Comparison

Private Browser Deluxe vs Hola Browser

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

Hola Browser

This app provides a fast and secure web browsing experience with features like desktop mode and an AI image generator. It aims to make web exploration smoother and smarter for everyday use.

Highlights
  • Fast and secure browsing
  • Desktop mode
  • AI image generation
  • Privacy protection
Features
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Experience a lightning-fast and secure browsing experience with Hola Browser! Designed to make your web exploration smoother and smarter, Hola Browser offers powerful features for everyday use: - Fast & Secure Browsing: Enjoy blazing speeds with robust privacy protections to keep your data safe. - Desktop Mode: Switch seamlessly between mobile and desktop views for a better browsing experience. - AI Image Generation: Create stunning and unique images with our built-in AI-powered image generator. With Hola Browser, you get speed, security, and smart tools all in one app. Start exploring the web your way! Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/d41009ff-f1f1-4206-933a-6715eb120758 Terms & Condition: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/5d1f0eb0-2e2a-4d01-9a04-d71ad47a420a

Screenshots

Private Browser Deluxe4 screens
Hola Browser3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hola Browser at none against Private Browser Deluxe's 10. Hola Browser also leads on ads (none vs shown). Private Browser Deluxe's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 227). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Hola Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Private Browser Deluxe against 4.5 for Hola Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser Deluxe has 14K ratings behind it against 227, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Private Browser Deluxe's written reviews are positive against 86% of Hola Browser's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Private Browser Deluxe versus Hola Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate Browser DeluxeHola Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better4.5 (227 ratings)
Positive reviews80.7% of reviews85.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14K — better227
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB23 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCBhautik Golakiya

Customer experience

Private Browser Deluxe

All ratings13,742 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral6.1%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews482 reviews
Positive80.7%
Neutral5.2%
Negative14.1%

Hola Browser

All ratings227 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

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

Hola Browser

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

Hola Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Private Browser Deluxe free?
Private Browser Deluxe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hola Browser free?
Hola Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser Deluxe or Hola Browser?
Private Browser Deluxe is rated higher. Private Browser Deluxe averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Hola Browser averages 4.5 from 227 ratings.
Do Private Browser Deluxe or Hola Browser have ads?
Private Browser Deluxe shows ads; Hola Browser does not.

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