# Opera Browser with VPN vs uBrowser

The clearest difference is rating: Opera Browser with VPN at 4.7 against uBrowser's 3.6. Opera Browser with VPN also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (266K vs 162). uBrowser's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. uBrowser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Opera Browser with VPN asks for nothing beyond the download.

Opera Browser with VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opera Browser with VPN has 266K ratings behind it against 162, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Opera Browser with VPN's written reviews are positive against 43% of uBrowser's.

Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, uBrowser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Opera Browser with VPN | uBrowser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (266K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opera-browser-with-vpn/id1411869974/reviews)** | [3.6 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ubrowser-web-browser-on-watch/id6448491513/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **266K** | 162 |
| Positive reviews | **58.7% of reviews** | 43.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 100 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Opera Norway AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282065940) | [Do Tan Loc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675402569) |

## What reviewers say

### Opera Browser with VPN

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

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

A fast, private, and secure web browser with a built-in VPN and ad blocker. It offers data saving features, seamless syncing across devices, and AI integration for smarter searching. Customize your browsing experience with unique designs and one-hand controls.

**Highlights:** Built-in VPN with no-logs policy, Enhanced native ad blocker, Data Saver for mobile data compression, Seamless tab and bookmark syncing, Integrated AI for smarter searching, Customizable interface and wallpapers, One-hand browsing design

**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


### uBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ubrowser-web-browser-on-watch/id6448491513)

Browse the internet directly from your Apple Watch. Access websites, search with Google, and enjoy secure, private browsing. Save favorite sites and navigate easily with intuitive gestures.

**Highlights:** Browse web on Apple Watch, Google search integration, Secure and private browsing, Bookmark favorite websites, Intuitive swipe navigation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| uBrowser Plus Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| uBrowser Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| uBrowser Plus Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Unique Apple Watch browser functionality
- 🚀 Fast performance for watch browsing
- 💡 Convenient for quick lookups without phone
- ✨ Simple and easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Extremely expensive subscription ($6.99/week)
- 🚫 Limited free trial (3-5 free searches)
- 🐛 App doesn't load properly on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Very slow performance
- 🎭 Deceptive pricing and typo-squatting copycat app

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to install on Apple Watch despite phone installation
- Continuous charging after subscription cancellation
- Repeated charges on initial download
- Handwriting recognition requires multiple attempts
- iOS 17 compatibility issues

**Requested features**

- Bookmark functionality on Apple Watch
- Account login/authentication support
- Image and video loading capability
- Transaction/payment support on websites
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Opera Browser with VPN free?

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

### Is uBrowser free?

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

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

Opera Browser with VPN is rated higher. Opera Browser with VPN averages 4.7 out of 5 from 266K ratings, while uBrowser averages 3.6 from 162 ratings.

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

Opera Browser with VPN shows ads; uBrowser does not.

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

Opera Browser with VPN ships an update fortnightly, and uBrowser every 10 days. Most recently, Opera Browser with VPN was updated on November 7, 2026 and uBrowser 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.*