Comparison

Aloha Browser vs Onion 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 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
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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

Onion Browser

Browse the web privately and securely with advanced features like ad blocking and VPN integration. Access the Darknet and deep web with confidence, while also monitoring your phone's performance and system health.

Highlights
  • Private browsing
  • VPN integration
  • Ad and tracker blocking
  • Darknet and deep web access
  • Phone performance analytics
  • Encryption and security
Features
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Welcome to Tube Onion Browser, where we're all about making your web journey private. Tube Browser is complemented by comprehensive insights into your phone's performance. Imagine a place where the Darknet, Dark web and the vast beyond are just a tap away. Our built-in privacy network is like a magic cloak, making you invisible as you browse, protecting your identity, and keeping your browsing history just between you and your phone. Our Dark Web Browser, navigates through a network of nodes and servers, using random nodes cleverly diverting your traffic to keep prying eyes and hackers at bay! ---- What Makes Tube Browser Your Go-To ---- - Privacy and Security, Hand in Hand: Our Orbot Browser is engineered for absolute privacy with layers of encryption and a network of nodes ensuring your digital foot print hidden from data hungry organisations and nosy ISPs. Browse anonymously, access the deep web and dark web keeping your internet footprint confidential. - Tracking? Not in Our House: In a world full of online tracking and ad traps, our Orbot Proxy and strong tracking protection act like an invisible shield for you online. Move around the web without leaving any marks or clues behind. - Sleek Performance: Who said privacy comes at the cost of speed? Not us! Our app is optimized to purr like a kitten, ensuring your browsing is as smooth as silk, without dragging down your device’s pep. - Tailored Analytics: Curious about your CPU usage or how much memory you have left? Our app provides a clear view of what’s happening inside your phone, from internet usage stats to system health, all without compromising your privacy or security. All through an intuitive and visual interface. - Security That Stands Guard: Imagine having a personal guardian for your phone, and that's our cutting-edge security suite for you. With tools sharp enough to spot reverse engineering shenanigans, your phone’s fortress is impenetrable. ---Your Browser’s Toolkit---- - Bridge setup? A breeze. - A straight dive into the Darknet. - Rerouting your path? As easy as pie. - Browsing history? What browsing history? - Bookmarking your faves? Just one click away. - Orbot Proxy for that extra layer of stealth. ---Phone Analytics Toolkit--- - Watch your CPU flex its muscles. - Memory allocation? Check it in real-time. - System uptime and kernel version at a glance. - Network insights and internet speed? Covered. - Battery feeling good? You’ll know. - Keeping cool? Monitor your device’s temp right here. Why wait? Your private browsing heaven awaits and is surprisingly simple. Oh, and let's not forget - Our powerful performance analytics let you keep a close watch on various stats of your phone! Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Re7isKybTTH4GN9NgUPJ1pzunVQdOpm5CqpKWpHOICA Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XHz0aiy86oQXpnZVJVCGRAnbcXgmoVfwpXPEQfM_-ac/ Terms of Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Z5Xxasw9eH9SO6ht3TX8-20qRRkfsy5ylRkA6J0O1c Disclaimer: This product is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability or anything else. VPN Data collection Policy: https://securecypherweb.org/vpn-privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Aloha Browser4 screens
Onion Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

Aloha Browser and Onion Browser both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 85% of Onion Browser's written reviews are positive against 49% of Aloha Browser's. Aloha Browser's advantage is ratings volume (313K vs 204) and chart position (#116 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Onion Browser sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Aloha Browser against 4.6 for Onion Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 204, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Aloha Browser's written reviews are positive against 85% of Onion Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, Onion Browser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Aloha Browser versus Onion Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAloha BrowserOnion Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (313K ratings) — better4.6 (204 ratings)
Positive reviews49.2% of reviews84.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings313K — better204
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#116 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size387 MB89 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAloha MobileSecure cypher Solutions

Customer experience

Aloha Browser

All ratings312,995 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews1,524 reviews
Positive49.2%
Neutral8.1%
Negative42.7%

Onion Browser

All ratings204 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.1%

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

Onion Browser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Aloha Browser

Subscriptions10
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)4 variants$3.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$4.991 Month
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  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$5.491 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)2 variants$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)1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial$10.491 Month
7 purchases

Onion Browser

Subscriptions5
  • weekly subscription$2.997 Days
  • Onion Browser Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Onion Browser Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime premium subscription$17.99
  • Onion Browser Pro for Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Aloha Browser free?
Aloha Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Onion Browser free?
Onion Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Aloha Browser or Onion Browser?
Aloha Browser is rated higher. Aloha Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 313K ratings, while Onion Browser averages 4.6 from 204 ratings.
Do Aloha Browser or Onion Browser have ads?
Neither Aloha Browser nor Onion Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Aloha Browser or Onion Browser?
Aloha Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Onion Browser every 10 days. Most recently, Aloha Browser was updated on September 24, 2026 and Onion Browser on September 23, 2026.

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