# Gear vs Plug Internet

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plug Internet at none against Gear's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Plug Internet asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gear | Plug Internet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (251 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gear-ai-web-extension-browser/id1458962238/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **251** | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 55 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Binary Gear LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/959824264) | [Kauan Almeida](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837602264) |

## 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


### Plug Internet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plug-internet/id6763623721)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gear free?

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

### Is Plug Internet free?

Plug Internet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Gear or Plug Internet have ads?

Neither Gear nor Plug Internet shows ads.

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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.*