# Aloha Browser vs Private Browser (Auto Refresh)

The clearest difference is rating: Aloha Browser at 4.7 against Private Browser (Auto Refresh)'s 4.3. Aloha Browser also leads on ratings volume (313K vs 58) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Private Browser (Auto Refresh) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Aloha Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 49% and 50% positive.

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Private Browser (Auto Refresh) every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aloha Browser | Private Browser (Auto Refresh) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (313K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aloha-browser-private-vpn/id1105317682/reviews)** | [4.3 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-auto-refresh/id1666228697/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **313K** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#109** | — |
| Size | 387 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Aloha Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/1105317681) | [Rufat Babayev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1388465272) |

## What reviewers say

### Aloha Browser

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

**Currently charting:** #109 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


### Private Browser (Auto Refresh)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-auto-refresh/id1666228697)

This utility allows you to automatically refresh web pages at custom intervals, saving you time and effort. It's designed for users who need real-time updates from specific websites without constant manual intervention. Enjoy a clean interface and full-screen mode for an optimized browsing experience.

**Highlights:** Automatic page refreshing, Customizable refresh intervals, Full-screen mode, Modern design, Easy to use interface, Pro version to disable ads

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro | $6.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aloha Browser free?

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

### Is Private Browser (Auto Refresh) free?

Private Browser (Auto Refresh) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Private Browser (Auto Refresh)?

Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 313K ratings, while Private Browser (Auto Refresh) averages 4.3 from 58 ratings.

### Do Aloha Browser or Private Browser (Auto Refresh) have ads?

Neither Aloha Browser nor Private Browser (Auto Refresh) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Private Browser (Auto Refresh)?

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Private Browser (Auto Refresh) every 2 weeks. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on September 25, 2026 and Private Browser (Auto Refresh) on September 6, 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.*