# Aloha Browser vs Private Web Browser Incognito

The clearest difference is monetization model: Aloha Browser at freemium against Private Web Browser Incognito's subscription. Aloha Browser also leads on ratings volume (315K vs 5.8K) and chart position (#87 vs unranked). Private Web Browser Incognito's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 49%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Private Web Browser Incognito sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Aloha Browser against 4.5 for Private Web Browser Incognito. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 315K ratings behind it against 5.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Aloha Browser's written reviews are positive against 61% of Private Web Browser Incognito's.

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Private Web Browser Incognito monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aloha Browser | Private Web Browser Incognito |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (315K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aloha-browser-private-vpn/id1105317682/reviews)** | [4.5 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-web-browser-incognito/id1406553615/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **315K** | 5.8K |
| Positive reviews | 49.5% of reviews | **60.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#87** | — |
| Size | 274 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Aloha Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105317681) | [AlgoTwist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543053355) |

## What reviewers say

### Aloha Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aloha-browser-private-vpn/id1105317682)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers a secure and private browsing experience with a built-in VPN and ad blocker. Enjoy media playback, background audio, and data saving features. Premium options unlock enhanced VPN capabilities and file sharing.

**Highlights:** Private browsing, Unlimited VPN, Ad blocker, Media player with background playback, Data saver, Private tabs with TouchID/Passcode lock, QR code reader

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $5.49 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $10.49 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient browser
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎥 Excellent video player with advanced controls
- 💾 Reliable file downloading and management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads and notifications
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality within the app

**Reported bugs**

- Video playback issues when switching between apps or locking the device
- Inconsistent behavior when downloading files from different websites
- VPN connection problems and disconnections

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Improve tab management and organization
- Implement background audio playback
- Introduce password protection for sensitive folders


### Private Web Browser Incognito

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-web-browser-incognito/id1406553615)

This secure web browser prioritizes your privacy by automatically clearing browsing data like history, cookies, and cache upon exit. It offers passcode and biometric protection for enhanced security and includes features like an ad blocker and download manager.

**Highlights:** Automatic history clearing, Automatic cache clearing, Automatic cookie clearing, Passcode protection, Biometric authentication, Optional ad blocker, Download manager

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Month Full Unlimited Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Month Full Unlimited Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Month Full Unlimited Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Month Full Unlimited Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Year Full Unlimited Pass | $19.99 | per year |
| Year Full Unlimited Pass | $19.99 | per year |
| Passcode Protection | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Screen Browsing | $1.99 | one-time |
| Private Downloads | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Upgrades Forever | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent privacy protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Innovative features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Paid premium version required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Websites not loading properly due to UI issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete or edit bookmarks
- Improved customer support
- Full-screen mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aloha Browser free?

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

### Is Private Web Browser Incognito free?

Private Web Browser Incognito is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Private Web Browser Incognito?

Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 315K ratings, while Private Web Browser Incognito averages 4.5 from 5.8K ratings.

### Do Aloha Browser or Private Web Browser Incognito have ads?

Neither Aloha Browser nor Private Web Browser Incognito shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Private Web Browser Incognito?

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Private Web Browser Incognito monthly. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on November 3, 2026 and Private Web Browser Incognito on November 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*