Comparison

Search Ace vs Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

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

Head to head
About

Search Ace

This app offers a faster, more private web browsing experience by cross-searching multiple websites and AI tools with a single query. It blocks ads to improve loading speed, reduce data usage, and conserve battery, while also providing privacy features and Apple Watch compatibility.

Highlights
  • Cross-search websites and AI tools
  • Ad blocking
  • Generative AI search
  • Apple Watch browsing
  • Save battery and data
  • Privacy protection
Features
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Two websites side by side, at once. Search AI and sites with one keyword. Block ads and load pages faster. Search Ace is a browser that makes searching the web dramatically easier. • View 2 websites at once (up to 4 on iPad) • Search up to 4 AIs and search sites at once, like ChatGPT and Gemini • Search across sites with one tap, then go further with related keywords • Show 100 web links in a widget • Ad blocking loads pages faster and cuts data use by about 40% • Better battery life, too • Protect your privacy: block trackers and clear all history at once • View websites in Dark Mode • Built-in offline thesaurus on Apple Watch • Ad-blocking browser on Apple Watch, too • Enjoy Wikipedia optimized for Apple Watch Terms of Use https://wordouen.sakura.ne.jp/SearchAcePro/terms.html Privacy Policy https://wordouen.sakura.ne.jp/SearchAcePro/privacy.html

About

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

A powerful, private web browser designed for customization and control. It offers desktop-style tab management, built-in ad and tracker blockers, and sync capabilities across devices. Personalize your browsing experience with themes, wallpapers, and dark mode.

Highlights
  • Ad Blocker
  • Tracker Blocker
  • Desktop-like tabs
  • Encrypted Sync
  • Customizable Themes & Wallpapers
  • Dark Mode for Webpages
  • Notes & Bookmarks
Features
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Vivaldi Browser is a powerful, personal, and private web browser. It comes packed with built-in features including desktop-style tabs, an Ad Blocker, tracking protection. Designed to put you back in control. Trusted by millions of users across the world. FEATURES: - Ad Blocker: Browse with minimal distractions. - Tracker Blocker: Stay protected with leading privacy and security features. - Custom Wallpapers & Themes: Pick a theme and background that matches your style. - Dark Mode for all webpages: Force Dark Mode to every website you visit. - Desktop-like tabs: Efficiently manage multiple websites at once. - Encrypted Sync: Seamlessly sync data across your mobile and desktop devices. - Notes: Jot down thoughts and ideas while browsing. - Bookmarks: Organize your favorite sites effortlessly. - Reading Lists: Save articles for offline reading. - Custom App Icon: Personalize Vivaldi's appearance on your home screen. - Switch Search Engines: Choose your preferred search engine on the fly. POWERFUL Packed with flexible features, all built in. PERSONAL You make it your own, Vivaldi adapts to you. PRIVATE We don't track you, or your behavior. DESKTOP-LIKE TABS Bring the robust tab management from your desktop to your iOS device. Vivaldi on iOS features a unique Tab Bar akin to the desktop browser. To activate or deactivate the Tab Bar, head to Vivaldi menu > Settings, and tap on "Show Tab Bar" to toggle the setting. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Never feel out of touch. Sync your data across devices with end-to-end encryption. From open tabs and saved logins to bookmarks and notes, everything is seamlessly available wherever you go. Add an extra layer of security with an encryption password. SET AS DEFAULT BROWSER Ready to make the switch? Set Vivaldi as your default browser and experience the web like never before. Here's how: Go to Settings, scroll down to Vivaldi, and select it as your Default Browser App. It's that simple! ABOUT VIVALDI With millions active users and a vibrant community of over 1.4 million members worldwide, Vivaldi is redefining what a web browser can be. At Vivaldi, we believe a browser should be powerful, personal, and private. With our unique philosophy of "respect, question, create, and deliver," we're crafting a browsing experience that adapts to you, not the other way around. Some of the links in this app are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the development of Vivaldi and keeps the web browser independent. Thank you for your support! By downloading Vivaldi, you are agreeing to the End User License Agreement at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/vivaldi-end-user-license-agreement/. Learn more about how Vivaldi handles and protects your data in our Privacy Policy at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/browser/.

Screenshots

Search Ace4 screens
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser at none against Search Ace's 6. Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 60%) and ratings volume (4.5K vs 605). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Search Ace sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Search Ace against 4.7 for Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser has 4.5K ratings behind it against 605, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Search Ace's written reviews are positive against 77% of Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Search Ace ships an update every 3 weeks, Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Search Ace versus Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSearch AceVivaldi Powerful Web Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (605 ratings)4.7 (4.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews59.9% of reviews77.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6054.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size288 MB241 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developerkimihiro kubotaVivaldi Technologies

Customer experience

Search Ace

All ratings601 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral3.7%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews142 reviews
Positive59.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative32.4%

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

All ratings4,386 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews1,168 reviews
Positive77.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative15.2%

User reviews

Search Ace

From 605 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🔒 Robust security and privacy features
  • 💡 Innovative search capabilities
  • 🎨 Great for finding images and media

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive features
  • 🔍 Limited search engine options

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

From 4.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Highly customizable
  • 🔒 Strong privacy and security features
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive
  • 💡 Innovative features like tab stacking
  • 👍 Seamless cross-device sync

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain concerns
  • 🔒 Lack of support for third-party password managers
  • 👎 Missing some basic mobile browser features (e.g., reader mode, bottom address bar)

Bugs and requests

Search Ace

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch for some users
  • Incompatible with certain iPad models
  • Location services not working as expected
  • Persisting issues even after uninstallation

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for landscape mode
  • Implement background audio/video playback
  • Improve customization options
  • Enhance Apple Watch integration
  • Optimize app size and performance

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Issues with ad blocker not working consistently
  • Problems with tab syncing between devices
  • Text input lag and delays
  • Forced review prompts

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to move address bar and navigation buttons to the bottom of the screen
  • Ability to set custom search engines
  • Implement a reader mode
  • Add support for browser extensions
  • Improve tab closing/management gestures
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  • Provide more customization options

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Search Ace

Subscriptions3
  • Premium (1 Month)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium (3 Month)7 Days trial$7.993 Months
  • Premium (12 Month)7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time3
  • Thesaurus for iOSFree
  • English Thesaurus for WatchOSFree
  • Search Ace Premium$24.99
None

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Search Ace free?
Search Ace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser free?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Search Ace or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is rated higher. Search Ace averages 4.6 out of 5 from 605 ratings, while Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser averages 4.7 from 4.5K ratings.
Do Search Ace or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser have ads?
Neither Search Ace nor Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Search Ace or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Search Ace ships an update every 3 weeks, and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. Most recently, Search Ace was updated on October 29, 2026 and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser on October 30, 2026.

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