# Tob Browser + Private Browser vs TOR Browser

The clearest difference is rating: TOR Browser at 4.6 against Tob Browser + Private Browser's 3.0. TOR Browser also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 37%) and ratings volume (19K vs 473). Tob Browser + Private Browser's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tob Browser + Private Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TOR Browser sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TOR Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TOR Browser has 19K ratings behind it against 473, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Tob Browser + Private Browser's written reviews are positive against 74% of TOR Browser's.

Tob Browser + Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, TOR Browser every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tob Browser + Private Browser | TOR Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (473 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tob-browser-plus-private-browser/id1063151782/reviews) | **[4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tor-browser-vpn-plus-onion-browser/id1450809061/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 473 | **19K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.3% of reviews | **74.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 41 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Privacy Browser Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499146512) | [Brick Dust Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618925110) |

## What reviewers say

### Tob Browser + Private Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tob-browser-plus-private-browser/id1063151782)

This app offers a private browsing experience by masking your IP address and blocking ads. It allows access to .onion websites and provides tools to clear browsing data and disable tracking scripts. Browsing may be slower due to the anonymization network.

**Highlights:** Anonymous internet browsing, Access .onion websites, Change IP address, Clear cookies and cache, Disable tracking scripts, Built-in content blocker

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited A | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited B | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited C | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast browsing
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Tor-like functionality on iOS

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Doesn't load certain pages
- 🐛 Captchas not working properly
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Freezes when opening multiple tabs
- Search functionality not working
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Allow disabling of active scripting
- Improve captcha handling
- Add more VPN options
- Provide better subscription clarity


### TOR Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tor-browser-vpn-plus-onion-browser/id1450809061)

Enhance your online privacy and anonymity with a secure browser that routes traffic through the TOR network. It blocks trackers, ads, and hides your IP address for a safe browsing experience, even accessing .onion sites.

**Highlights:** Anonymous web browsing via TOR, Access .onion websites, Hide IP address, Block trackers and ads, Secure public Wi-Fi, Auto-clear history and cookies

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Discounted Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly @ 50% Less | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| TOR+VPN Premium @ Lowest Price | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly @ 50% Less | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly with free trial | $10.99 | per month |
| Discounted Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly @50% Less | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $58.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable VPN
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Tor and VPN in one app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Intrusive ads and upsells for premium
- ⏱️ Slow browsing speeds at times
- 🤔 Confusing settings and features

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to disable VPN or switch providers
- Inconsistent behavior when connecting/disconnecting
- Syncing issues between app and device settings

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved server selection and stability
- Better transparency around data collection
- Easier access to Tor browser functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tob Browser + Private Browser free?

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

### Is TOR Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tob Browser + Private Browser or TOR Browser?

TOR Browser is rated higher. Tob Browser + Private Browser averages 3.0 out of 5 from 473 ratings, while TOR Browser averages 4.6 from 19K ratings.

### Do Tob Browser + Private Browser or TOR Browser have ads?

Neither Tob Browser + Private Browser nor TOR Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tob Browser + Private Browser or TOR Browser?

Tob Browser + Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, and TOR Browser every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tob Browser + Private Browser was updated on October 16, 2026 and TOR Browser on October 20, 2026.

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