Private Browser Deluxe vs X 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 - 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/
X Browser
Enhance your browsing experience with a focus on privacy and productivity. Organize your online activities with a task planner and manage image metadata using an Exif tool. Enjoy a fast and secure way to navigate the web.
- Private and safe browsing
- Browsing Task Planer
- Exif tool for image location
- Fast browsing experience
- Productivity focused
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We created XBrowser with privacy & productivity in mind, This let you increase your productivity while browsing thanks to our browsing Task Planer. * Browse privately and safe * Create and manage browsing tasks with our Task Planer * Change Image location with our Exif tool * Fast browsing experience
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Private Browser Deluxe at 81% against X Browser's 38%. Private Browser Deluxe also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (14K vs 613). X Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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. X Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.
Private Browser Deluxe holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser Deluxe has 14K ratings behind it against 613, 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 38% of X Browser's.
Private Browser Deluxe ships an update every 3 months, X Browser every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Private Browser Deluxe | X Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (14K ratings) — better | 3.5 (613 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews — better | 37.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 613 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 167 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Maple Media Apps, LLC | Ankhel Wolfgel |
Customer experience
Private Browser Deluxe
X Browser
User reviews
Private Browser Deluxe
From 14K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🔒 Privacy and security features
- 🚀 Fast and efficient browsing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
Room to improve
- 💰 Paid features and subscriptions
- 📢 Intrusive and persistent ads
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
X Browser
From 613 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Good for porn
- 👍 Great!
- 👍 Content for Instagram
- 👍 Positive user experience
Room to improve
- 😠 Scammy app
- 😠 Too many ads
- 😠 Fake app
- 😠 Rip off
- 😠 Ugly ads
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
X Browser
Reported bugs
3 issues- Ads continuously pop-up
- Pop-up commercial type of ads
- Crashes or locks up when contacting support
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
X Browser
No in-app purchases
Questions
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