# Aloha Browser vs SBrowser

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SBrowser at none against Aloha Browser's 20. Aloha Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (313K vs 1.2K). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.

Aloha Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Aloha Browser's written reviews are positive against 53% of SBrowser's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, SBrowser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aloha Browser | SBrowser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (313K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aloha-browser-private-vpn/id1105317682/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbrowser-secure-browser/id1641634987/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **313K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews | **52.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#114** | — |
| Size | 387 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Aloha Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105317681) | [MITONOPTIMAL PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641634989) |

## 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


### SBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbrowser-secure-browser/id1641634987)

Browse the internet privately and securely with an ad-free experience. This app reduces data usage, extends battery life, and protects your privacy with advanced measures. Enjoy a customizable start page and secure browsing history.

**Highlights:** Night mode for websites, Adblock smart filters, Reduced data usage, Tracking protection, Secure browsing history, Customizable search engines

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Decent privacy features
- 👍 Great for music and offline listening
- 👍 Clean and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 🔥 Lost downloaded files and data
- 🚫 Removal of key features like downloads
- ⚠️ Unreliable search engine and YouTube integration

**Reported bugs**

- Documents and downloads disappearing after updates
- YouTube video downloads not working
- Search engine not functioning as expected
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add download option for videos and songs
- Implement playlist and favorites management
- Provide HD download quality options
- Add support for iPad and tablet devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aloha Browser free?

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

### Is SBrowser free?

SBrowser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or SBrowser?

Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 313K ratings, while SBrowser averages 4.5 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Aloha Browser or SBrowser have ads?

SBrowser shows ads; Aloha Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or SBrowser?

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and SBrowser every 2 months. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on September 25, 2026 and SBrowser 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.*