Comparison

TOR Browser vs UPX Private Browser

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

Head to head
About

TOR Browser

Browse the web anonymously with end-to-end encryption and a global VPN. This tool masks your IP, blocks trackers and malicious sites, and offers unlimited bandwidth for secure online activity. Premium offers an ad-free experience and faster speeds.

Highlights
  • Anonymous browsing via Tor network
  • AES-256 encrypted global VPN
  • Unlimited bandwidth
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocker
  • URL scanner for malicious sites
  • Wi-Fi safety scanner
Features
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Browse the web invisibly. No logs. No tracking. No compromises. TOR Browser routes your internet traffic through the Tor network — encrypting your data across multiple nodes so no one can trace your online activity back to you. Add a global VPN on top, and you get one of the most secure browsing setups available on iPhone. Note: This app is independently developed and is not affiliated with The Tor Project, Inc. The Tor network is used to power anonymous browsing — all other features and services are exclusively our own. What you get: Tor network routing for true anonymous browsing AES-256 encrypted VPN with international servers Unlimited bandwidth — no throttling, no caps Built-in ad blocker to strip trackers and pop-ups URL scanner to detect phishing and malicious sites Wi-Fi safety scanner for public and open networks Crypto-friendly browsing with enhanced site protection Private by design. Every session is isolated. Your IP is masked. Your data is encrypted end-to-end. Whether you're on home Wi-Fi or a public hotspot, TOR Browser keeps your identity hidden and your connection secure. Go Premium for more: Unlock zero ads, faster VPN speeds, and access to our full global server network. Choose a plan that works for you: Weekly Premium — $3.99/week (3-day free trial) Monthly Premium — $9.99/month (3-day free trial) Yearly Premium — $69.99/year (3-day free trial) Payment will be charged to your iTunes account within 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. Your subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your iTunes Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://stellarapps.co/2021/11/09/privacy-policy/ Terms & Conditions: https://stellarapps.co/2021/11/09/terms-conditions/ Subscription Terms: https://stellarapps.co/2021/11/09/subscription-terms/

About

UPX Private Browser

Browse the internet securely and anonymously with advanced encryption and an incognito mode. Enjoy fast connections and leave no trace of your online activity. Premium features offer an ad-free experience and enhanced performance.

Highlights
  • Advanced encryption for data security
  • Anonymous surfing with IP masking
  • Incognito browser mode
  • Super fast connection speeds
  • No logs of browsing history
  • Multiple language support
Features
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Key Features: • Free, unlimited personal use. • Easy to download, install and use. No registration, no configuration, no limits. • Automatic selection of protocols to provide fast, reliable and secure web access. • Multiple language support for all websites. ► ADVANCED ENCRYPTION UPX provides a safe and secure tunnel for all your login credentials, passwords and other sensitive information to go through, protecting them from being accessed and intercepted by anyone who could be monitoring and tracking your moves on the internet. With private internet access that UPX offers, stay safe and protect data privacy while using public Wi-fi hotspot. ► ANONYMOUS SURFING UPX provides you full anonymity with no concern about being tracked by your ISP or anybody else as your IP will be changed. It is the right choice if you are looking for hide your ip on internet. Even more you will not have any history with embedded incognito browser mode. ► SUPER FAST BROWSER Be ready to get the most stable and turbo speed connection you have never experienced as UPX has multiple server locations from all over the world. ► LEAVE NO LOGS BEHIND UPX ensures that no one can access your browser activity and history. Your logs are invisible to ISPs and public wi-fi networks as UPX encrypts data using SSL protocols. Your logs are invisible to UPX too because UPX simply doesn't store it. UPX Browser Premium Service includes: No Advertisements: Ads will not be bothering you anymore. Fastest Connection: Special servers only dedicated to our subscribed users. Unlimited Bandwidth: Go as far as you can without any traffic or bandwidth limitations. Better Adblock: Next generation Adblock technology just for our premium users. ► SUBSCRIPTION INFO: 3-day free trial Payment will be charged to your iTunes account on confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the trial period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. LEGAL Terms of Service: https://www.upxios.com/privacy.html Privacy Policy: https://www.upxios.com/termsofservice.html

Screenshots

TOR Browser4 screens
UPX Private Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TOR Browser at none against UPX Private Browser's shown. TOR Browser also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (53% vs 41%). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. TOR Browser sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and UPX Private Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.6 for TOR Browser against 4.6 for UPX Private Browser. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 8.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of TOR Browser's written reviews are positive against 41% of UPX Private Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TOR Browser ships an update every 9 days, UPX Private Browser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TOR Browser versus UPX Private Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOR BrowserUPX Private Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14K ratings)4.6 (8.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.4% of reviews — better41.4% of reviews
Number of ratings14K — better8.9K
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB334 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSTELLAR APPS LIMITEDProx Solut LLC

Customer experience

TOR Browser

All ratings14,205 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews526 reviews
Positive53.4%
Neutral4.0%
Negative42.6%

UPX Private Browser

All ratings8,817 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.4%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive41.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative53.2%

User reviews

TOR Browser

From 14K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure and private browsing
  • 👍 Convenient desktop-like experience
  • 🙌 Helpful for accessing restricted content

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • 💸 Aggressive upselling and subscription prompts
  • 🔍 Limited search and browsing capabilities
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly

UPX Private Browser

From 8.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Best app to use
  • 🚀 Fast and easy to use
  • 🔒 Excellent internal VPN

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Doesn't work for free users
  • 🔒 Requires location tracking
  • 💸 Aggressive subscription upsells
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with iOS 14

Bugs and requests

TOR Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to load many websites
  • Subscription management issues
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to disable subscription prompts
  • Improve stability and reduce crashes
  • Enhance search and browsing features
  • Optimize battery usage

UPX Private Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Can't restore purchases after cancellation
  • Websites not loading properly
  • Video playback issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add a lifetime subscription option
  • Improve full-screen video playback
  • Add download functionality

In-app purchases

10 purchases

TOR Browser

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Weekly TOR + VPN$3.997 Days
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  • Weekly TOR Browser Premium$3.997 Days
  • Limited Offer TOR Lowest Price$5.991 Month
  • Unlimited Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Special TOR+VPN Offer1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly TOR VPN Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Yearly TOR VPN Subscription3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
3 purchases

UPX Private Browser

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$79.991 Year

Questions

Is TOR Browser free?
TOR Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UPX Private Browser free?
UPX Private Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TOR Browser or UPX Private Browser?
UPX Private Browser is rated higher. TOR Browser averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while UPX Private Browser averages 4.6 from 8.9K ratings.
Do TOR Browser or UPX Private Browser have ads?
UPX Private Browser shows ads; TOR Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, TOR Browser or UPX Private Browser?
TOR Browser ships an update every 9 days, and UPX Private Browser every 2 months. Most recently, TOR Browser was updated on November 12, 2026 and UPX Private Browser on November 11, 2026.

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