Comparison

Browser vs Notepad with Browser

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

Head to head
About

Browser

Experience a fast, stable, and secure browsing experience optimized for touchscreens. This minimalist browser features a new kernel for improved loading speeds and blocks video ads to protect your internet security.

Highlights
  • Improved loading speed
  • Touchscreen optimized
  • Minimalist design
  • Intercepted video ads
  • Internet security protection
Features
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Use a new kernel to improve your loading speed.Handheld browser designed for the touch screen, select the most popular portals, minimalist style carefree experience! Safe, high-speed, stable, Add intercepted video ads, fully protect your Internet security!

About

Notepad with Browser

Features
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Sprout is a powerful note-taking app that seamlessly combines web research and writing. Its clean, refined UI is packed with features for writing, helping your ideas grow from Seed to Sprout. [Key Features] ◆ Built-in browser that connects research and writing Research without switching apps and take notes instantly. From discovery to writing, everything happens in one app. ◆ Simple yet powerful editor Supports character count, find & replace, Undo/Redo, and more—from everyday notes to serious writing. ◆ Reminder notifications Set reminders per note for task management and idea follow-ups. ◆ Multi-device support and iCloud sync Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. iCloud sync is available on iPhone. iCloud sync on iPad/Mac is available with Sprout Pro. ◆ Widget support Quickly access pinned and recent notes from Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets. ◆ Customize your experience Supports Dark Mode, accent color changes, and font size adjustments for a comfortable writing environment. ◆ Standard file format Notes are saved as .md (Markdown), offering great compatibility with other apps and direct access from the Files app. ◆ Privacy-focused Your note content is never collected or viewed by the developer. Data is stored only on your device and in iCloud. [Sprout Pro] Enjoy more with Sprout Pro, a premium plan available with a one-time purchase. • iCloud sync on iPad/Mac • Unlimited favorites • Advanced reference preview (write while viewing photos/PDFs) • App lock with Face ID / Passcode Features and availability may vary based on in-app display. --- Organize your thoughts and grow your ideas with Sprout.

Screenshots

Browser4 screens
Notepad with Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Notepad with Browser at Free against Browser's $0.99. Notepad with Browser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 21 months). Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On device support 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

Notepad with Browser is free to download; Browser costs $0.99 up front. Notepad with Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Browser ships an update every 21 months, Notepad with Browser every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Browser versus Notepad with Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrowserNotepad with Browser
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB4 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperYU ZHOUyuma araki

In-app purchases

None

Browser

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Notepad with Browser

One-time1
  • Sprout Pro (Lifetime)$9.99

Questions

Is Browser free?
Browser costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Notepad with Browser free?
Notepad with Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Browser or Notepad with Browser have ads?
Browser shows ads; Notepad with Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, Browser or Notepad with Browser?
Browser ships an update every 21 months, and Notepad with Browser every 6 days. Most recently, Browser was updated on November 11, 2026 and Notepad with Browser on October 28, 2026.

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