Comparison

Aloha Browser vs Pure Browser

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
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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

About

Pure Browser

A free, private web browser for iPhone and iPod that allows users to view websites in full screen. It prioritizes security and reliability for a simple browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Private browsing
  • Full-screen website viewing
  • Save favorite content
  • Secure and reliable
  • Free to use
Features
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Pure Browser supports you to browse and save your favorite content! You can view all websites in full screen for free and privately, this is the simple, unadorned web browser you have been waiting for. This application is completely free and suitable for iPhone. You can fully trust our security and reliability. So, start using this browser to browse your favorite websites now!

Screenshots

Aloha Browser4 screens
Pure Browser3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pure Browser at none against Aloha Browser's 10. Pure Browser also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Aloha Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (315K vs 3). On price, update cadence and device support 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. Pure Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

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 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Pure Browser every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Aloha Browser versus Pure Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAloha BrowserPure Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (315K ratings) — better4.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews49.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings315K — better3
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#113 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB7 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAloha Mobile明 李

Customer experience

Aloha Browser

All ratings314,792 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews1,587 reviews
Positive49.5%
Neutral7.9%
Negative42.6%

Pure Browser

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

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

Pure Browser

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
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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)$7.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial$10.491 Month
None

Pure Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Aloha Browser free?
Aloha Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pure Browser free?
Pure Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Pure Browser?
Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 315K ratings, while Pure Browser averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Aloha Browser or Pure Browser have ads?
Pure Browser shows ads; Aloha Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Pure Browser?
Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Pure Browser every 3 weeks. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on November 11, 2026 and Pure Browser on November 3, 2026.

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