Comparison

RedirectWeb vs Privacy Redirect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RedirectWeb

Automate your web browsing by creating custom rules to redirect URLs. This extension enhances privacy, allows you to choose preferred search engines, and offers cleaner experiences for social media and video platforms.

Highlights
  • Custom URL redirection rules
  • Automatic redirection to privacy-focused search engines
  • Cleaner social media and video experiences
  • Support for Wildcards and Regular Expressions
  • Declarative Net Request API for fast redirections
  • iCloud Sync across devices
  • MDM support for enterprise deployment
Features
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Tired of manually fixing URLs? RedirectWeb is a Safari extension that automatically redirects URLs based on your custom rules. Save time, protect your privacy, and browse the web your way. — TOP FEATURES & USE CASES — • Smart Maps Redirection: Automatically open Google Maps links in Apple Maps. • Search Your Way: Force Safari to use Kagi, Startpage, Brave Search, or any privacy-focused engine as your default. • Better Social Media: Redirect Twitter/X to Nitter, Reddit to Old Reddit, or YouTube to Invidious for a cleaner, ad-free experience. • Global Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Also compatible with Chrome and Firefox on Mac. • Extensive Library: Don't know where to start? Browse our built-in library of popular, pre-made rules. — PRIVACY FIRST — • Zero Tracking: We do not collect any personal data. Your browsing habits stay on your device. • No Ads: Enjoy a distraction-free utility. — FOR POWER USERS — • Multiple Rule Formats: Support for Wildcards and full Regular Expressions (Regex). • Advanced Logic: Use exclusion patterns to prevent loops and capture groups ($1, $2) for complex URL rewriting. • Ultra-Fast DNR Rules: Leverage the modern Declarative Net Request API for lightning-fast, zero-latency redirections before network requests even start. Gain granular control by filtering resource types and HTTP methods. • Sync & Backup: iCloud Sync keeps your rules updated across all your devices. Export/Import JSON for easy backup. — FOR ENTERPRISES & IT ADMINS — • MDM Support: Centrally deploy and manage redirection rules across your organization's devices using Apple's Managed App Configuration (Jamf, Intune, Kandji, etc.). • Enforced Routing & Control: Seamlessly redirect employees during internal system migrations, set up intranet access, and lock down in-app settings to prevent user tampering. For Volume Purchase Program (VPP) customers, we also offer a Pro version with all features unlocked out-of-the-box, ideal for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations of all types. Search for "RedirectWeb Pro" on the App Store. — PRICING — • Start for Free: Enjoy 1 active rule forever. No ads, no time limits. • Pro Unlock: One-time purchase or low-cost subscription for unlimited rules and iCloud Sync. Universal Purchase included. Buy once, use on all devices. — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Install RedirectWeb and enable the extension in Safari. 2. Add a rule from the Library or create your own "From → To" flow. 3. Browse as usual. RedirectWeb handles the rest in the background! — SUPPORT — Questions or feedback? Go to Settings → "Send Feedback" within the app. We listen to our users! Take control of your web links today. Download RedirectWeb and skip the detours.

About

Privacy Redirect

This app automatically redirects requests from popular services like Twitter, YouTube, and Google Search to privacy-focused alternatives. It offers a configurable way to enhance your online privacy by using open-source, community-driven options.

Highlights
  • Redirects Twitter
  • Redirects YouTube
  • Redirects Reddit
  • Redirects Google Maps
  • Redirects Google Search
  • Redirects Google Translate
  • Privacy-focused alternatives
Features
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A configurable web extension that redirects Twitter, YouTube, Reddit, Google Maps, Google Search, and Google Translate to privacy friendly alternatives. A fork of Simon Brazell's Chrome and Firefox extension written with SwiftUI and JavaScript for iOS.

Screenshots

RedirectWeb4 screens
Privacy Redirect3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RedirectWeb at 93% against Privacy Redirect's 47%. RedirectWeb also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (4.7 vs 3.6). Privacy Redirect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

RedirectWeb is free to download; Privacy Redirect costs $1.99 up front. RedirectWeb sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Privacy Redirect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RedirectWeb holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 75 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of RedirectWeb's written reviews are positive against 47% of Privacy Redirect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RedirectWeb ships an update every 6 days, Privacy Redirect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
RedirectWeb versus Privacy Redirect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRedirectWebPrivacy Redirect
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.7 (75 ratings) — better3.6 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews93.4% of reviews — better47.1% of reviews
Number of ratings75 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManabu NakazawaFIGBERT LLC

Customer experience

RedirectWeb

All ratings75 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive93.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.6%

Privacy Redirect

All ratings23 ratings
Positive65.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative30.4%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral11.8%
Negative41.2%

Bugs and requests

RedirectWeb

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App is too difficult to understand for non-coders
  • Redirection isn't smooth
  • Some users report it doesn't work at all
  • Extension doesn't open other apps as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Folders and search feature for created rules
  • More in-depth tutorial for complex redirects
  • Wildcard support in a future update
  • Ability to modify request headers
  • More examples in the help guide for wildcard redirects

Privacy Redirect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RedirectWeb

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock all features (1 year)7 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock all features forever$3.99
None

Privacy Redirect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RedirectWeb free?
RedirectWeb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Privacy Redirect free?
Privacy Redirect costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RedirectWeb or Privacy Redirect?
RedirectWeb is rated higher. RedirectWeb averages 4.7 out of 5 from 75 ratings, while Privacy Redirect averages 3.6 from 23 ratings.
Do RedirectWeb or Privacy Redirect have ads?
Neither RedirectWeb nor Privacy Redirect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RedirectWeb or Privacy Redirect?
RedirectWeb ships an update every 6 days, and Privacy Redirect every 3 weeks. Most recently, RedirectWeb was updated on November 11, 2026 and Privacy Redirect on November 3, 2026.

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