# TOR Browser vs Watch browser .

The clearest difference is monetization model: Watch browser . at free with in-app purchases against TOR Browser's subscription. TOR Browser's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 589). 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 Watch browser . sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TOR Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TOR Browser has 13K ratings behind it against 589, 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 18% of Watch browser .'s.

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, Watch browser . every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TOR Browser | Watch browser . |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tor-browser-phantom/id1263248141/reviews)** | [4.3 (589 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-browser/id6447790536/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 589 |
| Positive reviews | **31.1% of reviews** | 17.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 144 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Versatile Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571922899) | [Kalyani Bhimavarapu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1528304887) |

## 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


### Watch browser .

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-browser/id6447790536)

Transform your smartwatch into a powerful micro browser for quick internet searches and instant information access. Features AI assistance for translations and study help, plus convenient access to your online documents and bookmarked websites directly from your wrist.

**Highlights:** Micro web browser for smartwatch, AI-powered translation and study help, Access online documents (Google Docs, etc.), Bookmark manager for favorite websites, Quick internet search with smart shortcuts, Live sports scores and news headlines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| WD Premium Access - Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Access - Monthly Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Watch Docs Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Thoroughly enjoying the app
- 🔝 Finally the best hands down
- 👍 Truly the best browser app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Locked behind a subscription
- 💰 Charging to search on Google
- 💰 Greedy developers
- 💰 $4 per week for limited functionality
- 🐛 Crashes constantly

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes constantly
- Doesn't sync with watch
- Slow and unreliable
- Issues with login and purchasing

**Requested features**

- Add video support
- Allow editing of saved web addresses
- Fix app crashes
- Improve performance and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TOR Browser free?

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

### Is Watch browser . free?

Watch browser . is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TOR Browser or Watch browser .?

TOR Browser is rated higher. TOR Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Watch browser . averages 4.3 from 589 ratings.

### Do TOR Browser or Watch browser . have ads?

Neither TOR Browser nor Watch browser . shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TOR Browser or Watch browser .?

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Watch browser . every 2 months. Most recently, TOR Browser was updated on September 24, 2026 and Watch browser . on September 22, 2026.

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