Aloha Browser vs Orbot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Aloha Browser
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.
- Private browsing
- Unlimited VPN
- Ad blocker
- Media player with background playback
- Data saver
- Private tabs with TouchID/Passcode lock
- QR code reader
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Your privacy should be the default, not a feature. Aloha Browser gives you everything you need to browse privately, block ads and trackers, and download files — in one app, with nothing extra to install. Hundreds of millions of users trust Aloha because it does what other browsers won't: it puts your privacy first by default, not as an afterthought. BLOCK ADS AUTOMATICALLY Ads slow you down and track you across the web. Aloha removes them before they load — every page is faster, cleaner, and distraction-free with no ads. No setup required. BROWSE WITH A BUILT-IN FREE VPN Protect your connection on any network with Aloha's integrated VPN. Choose from 80+ server locations worldwide, secured with 256-bit AES encryption and DNS leak protection. VPN traffic is compressed and encrypted to reduce bandwidth usage. One tap to activate — no separate app, no data caps for everyday use. DOWNLOAD VIDEOS AND FILES Save videos, music, and documents directly from any web page. Aloha's built-in downloader handles the formats other browsers can't. Play media in the background, manage files with ease, and lock sensitive downloads with biometric protection. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Aloha doesn't log your activity — ever. There's nothing to share because there's nothing stored. Combined with the VPN, automatic ad blocking, and TrafficMask, you get full-stack privacy that goes far beyond what incognito mode offers. PRIVATE AI — NO SURVEILLANCE Use AI to summarize, translate, and answer questions without your prompts being logged, profiled, or used to train models. Private by default. BUILT FOR YOUR DAILY WEB Tabbed browsing with a clean, fast interface. Sync bookmarks and tabs across devices linked to your Aloha account. Scan QR codes instantly. Explore Web3 domains and dApps with full native support. Everything works together, beautifully. ALOHA PREMIUM Upgrade for enhanced VPN country selection, device-wide VPN protection, VPN auto-start, Wi-Fi file sharing, ZIP compression support, and premium themes. Aloha Premium is available at $7.99/month or $69.99/year (USD). Prices may vary by region. Subscriptions renew automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Any unused free trial portion is forfeited upon purchase. Privacy policy: https://alohabrowser.com/policy.html Terms & Conditions: https://alohabrowser.com/terms.html ABOUT ALOHA We're a team dedicated to proving that privacy and a great browsing experience aren't mutually exclusive. While other browsers bolt on privacy features as add-ons, we built Aloha from the ground up to keep your data yours — verified by an independent third-party audit from Leviathan Security Group. Discover more: https://alohabrowser.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/alohavpnbrowser X: https://x.com/alohabrowser For feedback and support, please email support@alohabrowser.com
Orbot
This app provides a free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for enhanced internet safety and privacy. It allows users to browse the web over Tor, secure their traffic, and access .onion sites. While it offers increased privacy, users should be aware that browsing speeds may be slower than a standard VPN.
- Browse internet over Tor
- Secure traffic from insecure networks
- Access .onion sites
- Free and open-source
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Orbot is the original free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for iOS and macOS. Orbot helps you access the internet with more safety and privacy, and no extra cost to you. FEATURES: - Browse the internet over Tor. - Secure your traffic from insecure wireless networks and ISPs. - Access .onion sites that are only accessible over Tor. DISCLAIMERS: - Web browsing is much slower than through a normal VPN because your traffic is encrypted and relayed through the Tor network. - Orbot might not work on networks with advanced network restrictions. If the app does not connect, try using bridges (or a different type of bridge). - Use of Orbot is at your own risk; remember that sensitive data does not always belong on a mobile device. ** Orbot is free and open-source software. You can read more about Orbot and how to support development of Tor on iOS by visiting orbot.app **
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Aloha Browser at 4.7 against Orbot's 3.0. Aloha Browser also leads on ratings volume (313K vs 951) and review sentiment (49% vs 26%). Orbot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Orbot asks for nothing beyond the download.
Aloha Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 951, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Aloha Browser's written reviews are positive against 26% of Orbot's.
Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Orbot monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Aloha Browser | Orbot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (313K ratings) — better | 3.0 (951 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews — better | 25.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 313K — better | 951 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #110 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 387 MB | 115 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aloha Mobile | The Tor Project |
Customer experience
Aloha Browser
Orbot
User reviews
Aloha Browser
From 313K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and efficient browser
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎥 Excellent video player with advanced controls
- 💾 Reliable file downloading and management
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads and notifications
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality within the app
Orbot
From 951 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and reliable connection
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 🌐 Bypasses censorship and internet restrictions
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and unstable connection
- 🔋 High battery drain
- ⚠️ Incompatible with some iOS versions and devices
- 🕰️ Slow connection speeds
Bugs and requests
Aloha Browser
Reported bugs
3 issues- 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
4 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve tab management and organization
- Implement background audio playback
- Introduce password protection for sensitive folders
Orbot
Reported bugs
4 issues- Fails to connect at 50% or gets stuck in a connection loop
- Causes Wi-Fi or mobile data connection issues
- Randomly disconnects without warning
- Onion Browser integration is unreliable
Requested features
4 requests- Add manual bridge configuration options
- Implement a kill switch to block internet access when VPN disconnects
- Improve compatibility with other iOS apps and services
- Provide more detailed connection logs and diagnostics
In-app purchases
Aloha Browser
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)4 variants$3.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)3 variants$4.991 Month
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- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$5.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$6.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$6.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)1 Month trial$8.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial$8.991 Month
Orbot
No in-app purchases
Questions
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