus1 Year trial$49.991 Year
- Private Browser Deluxe Bundle1 Year trial$129.991 Year
- Remove All Ads$34.99
Private Browser ++
- Entire Life Premium Feature$4.99
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