# Desktop Browser vs Topaz Browser

Desktop Browser and Topaz Browser both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Topaz Browser's written reviews are positive against 65% of Desktop Browser's. Topaz Browser also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Desktop Browser's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 9) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Desktop Browser against 4.6 for Topaz Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Desktop Browser has 3.3K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Desktop Browser's written reviews are positive against 100% of Topaz Browser's.

Desktop Browser ships an update every 5 weeks, Topaz Browser monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Desktop Browser | Topaz Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desktop-browser-zoomable/id1568442831/reviews) | **[4.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topaz-browser/id6740295058/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 64.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | — |
| Size | 15 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Actowise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563247119) | [Juul Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1119240022) |

## What reviewers say

### Desktop Browser

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

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Developer Tools, #179 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


### Topaz Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topaz-browser/id6740295058)

This application serves as a specialized browser for interacting with web experiences delivered over Bluetooth. It is designed for technical development and accessing Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth web experience access, IoT device integration, Technical development tool, Web browsing over Bluetooth

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Desktop Browser free?

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

### Is Topaz Browser free?

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

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

Topaz Browser is rated higher. Desktop Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Topaz Browser averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.

### Do Desktop Browser or Topaz Browser have ads?

Neither Desktop Browser nor Topaz Browser shows ads.

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

Desktop Browser ships an update every 5 weeks, and Topaz Browser monthly. Most recently, Desktop Browser was updated on October 20, 2026 and Topaz 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.*