# Private Browser Deluxe vs Light Surf Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Private Browser Deluxe at 81% against Light Surf Browser's 20%. Private Browser Deluxe also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (14K vs 61). Light Surf Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 and Light Surf Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Private Browser Deluxe holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser Deluxe has 14K ratings behind it against 61, 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 20% of Light Surf Browser's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Browser Deluxe | Light Surf Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-deluxe/id1008508212/reviews)** | [3.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-surf-browser/id1625888117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 61 |
| Positive reviews | **81.0% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 167 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) | [KALATI LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625888119) |

## 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


### Light Surf Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-surf-browser/id1625888117)

Browse the web without intrusive ads and enjoy background audio playback for music and films. This utility offers virus protection and privacy features like password protection and Touch ID support, while also helping to conserve internet data.

**Highlights:** Ad Blocker, Background Audio Playback, Virus Protection, Password Protection, Touch ID Support, Data Saving

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $32.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $82.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Private Browser Deluxe free?

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

### Is Light Surf Browser free?

Light Surf Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Private Browser Deluxe or Light Surf Browser?

Private Browser Deluxe is rated higher. Private Browser Deluxe averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Light Surf Browser averages 3.3 from 61 ratings.

### Do Private Browser Deluxe or Light Surf Browser have ads?

Private Browser Deluxe shows ads; Light Surf Browser does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*