Comparison

Atom Browser vs CC Browser

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Atom Browser

This utility app offers a streamlined browsing experience with built-in ad blocking and a dedicated night mode for comfortable reading. It allows access to desktop versions of websites and supports private browsing, enhancing user privacy and convenience.

Highlights
  • No push notifications, news, or ads
  • Built-in Adblock Plus
  • Night mode for reading
  • Desktop website access
  • Baidu ad-free search
  • Privacy mode browsing
Features
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The web, on your terms. Follow an idea. Choose where to search. Stay with what interests you. Atom combines ad filtering, its own behavior detection, flexible search, video controls, AI summaries and extensions to give you more control over everyday browsing. BLOCK ADS AND UNWANTED BEHAVIOR Established ad-filter lists work alongside Atom's behavior-based detection to help reduce ad pop-ups, dynamically inserted ad resources and suspicious redirects. Choose Conservative, Balanced or Strict detection and adjust individual controls. SEARCH YOUR WAY Type or use voice input, switch search providers or add a custom search engine. Keep destinations close with favorite sites, editable shortcuts and recent visits. CONTROL WEB VIDEO Choose 0.5x–16x speed options on supported videos. Use a floating player, Picture in Picture or full screen. Loop playback, skip, capture a frame, mirror the image, lock controls or set a sleep timer. UNDERSTAND AND CUSTOMIZE Generate page summaries, categories and keywords in multiple languages through a supported third-party AI account. Import compatible Web Extensions or create and import UserScripts. Optional extensions add Markdown reading and other page tools. EVERYDAY TOOLS Page translation, full-page screenshots, find in page, auto-refresh, QR tools and source viewing. Manage downloads, organize local files, extract ZIP archives and use bookmarks, Reading List and private tabs. Optional iCloud sync covers bookmarks and selected settings. AVAILABILITY Web Extensions and AI page tools require iOS/iPadOS 18.4 or later. Extension and script compatibility depends on the APIs used. AI summaries require signing into DeepSeek, Doubao or Kimi; starting a task sends required page text to the selected provider. Provider availability, limits and results vary. Some extension interfaces currently use Chinese. Markdown and additional page tools require separate extension import. Filtering and video features vary by website and media. Private tabs do not provide anonymity. Download only content you have permission to save; DRM-protected content and some streams are unsupported. FILTER PLANS Mini includes EasyList China starter rules, focused on Chinese-language sites. Atom Pro is an additional purchase and adds EasyList, EasyPrivacy, anti-circumvention and annoyance filters. Maintained Pro rules are delivered with app updates. Subscriptions and purchases Monthly Pro and Annual Pro renew automatically. Lifetime Pro is a one-time purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account on confirmation. Subscriptions renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. The purchase screen displays the applicable local App Store price. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions. Use Restore Purchases on the Atom Pro screen to restore eligible purchases. Mini remains available when a subscription expires. No Atom account is required. Terms of Use: https://www.seawealthy.com/atom/protocal/v1/member.html Privacy Policy: https://www.seawealthy.com/atom/protocal/v1/privacy_url

About

CC Browser

Features
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CC Browser is a modern browser built around secure and isolated workspaces. Keep browsing sessions, website accounts, downloads, and personal data organized in separate environments while enjoying powerful browsing tools, AI workspace features, immersive media playback, and productivity utilities. Key Features Secure Workspace System • Isolated browsing workspace separated from regular browsing sessions • Independent management of browsing history, cookies, sessions, and website data • Encrypted local storage for browsing records and downloaded files • Optional passcode protection for local access • Separate download management inside the secure workspace • Designed for users who want stronger privacy, better organization, and more control over their browsing data Multi-Profile Website Management • Manage multiple accounts on the same website • Create separate website identities • Quickly switch between profiles without repeated sign-ins and sign-outs • Keep personal, work, and other accounts organized AI Workspace • Quick access to multiple AI platforms • Save and manage AI conversation history • Search conversations across supported AI services • Bookmark important conversations and content • Quickly return to the original platform and conversation Ask AI • Open supported AI platforms while browsing • Automatically fill webpage content into prompts • Simplify workflows such as summarization, translation, research, and content creation • Reduce repetitive copy-and-paste actions VR Video and Media Experience • Support for VR180 and VR360 video playback • Dedicated VR player for immersive viewing • Gyroscope-based viewing controls • Gesture controls and convenient viewpoint switching • Play local videos and online videos • Full-screen and Picture-in-Picture support • Adjustable playback speed controls Resource Scanner • Scan supported webpages for available media resources • Discover videos, images, and audio content • Batch download accessible resources • Convenient resource collection and management tools Smart and Flexible Browsing • Multi-tab browsing support • Switch between mobile and desktop browsing modes • Built-in ad blocking for a cleaner browsing experience • Dark mode and theme support • Quick access to bookmarks, browsing history, and frequently visited pages • Multiple search engine support Built-in Productivity Tools • QR code scanner using the camera • Text recognition from photos • Bookmark organization and management • Smart clipboard detection for links and text content • HTML preview and editing tools Downloads and File Management • Download and manage common file types • Built-in file preview support, including PDF viewing • Search, rename, organize, and share downloaded files • Download progress and status management CC Browser focuses on providing a secure, organized, and efficient browsing experience while helping users manage website identities, AI workflows, media resources, and everyday browsing activities in one place. AI-related features provide access and management tools for supported third-party AI services. Availability and functionality may vary by service. Terms of Service:https://github.com/catscai/macos_app_local_tool/blob/cc_browser/TERMS_OF_SERVICE_EN.md Privacy Policy:https://github.com/catscai/macos_app_local_tool/blob/cc_browser/privacy_policy.md

Screenshots

Atom Browser4 screens
CC Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CC Browser at Free against Atom Browser's $1.99. Atom Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CC Browser is free to download; Atom Browser costs $1.99 up front. CC Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Atom Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Atom Browser ships an update every 4 days, CC Browser fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Atom Browser versus CC Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAtom BrowserCC Browser
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB21 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developerli jiacheng艳青 蔡

In-app purchases

None

Atom Browser

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CC Browser

Subscriptions2
  • CC Browser Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • CC Browser Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Web Resource Pack$2.99

Questions

Is Atom Browser free?
Atom Browser costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CC Browser free?
CC Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Atom Browser or CC Browser have ads?
Neither Atom Browser nor CC Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Atom Browser or CC Browser?
Atom Browser ships an update every 4 days, and CC Browser fortnightly. Most recently, Atom Browser was updated on October 22, 2026 and CC Browser on October 10, 2026.

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