# TOR Browser vs Japanese Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Japanese Browser at 69% against TOR Browser's 31%. Japanese Browser also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). TOR Browser's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 73). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TOR Browser sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and Japanese Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Japanese Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TOR Browser has 14K ratings behind it against 73, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of TOR Browser's written reviews are positive against 69% of Japanese Browser's.

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, Japanese Browser weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TOR Browser | Japanese Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tor-browser-phantom/id1263248141/reviews) | **[4.8 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-browser-by-yomiwa/id1492326021/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 73 |
| Positive reviews | 30.9% of reviews | **69.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 121 MB | 306 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Versatile Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571922899) | [Nomad AI OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/670931123) |

## What reviewers say

### TOR Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tor-browser-phantom/id1263248141)

This app provides a secure and private browsing experience, allowing access to the deep and dark web. It encrypts your communications and protects your traffic from tracking, ensuring anonymity with a strict no-logs policy. Enjoy internet freedom and security on your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Secure and private browsing, Access deep and dark web, Encrypts communications, Strict no-logs policy, Blocks scripts, Clears cookies and tabs

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Discount | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent privacy and security
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Quick page loads
- 🚀 Surprisingly fast for a Tor browser

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find desired content
- ⏱️ Painfully slow performance
- 🔌 High battery consumption
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to load any websites or pages
- Spontaneous reversion to previous page views
- Incompatibility with certain websites (e.g., Cloudflare)
- Subscription issues and lack of access to premium features

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support for tablets
- Better integration with email and other apps
- Ability to customize download locations
- More user-friendly search and browsing experience


### Japanese Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-browser-by-yomiwa/id1492326021)

This web browser enhances Japanese language learning by displaying pronunciation guides and definitions for words. It offers detailed dictionary entries, example sentences, and flashcards to aid vocabulary acquisition. Users can create custom lists and access pre-built study materials.

**Highlights:** Furigana display for Japanese words, Tap-to-define word lookup, Offline dictionaries with detailed word and kanji info, Extensive example sentences database, Customizable and pre-built vocabulary lists, Flashcard learning mode, Japanese pronunciation audio

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime use | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TOR Browser free?

TOR Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Japanese Browser free?

Japanese Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TOR Browser or Japanese Browser?

Japanese Browser is rated higher. TOR Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Japanese Browser averages 4.8 from 73 ratings.

### Do TOR Browser or Japanese Browser have ads?

Neither TOR Browser nor Japanese Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TOR Browser or Japanese Browser?

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Japanese Browser weekly. Most recently, TOR Browser was updated on November 9, 2026 and Japanese Browser on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*