Comparison

Weex vs Browser Search

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

Head to head
About

Weex

Browse the web with true tabbed browsing and an intuitive interface. Manage bookmarks, download files, and organize them with a built-in file manager. Enjoy a fast, private, and secure browsing experience.

Highlights
  • True tabbed browsing
  • Integrated bookmarks and folders
  • Easy file downloads
  • File manager with zip/unzip
  • Private browsing mode
  • Customizable search engine
Features
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Browse the Web the FASTEST and MOST INTUITIVE way using TRUE TABBED BROWSING on any device. It's FUN, PRIVATE and SECURE. Active tab is ALWAYS FULLY VISIBLE no matter how many tabs are opened. Tabs also turn into COMPACT MODE taking only small space at the top leaving almost the FULL SCREEN to your web pages and bookmarks. Compact tabs are FULLY FUNCTIONAL. Bookmarks and folders are INTEGRATED INTO TABS, just a tap away when you need them. You can also OPEN bookmarks and folders in NEW TABS. Downloads are as EASY as tapping a link or long pressing a link or an image and choosing the DOWNLOAD option. TRUE TABBED BROWSING √ Unlimited tabs with web icons and titles √ Active tab is always fully visible √ Compact and regular tabs to maximize available space √ Private tabs to browse the Web without saving history in Weex √ Choose your preferred search engine √ View mobile or desktop web page versions √ Swipe up on tab to close √ Long press on tab to drag √ Swipe right on left side of screen to go back to previous web page √ Swipe left on right side of screen to go forward to next web page SEARCH RESULTS √ Appear as you type √ Search results with web icon, web address and title √ Highlighted search text in web addresses and titles √ Long press on search result to pick, delete or copy BOOKMARKS INSIDE TABS √ Right where you need them when opening new tab, entering web address or searching √ Use folders to organize your bookmarks √ Adjust number of bookmarks per row for a folder √ Long press on bookmark or folder to drag √ Long press on bookmark or folder to open in new tab, delete, edit or move √ Swipe right on left side of screen to go back to previous folder √ Swipe left on right side of screen to go forward to next folder DOWNLOADS √ Download web pages as PDF files √ Download documents √ As easy as tapping on link or long pressing on link or image and choosing the download option √ To download currently opened web page or file, tap menu button and choose share option and then download option √ Monitor download progress of each individual download √ Background downloading √ Green badge numbers for downloads in progress √ Long press on download to drag √ Long press on download to redownload, pause, resume, stop, delete or edit √ Long press on finished download to locate downloaded file √ Delete selected downloads √ Clear finished downloads or all downloads FILE MANAGER √ Preview downloaded files √ File thumbnails √ Start a slideshow √ Red badge numbers for downloaded unread files √ Use folders to organize files √ Sort files by name, size or date either ascending or descending √ Search for files across folders √ Long press on search result to navigate to file's folder √ Zip files and folders √ Unzip ZIP archives √ Unrar RAR archives √ Add photos from Photos library √ Add music from Music library √ Long press on file to drag √ Long press on file to delete, edit, zip, move, copy, share or mark as unread √ Delete, edit, zip, move, copy or share selected files MUSIC PLAYER √ Play music √ Music files inside a folder are played as a playlist √ Music files in search results are played as a playlist √ Music player controls are showing on the lock screen HISTORY √ Search browsing history √ Long press on history item to delete or see details √ Delete selected history items √ Clear history for specified date range √ Clear all history √ View and delete individual cookies and other data

About

Browser Search

This privacy-focused browser blocks ads and trackers for a cleaner, more secure online experience. It automatically clears browsing data, offers bookmark management, and allows for personalized themes with dark/light mode support.

Highlights
  • Ad blocking
  • Tracker blocking
  • Automatic data clearing
  • Bookmark management
  • Personalized themes
  • Dark/light mode
Features
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【Browser Assistant】is a privacy-focused web browsing tool that helps you browse the web free from ad interruptions and tracker surveillance, enjoying a clean and secure online experience. Privacy Protection Intelligently blocks trackers on web pages, preventing websites from collecting your browsing information and effectively protecting your online privacy and personal data security. Ad Blocking Automatically blocks ads on web pages, reducing page load times and letting you focus on reading and browsing for a cleaner web experience. Auto Data Clearing Supports automatic clearing of browsing history, cache, and cookies when switching to background, leaving no browsing traces and protecting your privacy. Bookmarks & History Conveniently save and manage your favorite web pages, view browsing history anytime, and quickly find previously visited content. Personalized Themes Offers various cute animal themes to make your browsing interface more fun and personalized, with support for dark and light mode switching. Let Browser Assistant be your trusted companion for web browsing, protecting your privacy while enjoying a smooth browsing experience. Download now! Premium Account Pricing and Terms $ 4.99/week* $ 39.99/year* *Prices shown are in US dollars. Actual charges may be converted to your local currency based on your country/region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user. Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://wgpwork.xyz/liulanqi/privacy.html

Screenshots

Weex4 screens
Browser Search3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Weex at 4.9 against Browser Search's 4.2. Weex also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 67%) and ratings volume (255 vs 33). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Weex sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Browser Search sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Weex holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weex has 255 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Weex's written reviews are positive against 67% of Browser Search's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Weex ships an update every 3 weeks, Browser Search every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Weex versus Browser Search: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeexBrowser Search
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (255 ratings) — better4.2 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews93.3% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings255 — better33
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB34 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGenesis Mobile d.o.o.LEADVISION MEDIA MANAGEMENT LIMITED

Customer experience

Weex

All ratings247 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews165 reviews
Positive93.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.6%

Browser Search

All ratings29 ratings
Positive79.3%
Neutral6.9%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Weex

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Long press on files causes app to close
  • Webpages and wikis not working properly
  • Crashes when typing in search bar
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add mini window player
  • Improve video download feature
  • Add account for saving downloads
  • Implement dark mode

Browser Search

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Weex

One-time1
  • Unlimited Downloads$0.99
2 purchases

Browser Search

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro Plan$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Weex free?
Weex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Browser Search free?
Browser Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Weex or Browser Search?
Weex is rated higher. Weex averages 4.9 out of 5 from 255 ratings, while Browser Search averages 4.2 from 33 ratings.
Do Weex or Browser Search have ads?
Neither Weex nor Browser Search shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Weex or Browser Search?
Weex ships an update every 3 weeks, and Browser Search every 2 weeks. Most recently, Weex was updated on November 2, 2026 and Browser Search on November 5, 2026.

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