# Rubyist vs Private Web Browser

The clearest difference is update cadence: Private Web Browser at every 4 days against Rubyist's every 3 weeks. Private Web Browser also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). Rubyist's advantage is ratings volume (93 vs 18). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rubyist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Private Web Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Private Web Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rubyist has 93 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, Private Web Browser every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rubyist | Private Web Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (93 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rubyist-ruby-scripting/id1539089868/reviews) | **[4.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-web-browser-dual/id6476036602/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **93** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TSUBASA TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539089870) | [Bashar Almadi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1163630170) |

## What reviewers say

### Rubyist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rubyist-ruby-scripting/id1539089868)

Execute and automate Ruby scripts directly on your iPhone and iPad. This app utilizes the MRuby VM to run code, integrate with Shortcuts and Siri, and offers a robust editor with syntax highlighting and autocomplete.

**Highlights:** Run Ruby code on device, Editor with syntax highlighting, Code autocomplete, Shortcuts app integration, Siri command creation, Native alerts and inputs, HTTP requests, Clipboard access

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


### Private Web Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-web-browser-dual/id6476036602)

Browse two websites simultaneously with customizable split-screen functionality. This app allows for independent control of each window, enhancing productivity for work, study, entertainment, and shopping.

**Highlights:** Dual browsing windows, Customizable split-screen, Independent window controls, Seamless integration, User-friendly interface, Product comparison

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Split Browser - PRO Lifetime | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rubyist free?

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

### Is Private Web Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Rubyist or Private Web Browser?

Private Web Browser is rated higher. Rubyist averages 4.6 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while Private Web Browser averages 4.8 from 18 ratings.

### Do Rubyist or Private Web Browser have ads?

Neither Rubyist nor Private Web Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rubyist or Private Web Browser?

Rubyist ships an update every 3 weeks, and Private Web Browser every 4 days. Most recently, Rubyist was updated on October 15, 2026 and Private Web Browser on October 6, 2026.

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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.*