Comparison

Sidefari vs eBrowser

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

Head to head
About

Sidefari

This app acts as a companion to Safari, offering a "mini" version of the browser within other applications. It allows for convenient access to Safari features and content blockers, enhancing privacy and user experience.

Highlights
  • Safari View Controller integration
  • Content blocker support
  • Open Modally in Safari extension
  • Side-by-side browsing on iPad
  • Privacy-focused browsing
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Sidefari is a simple web browser that is designed to act as a companion to Safari. Sidefari uses a feature built into iOS called the Safari View Controller to display a "mini" version of Safari that shares many features of the full Safari app, like content blockers. How can this help you? In iOS 10.2 and newer: Sidefari features an extension called "Open Modally in Safari" that will enable you to bring a Safari-based window inside of other apps that enable ways to share website URLs. Why would you want to do this? Perhaps you prefer the convenience of having some Safari features inside the same app, or if you're conscious about your privacy perhaps you don't want to use the custom web browser many apps have. In iOS 9: When on an iPad, besides the "Open Modally in Safari" extension mentioned above, Sidefari shows as an extra Safari-based browser on the side of your screen when summoned to the side thanks to multi-tasking. Now you'll be able to have two websites simultaneously on the same screen. ** Please note that compatible iPads include the iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4, and iPad Pro, or greater. Please refer to the "How to set up the extension" inside the app to learn more about how to enable Sidefari.

About

eBrowser

Browse the internet privately and securely with a feature-rich web browser. It automatically deletes cookies and history upon closing and offers robust file management and transfer capabilities. Enjoy a clutter-free and personalized online experience.

Highlights
  • Incognito browsing by default
  • Automatic cookie and session deletion
  • Tabbed browsing
  • Download manager with pause/resume
  • File manager with media players
  • File transfer via Wi-Fi and USB
  • RAR and Zip file extraction
Features
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eBrowser is a private, incognito-only browser built for speed, safety, and total control over your downloads. No history saved, no tracking — every cookie and session is wiped the moment you close the app. Unlike most "private" browsers, eBrowser also doubles as a full file manager: download, organize, play, and unzip your files without leaving the app. PRIVACY & SECURITY • Permanent incognito mode — nothing is saved unless you choose to • Auto-delete cookies and sessions on close • Optional passcode lock for the app • Choose your search engine: Google, Bing, or Yahoo POWERFUL BROWSING • Tabbed browsing — switch instantly between sites • Bookmark manager, find-in-page, text zoom, reader mode • Custom User-Agent support • Check HTTP connection details DOWNLOAD MANAGER • Download files, images, and videos with one tap • Pause, resume, or cancel downloads anytime • Real-time progress bar • Background downloads — keep browsing while files finish FILE MANAGER • Built-in audio player with playlist and cover art • Built-in video player • Create folders, move, copy, rename • View PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, TXT, HTML • Unzip RAR and ZIP files, including password-protected archives • Share files directly with other apps or friends • Wi-Fi and iTunes file transfer support Whether you're researching, shopping, or just browsing privately, eBrowser keeps your activity hidden and your files organized — all in one app.

Screenshots

Sidefari2 screens
eBrowser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Sidefari at none against eBrowser's shown. Sidefari also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (145 vs 18). eBrowser's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sidefari sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and eBrowser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sidefari has 145 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sidefari ships an update every 3 weeks, eBrowser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sidefari versus eBrowser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSidefarieBrowser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (145 ratings)4.4 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings145 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB144 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperFrancisco CantuEyermin Colon Sanchez

Customer experience

Sidefari

All ratings146 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral6.2%
Negative20.5%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive65.9%
Neutral4.9%
Negative29.3%

eBrowser

All ratings17 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral11.8%
Negative5.9%

Bugs and requests

Sidefari

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Won't do anything for iPad Gen/Air
  • Flat out broken
  • Unable to use
  • Won't Install on iPhone
  • Causes phone to reboot
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  • Freezes and stops working
  • Close animation is super annoying
  • Keyboard input focus issues
  • System crashes every time
  • Makes Safari unstable

Requested features

6 requests
  • iPhone X update
  • Ability to have two Safari apps open simultaneously
  • Improve keyboard input focus
  • Add bookmarks or a Safari homescreen
  • Send Safari page to Sidefari as well as the other way
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  • Dark mode option

eBrowser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sidefari

One-time4
  • Tip$0.99
  • Generous Tip$2.99
  • Giant Tip$4.99
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  • Gargantuan Tip$9.99
1 purchases

eBrowser

One-time1
  • Premium Private eBrowser$9.99

Questions

Is Sidefari free?
Sidefari is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is eBrowser free?
eBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sidefari or eBrowser?
eBrowser is rated higher. Sidefari averages 4.0 out of 5 from 145 ratings, while eBrowser averages 4.4 from 18 ratings.
Do Sidefari or eBrowser have ads?
eBrowser shows ads; Sidefari does not.
Which is updated more often, Sidefari or eBrowser?
Sidefari ships an update every 3 weeks, and eBrowser every 2 months. Most recently, Sidefari was updated on November 2, 2026 and eBrowser on November 3, 2026.

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