# Opera Browser with VPN vs Private Browser

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Opera Browser with VPN at none against Private Browser's 2. Opera Browser with VPN also leads on ratings volume (264K vs 232) and chart position (#36 vs unranked). Private Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, rating, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Private Browser sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Opera Browser with VPN asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Opera Browser with VPN against 4.6 for Private Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opera Browser with VPN has 264K ratings behind it against 232, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Opera Browser with VPN's written reviews are positive against 68% of Private Browser's.

Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, Private Browser weekly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Opera Browser with VPN | Private Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (264K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opera-browser-with-vpn/id1411869974/reviews)** | [4.6 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-brovacy/id1630781823/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **264K** | 232 |
| Positive reviews | 58.7% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#36** | — |
| Size | 106 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Opera Norway AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282065940) | [Actowise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563247119) |

## What reviewers say

### Opera Browser with VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opera-browser-with-vpn/id1411869974)

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This AI-powered web browser offers lightning-fast speeds, enhanced privacy with a built-in VPN, and an ad-free experience. Customize your interface and enjoy seamless one-handed browsing with intuitive gestures and a smart AI assistant.

**Highlights:** AI-powered browsing with Aria, Built-in private VPN, Native ad blocker, One-handed browsing design, Customizable wallpapers, Lightning-fast search

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 🔒 Blocks ads and crypto mining
- 👍 Customizable UI
- 💡 AI integration
- 🔋 Battery efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 News pages keep popping up
- 🐛 Glitches with search bar and tab management
- 👎 Lack of reader mode and extensions
- 🔒 Security concerns due to Chinese ownership
- 💤 Forced new tabs on startup

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Incompatibility with certain websites
- Download and file saving limitations
- Inconsistent ad blocking performance

**Requested features**

- Bookmark management
- Password sync across devices
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Webpage zoom
- Customizable dark mode


### Private Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-brovacy/id1630781823)

This privacy-focused browser offers a minimalist, full-screen experience. It automatically clears browsing data upon exit and includes features like app locking and a "Burn Everything" option for complete privacy.

**Highlights:** Full screen browsing, Automatic private browsing data clearing, History-less and tracking-less browsing, Application lock, "Burn Everything" reset option, Easy zoom adjustment, Quick tab access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Good privacy protection
- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Brilliant app
- 👍 Works as intended

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Charged for $0 promo
- 🐛 No refund eligibility
- 🐛 App asks for review too soon
- 🐛 Tabs reset on closing
- 🐛 No support reply

**Reported bugs**

- Charged $10 for $0 promo
- Tabs reset when app is closed
- Randomly switches search engine (Google to Bing)
- Ads appear at start-up after free promotion

**Requested features**

- Force dark mode on pages
- Add Chinese language support
- Keep browsing history private and secured
- Add more to keep prying eyes away from history
- Ability to return to previous browsing session


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Opera Browser with VPN free?

Opera Browser with VPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Private Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Opera Browser with VPN or Private Browser?

Opera Browser with VPN is rated higher. Opera Browser with VPN averages 4.7 out of 5 from 264K ratings, while Private Browser averages 4.6 from 232 ratings.

### Do Opera Browser with VPN or Private Browser have ads?

Opera Browser with VPN shows ads; Private Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Opera Browser with VPN or Private Browser?

Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, and Private Browser weekly. Most recently, Opera Browser with VPN was updated on October 27, 2026 and Private Browser on October 27, 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.*