# Aloha Browser vs Avast Secure Browser

Aloha Browser and Avast Secure Browser both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Avast Secure Browser's written reviews are positive against 49% of Aloha Browser's. Aloha Browser's advantage is ratings volume (313K vs 2.1K) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Avast Secure Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 4.7 for Avast Secure Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 2.1K, 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 79% of Avast Secure Browser's.

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Avast Secure Browser every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aloha Browser | Avast Secure Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (313K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aloha-browser-private-vpn/id1105317682/reviews) | [4.7 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avast-secure-browser/id1517761023/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **313K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews | **79.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#114** | — |
| Size | 387 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Aloha Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105317681) | [AVAST Software s.r.o](https://appshunter.io/developer/568017534) |

## What reviewers say

### Aloha Browser

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

**Currently charting:** #114 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly) | $3.99 | 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) | $8.99 | 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


### Avast Secure Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avast-secure-browser/id1517761023)

This browser prioritizes your online privacy and security with built-in VPN, ad-blocking, and data encryption. It protects you from trackers and ISPs, ensuring your browsing is truly private and secure. Enjoy faster browsing without ads and sync your encrypted data across devices.

**Highlights:** Built-in VPN, Ad blocker, Data encryption, Automatic privacy protection, Faster browsing, Cross-platform sync

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Avast Pro 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Avast Pro 1 Month | $7.49 | per month |
| Avast Pro 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Avast Pro 12 Months | $19.99 | per year |
| Avast Pro 12 Months | $29.99 | per year |
| Avast Pro 12 Months | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Quick and responsive
- 👍 Excellent protection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 💰 Paywall for premium features
- 🔋 Can slow down device performance
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🤖 Aggressive ad/upsell tactics

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues between mobile and desktop
- Compatibility problems with certain websites
- VPN disconnects unexpectedly
- Ad blocker not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved tab management
- Sync bookmarks/history across devices
- More granular privacy controls
- Better integration with other Avast products


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aloha Browser free?

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

### Is Avast Secure Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Avast Secure Browser?

Aloha Browser and Avast Secure Browser are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 313K and 2.1K ratings respectively.

### Do Aloha Browser or Avast Secure Browser have ads?

Neither Aloha Browser nor Avast Secure Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Avast Secure Browser?

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Avast Secure Browser every 5 weeks. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on September 25, 2026 and Avast Secure Browser on September 24, 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.*