# Gear vs PPBrowser for Web Video

The clearest difference is rating: PPBrowser for Web Video at 4.7 against Gear's 4.0. PPBrowser for Web Video also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 56%) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 252). Gear's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and PPBrowser for Web Video sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PPBrowser for Web Video holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PPBrowser for Web Video has 1.4K ratings behind it against 252, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Gear's written reviews are positive against 87% of PPBrowser for Web Video's.

Gear ships an update every 5 days, PPBrowser for Web Video fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gear | PPBrowser for Web Video |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (252 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gear-ai-web-extension-browser/id1458962238/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ppbrowser-for-web-video/id1492241188/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 252 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **86.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 55 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Binary Gear LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/959824264) | [铁梅 闫](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439902020) |

## What reviewers say

### Gear

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gear-ai-web-extension-browser/id1458962238)

A modern, privacy-focused web browser designed for enthusiasts. It offers powerful extension support, on-device AI features, and advanced tools for enhanced productivity and a personalized browsing experience.

**Highlights:** Powerful extension engine, Unlimited AI features, Adaptive dark mode, Intelligent translator, Built-in content filter, Professional developer tools, Immersive reader mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Semi-annually Pro Subscription | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 🔒 Secure browsing
- 👍 Minimalist design
- 👍 Customizable dark mode
- 🚀 Efficient performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with extensions
- 🔒 Paid subscription for core features
- 🐛 Crashes and stability problems
- 🐛 Slow page loading
- 🐛 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Extensions not working
- Inability to open certain websites
- Inconsistent dark mode behavior
- Difficulty managing bookmarks and history

**Requested features**

- Add support for more extensions and userscripts
- Improve tab management and browsing experience
- Provide more customization options
- Optimize performance and stability
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


### PPBrowser for Web Video

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ppbrowser-for-web-video/id1492241188)

This app offers a powerful web browsing experience with built-in ad blocking and a versatile video player. Enjoy picture-in-picture viewing, background audio playback, and robust file management tools. Secure your browsing with passcode lock and customize your experience with dark mode and user-agent options.

**Highlights:** Ad blocking, Picture-in-picture video, Background audio playback, File management, Passcode lock, Dark mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| premium | $3.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Blocks ads effectively
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful features like background playback and floating window
- 👍 Good alternative to YouTube

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Some navigation and UI glitches
- 💰 Ads/monetization concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Download window pops up twice
- Floating window sometimes doesn't work as expected
- Frequent 'Are you still watching?' prompts
- Crashes when trying to download videos

**Requested features**

- Add option to set default video quality
- Improve floating video controls
- Implement a 'back to original size' button for floating window
- Add 'double tap' gesture for forward/backward video playback


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gear free?

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

### Is PPBrowser for Web Video free?

PPBrowser for Web Video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gear or PPBrowser for Web Video?

PPBrowser for Web Video is rated higher. Gear averages 4.0 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while PPBrowser for Web Video averages 4.7 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Gear or PPBrowser for Web Video have ads?

PPBrowser for Web Video shows ads; Gear does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gear or PPBrowser for Web Video?

Gear ships an update every 5 days, and PPBrowser for Web Video fortnightly. Most recently, Gear was updated on October 29, 2026 and PPBrowser for Web Video on October 24, 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.*