Comparison

TOR Browser vs Orbot

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

Head to head
About

TOR Browser

Enhance your online privacy and anonymity with a secure browser that routes traffic through the TOR network. It blocks trackers, ads, and hides your IP address for a safe browsing experience, even accessing .onion sites.

Highlights
  • Anonymous web browsing via TOR
  • Access .onion websites
  • Hide IP address
  • Block trackers and ads
  • Secure public Wi-Fi
  • Auto-clear history and cookies
Features
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Now experience ultimate online privacy and anonymity. Say goodbye to online tracking and prying eyes, and enjoy a safe and secure online experience. Online Privacy. Browse Privately. Explore Freely. TOR Browser & Onion Browser: - Private TOR Browser for anonymous web browsing - Faster TOR Browser — browse at speed without compromising anonymity - Access .onion websites through the TOR network - Protect your identity and block online tracking - Route traffic through multiple TOR relays for enhanced privacy - Browse the deep web and surface web privately and securely - Auto-clear browsing history, cookies, cache, and trackers VPN Features: - Strict no-logs policy — your activity is never recorded - Hide your real IP address for completely private browsing - Secure your traffic on public Wi-Fi and unsafe networks - Shield yourself from ISPs, hackers, and unwanted monitoring - Unlimited time, data, and bandwidth — no restrictions - Auto-Connect for always-on security and protection - Connect through global servers to access content unavailable in your region Ad Blocker & Privacy Protection: - Built-in Ad Blocker with Safari support for cleaner browsing - Block intrusive ads, pop-ups, banners and annoying web elements - Stop trackers, analytics scripts, and hidden online monitoring - Defend against malicious ads and dangerous domains - Faster page loading, smoother browsing, less data usage - Save battery life and reduce mobile data consumption Download our app today and start browsing the web with confidence and peace of mind. With our privacy focused app you'll never have to compromise on privacy or security again! Please Note: - Web browsing through the TOR browser is inherently slower than through a normal browser like Safari but it's totally worth it in order to protect your privacy. - Our app uses the TOR distributed network and is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and implies no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability etc. ------------------- SUBSCRIPTION INFO: Subscribe to take advantage of all the features described above. • Subscription length: weekly, monthly, yearly • Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. • Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://brickdusttech.com/vpnprivacypolicy/ Terms of service: https://brickdusttech.com/terms_conditions/

About

Orbot

This app provides a free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for enhanced internet safety and privacy. It allows users to browse the web over Tor, secure their traffic, and access .onion sites. While it offers increased privacy, users should be aware that browsing speeds may be slower than a standard VPN.

Highlights
  • Browse internet over Tor
  • Secure traffic from insecure networks
  • Access .onion sites
  • Free and open-source
Features
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Orbot is the original free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for iOS and macOS. Orbot helps you access the internet with more safety and privacy, and no extra cost to you. FEATURES: - Browse the internet over Tor. - Secure your traffic from insecure wireless networks and ISPs. - Access .onion sites that are only accessible over Tor. DISCLAIMERS: - Web browsing is much slower than through a normal VPN because your traffic is encrypted and relayed through the Tor network. - Orbot might not work on networks with advanced network restrictions. If the app does not connect, try using bridges (or a different type of bridge). - Use of Orbot is at your own risk; remember that sensitive data does not always belong on a mobile device. ** Orbot is free and open-source software. You can read more about Orbot and how to support development of Tor on iOS by visiting orbot.app **

Screenshots

TOR Browser4 screens
Orbot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TOR Browser at 74% against Orbot's 26%. TOR Browser also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (19K vs 951). Orbot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, update cadence, ads and 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

Both are free to download. TOR Browser sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Orbot asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TOR Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TOR Browser has 19K ratings behind it against 951, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of TOR Browser's written reviews are positive against 26% of Orbot's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, Orbot monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TOR Browser versus Orbot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOR BrowserOrbot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (19K ratings) — better3.0 (951 ratings)
Positive reviews74.3% of reviews — better25.9% of reviews
Number of ratings19K — better951
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS1515.0
Further details — not scored
Size210 MB115 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBrick Dust Technologies LLCThe Tor Project

Customer experience

TOR Browser

All ratings19,455 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews1,119 reviews
Positive74.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative20.1%

Orbot

All ratings909 ratings
Positive47.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative46.3%
Written reviews397 reviews
Positive25.9%
Neutral6.8%
Negative67.3%

User reviews

TOR Browser

From 19K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable VPN
  • 🔒 Secure and private browsing
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💡 Tor and VPN in one app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Intrusive ads and upsells for premium
  • ⏱️ Slow browsing speeds at times
  • 🤔 Confusing settings and features

Orbot

From 951 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable connection
  • 🔒 Secure and private browsing
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
  • 🌐 Bypasses censorship and internet restrictions

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and unstable connection
  • 🔋 High battery drain
  • ⚠️ Incompatible with some iOS versions and devices
  • 🕰️ Slow connection speeds

Bugs and requests

TOR Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to disable VPN or switch providers
  • Inconsistent behavior when connecting/disconnecting
  • Syncing issues between app and device settings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved server selection and stability
  • Better transparency around data collection
  • Easier access to Tor browser functionality

Orbot

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fails to connect at 50% or gets stuck in a connection loop
  • Causes Wi-Fi or mobile data connection issues
  • Randomly disconnects without warning
  • Onion Browser integration is unreliable

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add manual bridge configuration options
  • Implement a kill switch to block internet access when VPN disconnects
  • Improve compatibility with other iOS apps and services
  • Provide more detailed connection logs and diagnostics

In-app purchases

9 purchases

TOR Browser

Subscriptions9
  • Discounted Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Weekly @ 50% Less$1.997 Days
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • TOR+VPN Premium @ Lowest Price$4.991 Month
  • Monthly @ 50% Less7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Monthly with free trial3 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • Discounted Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
  • Yearly @50% Less7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$58.991 Year
None

Orbot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TOR Browser free?
TOR Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Orbot free?
Orbot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TOR Browser or Orbot?
TOR Browser is rated higher. TOR Browser averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Orbot averages 3.0 from 951 ratings.
Do TOR Browser or Orbot have ads?
Neither TOR Browser nor Orbot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TOR Browser or Orbot?
TOR Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Orbot monthly. Most recently, TOR Browser was updated on September 25, 2026 and Orbot on September 23, 2026.

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