Comparison

Aloha Browser vs Ad blocker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Aloha Browser

This app offers a private browsing experience with a built-in VPN and ad blocker. It allows users to download videos and files securely, and features private AI for summarized tasks without data logging. It also supports Web3 domains and dApps.

Highlights
  • Built-in free VPN
  • Automatic ad and tracker blocking
  • Video and file downloader
  • Private AI for summarization and translation
  • Tabbed browsing
  • Web3 and dApp support
Features
Read full description

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

About

Ad blocker

Enhance your browsing experience by blocking ads, trackers, and unnecessary content. This utility speeds up web pages, conserves battery, and reduces data usage. It also offers security features to protect against online scams and allows for customized blocking rules.

Highlights
  • Free Safari Adblocker
  • Tracker blocker
  • Faster web performance
  • Save battery life
  • Reduced traffic consumption
  • Blocking adult content
  • Customized blocking rules
Features
Read full description

Save data and speed up your Safari - block ads, trackers and unnecessary resources. With AnyBlocker, you can surf the web safely without anything distracting you from the site. → SEE KEY FEATURES: - Free Safari Adblocker Enjoy a safe experience while browsing websites. - Tracker blocker Block trackers and general ads for all apps on your iPhone and iPad. - Faster web performance Boost your speed and browse faster than ever. - Save battery life Conserve battery life with full protection. - Reduced traffic consumption Web pages load faster than ever. - Save money on your monthly data plan Use less data without sacrificing quality. - Blocking adult content Block your kids from all adult websites. - Language Block ads from a specific language or country. - Customized blocking rules Create a custom block list for selected keywords and websites. - Security guard Protect yourself from online scams. Optimized for websites in the following languages: English, Japanese, Russian, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, German, Polish, Dutch, German →About Anyblocker subscriptions. Your subscription is automatically renewed. You can cancel this automatic renewal at any time, at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Payment is deducted from your App Store account. Manage your subscriptions on your iOS device by tapping Settings > tapping your name > Subscriptions. You can see when your next payment is due or cancel your automatic renewal. Privacy Policy: https://www.anyblocker.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.anyblocker.com/terms DISCLAIMER: Ad Blocker is not guaranteed to block all ads. While this is our goal, we cannot block every ad on the Internet while still providing a satisfactory web experience.

Screenshots

Aloha Browser4 screens
Ad blocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Aloha Browser at 4.7 against Ad blocker's 4.3. Aloha Browser also leads on ratings volume (315K vs 21) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Ad blocker's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 49%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Aloha Browser sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Ad blocker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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 315K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Aloha Browser's written reviews are positive against 60% of Ad blocker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Ad blocker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Aloha Browser versus Ad blocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAloha BrowserAd blocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (315K ratings) — better4.3 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews49.4% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings315K — better21
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#114 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB21 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAloha MobileWarpVPN Studio

Customer experience

Aloha Browser

All ratings314,792 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews1,581 reviews
Positive49.4%
Neutral8.0%
Negative42.6%

Ad blocker

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

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

Ad blocker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Aloha Browser

Subscriptions8
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$4.491 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$5.491 Month
Show 5 more
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$5.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$6.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial$10.491 Month
3 purchases

Ad blocker

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Mobile Ad Blocker$6.991 Month
  • 1 Year Mobile Ad blocker3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Mobile Ad blocker$59.99

Questions

Is Aloha Browser free?
Aloha Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ad blocker free?
Ad blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Ad blocker?
Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 315K ratings, while Ad blocker averages 4.3 from 21 ratings.
Do Aloha Browser or Ad blocker have ads?
Neither Aloha Browser nor Ad blocker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Ad blocker?
Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Ad blocker every 2 months. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on November 6, 2026 and Ad blocker on November 3, 2026.

Other comparisons