Comparison

Private Browser vs Private Browser

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

Head to head
About

Private Browser

Securely hide your private photos and videos from prying eyes. This app offers bank-level encryption and offline storage, ensuring your media remains private. It features a camouflage mode and quick lock options for added security.

Highlights
  • Hide private photos and videos
  • Bank-level encryption
  • Offline storage
  • Camouflage password mode
  • Quick lock options
  • Supports Live Photo, GIF, and videos
  • FaceID/TouchID login
Features
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• Worried about friends, or close people seeing your private photos or videos while borrowing your mobile phone? Then Best Photo Vault can solve this problem perfectly. • Never worry about being checked again. When she (he) wants to view the album, press the Home button and use the camouflage password. • No ads, no uploads, no risk of leakage (bank security level encrypted photos. Full offline storage does not upload any user data!) - Very careful design with the most exquisite animations and gestures. (If you are disappointed with the encrypted albums on the market, try it, it will bring you a lot of surprises!) - Support for Live Photo, GIF, long images, videos, etc. - Support batch and lossless import and export of photos, videos. - Safe and easy to use, press the Home button or shake it to lock the screen immediately. - Support FaceID, TouchID login, can set the default login user. [Automatic Renewal Professional Edition Package Description] -- Subscription period: 1 month (continuous monthly product) -- Subscription price: Free trial for 3 days, then continuous monthly subscription for $1.49 per month; -- Payment: The user confirms the purchase and payment and then credits it to the iTunes account. -- Cancel Renewal: To cancel renewal, manually turn off auto-renew in iTunes/Apple ID Settings Management 24 hours before the current subscription period expires. -- Renewal: Apple's iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be postponed for one subscription period. -- Privacy Policy: https://github.com/BestVault/Declares/blob/master/Privacy.md -- Auto Renewal Membership Service Agreement: https://github.com/BestVault/Declares/blob/master/TermService.md

About

Private Browser

Browse the web privately and securely with a built-in VPN. Enjoy ad-free browsing, protect your IP address, and encrypt your internet traffic. Offers advanced privacy tools and a distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Built-in VPN
  • Private browsing
  • Ad blocker
  • Encrypts web traffic
  • Hides IP address
  • No-logs policy
Features
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Ghost Private Browser – Browse Privately, Stay Secure Browse safely and privately with Ghost Private Browser — your secure browser with a built-in VPN for iPhone. Enjoy private, ad-free browsing without trackers, logs, or unwanted interruptions. Why Choose Ghost Private Browser Unlike Chrome, Safari, or Firefox, Ghost Private Browser ensures your online activity stays private. Your browsing history, cookies, and IP address remain protected from ISPs, advertisers, and public Wi-Fi networks. With integrated VPN, ad blocking, and privacy tools, you stay in control of your data. Layers of Protection Encrypts all web traffic and hides your real IP for total online privacy. Connect securely to fast, reliable VPN servers around the world. Built-in ad blocker removes intrusive ads and trackers. No data limits or throttling — just smooth, private browsing. Choose your search engine, enable dark mode, or use reader mode anytime. Premium Features Unlimited VPN for iPhone and iPad with 1,000+ secure servers. Automatically blocks cookie consent and GDPR pop-ups. Full control over privacy: clear cookies, disable logs, and manage data. Super Ad Block for a cleaner, distraction-free browsing experience. Speed-optimized network for fast, stable connections. Set Ghost as your default browser for continuous privacy protection. FAQ – Common Questions Q: What is a VPN and how does it work? A: A VPN encrypts your internet connection and routes it through secure servers, protecting your IP and data. Q: Why use a VPN for iPhone? A: To protect your privacy, avoid tracking, and secure your information on public Wi-Fi. Q: Is it legal to use a VPN in the USA? A: Yes. Using a VPN is completely legal in the United States. Q: Will a VPN slow down my speed? A: Our optimized servers minimize speed loss for smooth performance. Q: Does Ghost Private Browser keep logs? A: No. We follow a strict no-logs policy and never track your browsing activity. Q: Can I use Ghost VPN on multiple devices? A: Yes. Ghost Private Browser works on iPhone and iPad with one subscription. Q: Does a VPN protect me on public Wi-Fi? A: Absolutely. It encrypts your connection to prevent unauthorized access. Q: Is Ghost Private Browser safe? A: Yes. It combines VPN encryption, ad blocking, and privacy tools for a secure online experience. Subscription Information Payment is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before renewal. Manage or cancel anytime in your Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription starts. Privacy and Terms Privacy Policy: http://ghostprivatebrowser.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: http://ghostprivatebrowser.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Private Browser4 screens
Private Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Private Browser at 4.7 against Private Browser's 3.7. Private Browser also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 10). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Private Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Private Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Private Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser has 1.4K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Private Browser's written reviews are positive against 76% of Private Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, Private Browser every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Private Browser versus Private Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate BrowserPrivate Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4K ratings) — better3.7 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews — better76.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.013
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB42 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developer秀平 罗Unicorn VPN LLC

Customer experience

Private Browser

All ratings1,413 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews863 reviews
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.5%

Private Browser

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.8%

Bugs and requests

Private Browser

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Data migration issues
  • Video player losing sound after update

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add photo editing capabilities
  • Improve video playback functionality
  • Provide more free storage space

Private Browser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Private Browser

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Edition For Month$1.991 Month
  • Pro Edition$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Edition For Permanent$7.99
6 purchases

Private Browser

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Subscription$5.997 Days
  • Weekly + Free Trial7 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$29.991 Month
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  • Monthly Browser Subscription7 Days trial$37.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$149.991 Year
  • Yearly: Private Browser$299.991 Year

Questions

Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser or Private Browser?
Private Browser is rated higher. Private Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.7 from 10 ratings.
Do Private Browser or Private Browser have ads?
Neither Private Browser nor Private Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Private Browser or Private Browser?
Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, and Private Browser every 3 months. Most recently, Private Browser was updated on October 26, 2026 and Private Browser on October 23, 2026.

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