# IoTMeter vs Desktop Browser

The clearest difference is rating: Desktop Browser at 4.5 against IoTMeter's 1.0. Desktop Browser also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 33%) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 1). IoTMeter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Desktop Browser sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. IoTMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Desktop Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Desktop Browser has 3.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of IoTMeter's written reviews are positive against 64% of Desktop Browser's.

IoTMeter ships an update every 3 weeks, Desktop Browser every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IoTMeter | Desktop Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iotmeter/id1560319286/reviews) | **[4.5 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desktop-browser-zoomable/id1568442831/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **64.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#23** |
| Size | 35 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Lpa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560303712) | [Actowise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563247119) |

## What reviewers say

### IoTMeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iotmeter/id1560319286)

This application provides a user interface for managing smart devices that measure electrical quantities and control EVSE charging. It optimizes the use of photovoltaic power for heating appliances and hot water storage, enabling wireless communication with various energy systems.

**Highlights:** Device setup and user interface, Electrical quantity measurement, EVSE charging current control, PV power utilization optimization, Wireless communication with PV inverters, Standalone function capability

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Desktop Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desktop-browser-zoomable/id1568442831)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Free · Developer Tools, #61 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Experience a full desktop web on your mobile device. This browser simulates a large, resizable screen to display desktop versions of websites, avoiding mobile-optimized layouts. Enjoy features like zoom control, full-screen mode, and privacy-focused data collection.

**Highlights:** Desktop website rendering, Zoomable screen (1x-3x), Full screen mode, Portrait/landscape transitions, Favorites management, UI customization, Multiple tabs (Pro), Theme customization (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2 Extra Tabs | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Intuitive user interface
- 🔍 Effective desktop mode
- 💡 Useful zoom feature
- 🔒 Secure browsing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and reloads
- 🔍 Inconsistent desktop mode performance
- 📱 Incompatible with some mobile apps
- 💸 Paid version required for full functionality
- 🔌 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Issues connecting to local IP addresses
- Inability to use Google account login
- Blank pages when resizing or zooming
- Redirects to search engine instead of desired site

**Requested features**

- Add ad-blocking capabilities
- Implement local network access
- Allow setting as default browser
- Introduce a virtual trackpad mode
- Improve bookmark management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IoTMeter free?

IoTMeter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Desktop Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IoTMeter or Desktop Browser?

Desktop Browser is rated higher. IoTMeter averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Desktop Browser averages 4.5 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do IoTMeter or Desktop Browser have ads?

Neither IoTMeter nor Desktop Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IoTMeter or Desktop Browser?

IoTMeter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Desktop Browser every 5 weeks. Most recently, IoTMeter was updated on September 15, 2026 and Desktop Browser on September 27, 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.*