# EXTENSION.app vs Bro Browser

The clearest difference is monetization model: EXTENSION.app at free with in-app purchases against Bro Browser's subscription. EXTENSION.app also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 50%) and ratings volume (5K vs 1.1K). Bro Browser's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EXTENSION.app sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Bro Browser sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for EXTENSION.app against 4.5 for Bro Browser. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of EXTENSION.app's written reviews are positive against 50% of Bro Browser's.

EXTENSION.app ships an update every 6 weeks, Bro Browser fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EXTENSION.app | Bro Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/extensionapp/id1533525753/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bro-browser-pip-video-player/id6450754039/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | **77.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 223 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [X.app](https://appshunter.io/developer/1397532342) | [European Apps Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633473927) |

## What reviewers say

### EXTENSION.app

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/extensionapp/id1533525753)

This app enhances video playback on iOS devices, enabling Picture-in-Picture mode for supported websites and apps. It allows for simultaneous playback of multiple videos, background audio, and provides extensive sharing and browser extension capabilities.

**Highlights:** Picture-in-Picture video mode, Simultaneous video playback, Background audio playback, Share extensions for videos, Safari browser extensions, iMessage extension for videos, Customizable shortcuts

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EXTENSION+ Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| EXTENSION+ Monthly for Family | $1.99 | per month |
| EXTENSION+ Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| EXTENSION+ Yearly for Family | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works as described
- 💡 Useful for multitasking
- 🔒 No data collection
- 👍 Simple and straightforward

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🚫 Compatibility problems with some apps
- 💤 Automatic closing of the window after video ends

**Reported bugs**

- Picture-in-picture mode not working consistently
- Age-restricted videos unable to be viewed
- Playlist shuffling not working on iPad
- Freezing or crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add playback speed adjustment in PIP mode
- Implement a history or bookmarking feature
- Improve seamless transition to PIP mode
- Add support for more apps beyond just web-based ones
- Integrate with system-level PIP for better integration


### Bro Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bro-browser-pip-video-player/id6450754039)

Browse the web and multitask with a floating video player. Listen to videos with your screen locked. Features include a timer, photo viewer, and website favorites for seamless multitasking.

**Highlights:** Picture-in-Picture video playback, Background audio playback on locked screen, Adjustable PiP window size and position, Integrated PiP timer, Always-visible clock, Picture-in-Picture photo viewer, Website favorites

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bro Browser Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Picture in Picture Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless video playback
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Useful picture-in-picture feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 💰 Paid premium features
- 🚫 Restricted functionality without premium

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Compatibility problems on older devices
- Unreliable performance

**Requested features**

- Add casting capability
- Improve search and navigation
- Introduce a free ad-free mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EXTENSION.app free?

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

### Is Bro Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EXTENSION.app or Bro Browser?

EXTENSION.app is rated higher. EXTENSION.app averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while Bro Browser averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do EXTENSION.app or Bro Browser have ads?

Neither EXTENSION.app nor Bro Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EXTENSION.app or Bro Browser?

EXTENSION.app ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bro Browser fortnightly. Most recently, EXTENSION.app was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bro Browser on October 27, 2026.

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