Comparison

ORSurf vs Onion Browser

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

Head to head
About

ORSurf

Browse the web privately and securely with a fast, stable, and modern browser. It supports dark web browsing, video playback, and file downloads while preventing traffic leaks. Enjoy a clean UI and a free trial before subscribing.

Highlights
  • Fast and stable browsing
  • Modern WebKit engine
  • Darkweb ".onion" sites support
  • Video playback & file downloading
  • Disabled WebRTC for privacy
  • Clean and simple UI
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Fast, modern, stable and functional anonymous browser. It allows you to keep your privacy while browsing. ■ App features ■ • Fast and stable; • Clean simple yet powerful UI; • Based on modern WebKit engine; • Darkweb ".onion" sites support; • Video playback & files downloading; • Disabled WebRTC to prevent traffic leaks; • Try before you buy – free trial period available for every subscription plan. ■ Versions ■ • Client 0.4.6.9 • OpenSSL 1.1.1m • libevent 2.1.12 • lzma 5.2.5 • zstd 1.5.1 ■ Terms, Privacy, Subscription ■ Use of ORSurf is billed on a subscription basis ("Subscription(s)"). A Subscription can be taken out per month or per year. Your Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. You can manage your Subscription, cancel anytime, or turn off auto-renewal by accessing your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. 3 days free trial period available for the first-time Subscriptions. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a Subscription. • Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/ORSurfTerms • Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/ORSurfPrivacyPolicy ■ IMPORTANT ■ • This product is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project (https://www.torproject.org) about quality, suitability or anything else. • This product do most to provide but cannot guarantee you ABSOLUTE anonymity and/or ABSOLUTE privacy during its usage.

About

Onion Browser

Browse the web privately and securely with advanced features like ad blocking and VPN integration. Access the Darknet and deep web with confidence, while also monitoring your phone's performance and system health.

Highlights
  • Private browsing
  • VPN integration
  • Ad and tracker blocking
  • Darknet and deep web access
  • Phone performance analytics
  • Encryption and security
Features
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Welcome to Tube Onion Browser, where we're all about making your web journey private. Tube Browser is complemented by comprehensive insights into your phone's performance. Imagine a place where the Darknet, Dark web and the vast beyond are just a tap away. Our built-in privacy network is like a magic cloak, making you invisible as you browse, protecting your identity, and keeping your browsing history just between you and your phone. Our Dark Web Browser, navigates through a network of nodes and servers, using random nodes cleverly diverting your traffic to keep prying eyes and hackers at bay! ---- What Makes Tube Browser Your Go-To ---- - Privacy and Security, Hand in Hand: Our Orbot Browser is engineered for absolute privacy with layers of encryption and a network of nodes ensuring your digital foot print hidden from data hungry organisations and nosy ISPs. Browse anonymously, access the deep web and dark web keeping your internet footprint confidential. - Tracking? Not in Our House: In a world full of online tracking and ad traps, our Orbot Proxy and strong tracking protection act like an invisible shield for you online. Move around the web without leaving any marks or clues behind. - Sleek Performance: Who said privacy comes at the cost of speed? Not us! Our app is optimized to purr like a kitten, ensuring your browsing is as smooth as silk, without dragging down your device’s pep. - Tailored Analytics: Curious about your CPU usage or how much memory you have left? Our app provides a clear view of what’s happening inside your phone, from internet usage stats to system health, all without compromising your privacy or security. All through an intuitive and visual interface. - Security That Stands Guard: Imagine having a personal guardian for your phone, and that's our cutting-edge security suite for you. With tools sharp enough to spot reverse engineering shenanigans, your phone’s fortress is impenetrable. ---Your Browser’s Toolkit---- - Bridge setup? A breeze. - A straight dive into the Darknet. - Rerouting your path? As easy as pie. - Browsing history? What browsing history? - Bookmarking your faves? Just one click away. - Orbot Proxy for that extra layer of stealth. ---Phone Analytics Toolkit--- - Watch your CPU flex its muscles. - Memory allocation? Check it in real-time. - System uptime and kernel version at a glance. - Network insights and internet speed? Covered. - Battery feeling good? You’ll know. - Keeping cool? Monitor your device’s temp right here. Why wait? Your private browsing heaven awaits and is surprisingly simple. Oh, and let's not forget - Our powerful performance analytics let you keep a close watch on various stats of your phone! Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Re7isKybTTH4GN9NgUPJ1pzunVQdOpm5CqpKWpHOICA Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XHz0aiy86oQXpnZVJVCGRAnbcXgmoVfwpXPEQfM_-ac/ Terms of Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Z5Xxasw9eH9SO6ht3TX8-20qRRkfsy5ylRkA6J0O1c Disclaimer: This product is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability or anything else.

Screenshots

ORSurf4 screens
Onion Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Onion Browser at 4.6 against ORSurf's 3.7. Onion Browser also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 43%) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). ORSurf's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. ORSurf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Onion Browser sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Onion Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Onion Browser has 206 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of ORSurf's written reviews are positive against 85% of Onion Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ORSurf ships an update every 8 months, Onion Browser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ORSurf versus Onion Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterORSurfOnion Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (18 ratings)4.6 (206 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.1% of reviews84.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18206 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB89 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSergey SmirnovSecure cypher Solutions

Customer experience

ORSurf

All ratings18 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive43.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative51.0%

Onion Browser

All ratings206 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.1%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ORSurf

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Annual Plan3 Days trial$22.991 Year
7 purchases

Onion Browser

Subscriptions5
  • weekly subscription$2.997 Days
  • Onion Browser Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Onion Browser Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime premium subscription$17.99
  • Onion Browser Pro for Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is ORSurf free?
ORSurf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Onion Browser free?
Onion Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ORSurf or Onion Browser?
Onion Browser is rated higher. ORSurf averages 3.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Onion Browser averages 4.6 from 206 ratings.
Do ORSurf or Onion Browser have ads?
Neither ORSurf nor Onion Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ORSurf or Onion Browser?
ORSurf ships an update every 8 months, and Onion Browser every 10 days. Most recently, ORSurf was updated on September 29, 2026 and Onion Browser on October 2, 2026.

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