# Split Screen vs Lion Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lion Browser at 87% against Split Screen's 17%. Lion Browser also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). Split Screen's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Split Screen sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.49 per month and Lion Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lion Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 91 and 114 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Split Screen's written reviews are positive against 87% of Lion Browser's.

Split Screen ships an update every 5 weeks, Lion Browser every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Split Screen | Lion Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (91 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-multitasking/id1561786234/reviews) | **[4.7 (114 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lion-browser-safe-browsing/id1659491301/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 91 | **114** |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 6 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Supagarn Pattananuchart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488328374) | [Lion Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876328066) |

## What reviewers say

### Split Screen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-multitasking/id1561786234)

Browse social media and watch videos simultaneously, or perform any two tasks at once. This app allows you to split your device's display for enhanced productivity and entertainment, eliminating the need to switch between tabs.

**Highlights:** Split screen multitasking view, Watch movies and browse simultaneously, Supports portrait and landscape modes, Password protection for dual-screen, Open any two websites or apps, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Split Screen Premium | $4.49 | per month |


### Lion Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lion-browser-safe-browsing/id1659491301)

This web browser offers built-in parental controls to help teens explore the internet safely. Adults can also use it for personal accountability, setting limits and receiving reports on flagged content. It provides a familiar browsing experience while ensuring responsible online activity.

**Highlights:** Blocks explicit websites, Detects inappropriate images, Customizable detection sensitivity, Whitelist mode, PIN-protected settings, Weekly accountability reports, Personal browsing limits

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Individual Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Family Plan | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium Family Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Individual Plan (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Family Plan (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Family Plan (Annual) | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Split Screen free?

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

### Is Lion Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Split Screen or Lion Browser?

Lion Browser is rated higher. Split Screen averages 4.1 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while Lion Browser averages 4.7 from 114 ratings.

### Do Split Screen or Lion Browser have ads?

Neither Split Screen nor Lion Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Split Screen or Lion Browser?

Split Screen ships an update every 5 weeks, and Lion Browser every 5 days. Most recently, Split Screen was updated on October 24, 2026 and Lion Browser on October 30, 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.*