Comparison

Mojeek 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

Mojeek

This app offers a private search engine experience directly on your device. It provides unbiased results generated by its own technology without tracking your activity. The service is committed to user privacy and is hosted in an environmentally friendly data center.

Highlights
  • Independent search results
  • No user tracking
  • Proprietary search technology
  • Privacy-focused
  • Environmentally friendly hosting
Features
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Our app provides an on-device version of the Mojeek search engine, which includes the following features: • Independent and unbiased search results • Search that doesn’t follow you around • Search technology created from the ground up • Hosted in the UK’s Greenest Data Centre Independent and unbiased search results Mojeek is a crawler based search engine with its very own index of web pages, so we are not reliant on any other engine to produce our results. Mojeek doesn't have an agenda because we believe it’s a search engine’s job to provide you with relevant search results, not to force a point of view on you. Search that doesn’t follow you around Mojeek was the first search engine ever to state that it doesn't track its users, and we've been committed to privacy ever since. This means Mojeek does not possess any identifying information on you, such as IP addresses, search history or click behaviour. That's because we think it’s your right to search the web without someone following you around. Search technology created from the ground up When you do a search on Mojeek, the results shown have been generated by our own algorithm, from our own database of web pages, which was crawled and made searchable by our own technology. Hosted in the UK’s Greenest Data Centre As a search engine, our servers need to be connected 24/7 and use more power than most, so our responsibility to minimise our footprint on the environment is something we believe to be very important. This is a key reason why we chose Custodian to host and run our servers, as a winner of the 'Green Data Centre' accolade at the Datacentre Leaders Awards. About Mojeek: https://www.mojeek.com/about/ Mojeek Privacy Policy: https://www.mojeek.com/about/privacy.html Mojeek Blog: https://blog.mojeek.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mojeek Twitter: https://twitter.com/mojeek Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/mojeek

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

Mojeek3 screens
Private Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

Mojeek and Private Browser both sit at 3.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Private Browser's written reviews are positive against 33% of Mojeek's. Private Browser also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Mojeek's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Mojeek asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.6 for Mojeek against 3.7 for Private Browser. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 10 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Mojeek's written reviews are positive against 76% of Private Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mojeek ships an update every 5 days, Private Browser every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and August 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mojeek versus Private Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMojeekPrivate Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (24 ratings)3.7 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews76.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.013
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB42 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMojeek LimitedUnicorn VPN LLC

Customer experience

Mojeek

All ratings18 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral22.2%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral26.7%
Negative40.0%

Private Browser

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

In-app purchases

None

Mojeek

No in-app purchases

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 Mojeek free?
Mojeek is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mojeek or Private Browser?
Private Browser is rated higher. Mojeek averages 3.6 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.7 from 10 ratings.
Do Mojeek or Private Browser have ads?
Neither Mojeek nor Private Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mojeek or Private Browser?
Mojeek ships an update every 5 days, and Private Browser every 3 months. Most recently, Mojeek was updated on July 5, 2026 and Private Browser on August 13, 2026.

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