# Fend vs Private Browser

The clearest difference is rating: Fend at 4.8 against Private Browser's 3.7. Fend also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fend sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Private Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fend holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fend has 179 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Fend's written reviews are positive against 76% of Private Browser's.

Fend ships an update every 8 days, Private Browser every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fend | Private Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (179 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fend-private-browser/id1590227509/reviews)** | [3.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-web-browser/id1661034319/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **179** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 76.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 136 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Pie Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529362627) | [Unicorn VPN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513310581) |

## What reviewers say

### Fend

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fend-private-browser/id1590227509)

This app is a high-security private web browser that protects your online privacy and security. It blocks ads and trackers, loads websites faster, and keeps your browsing data on your device.

**Highlights:** Private browsing, no data stored on servers, Built-in ad and tracker blocker, Loads websites up to 3x faster, Secure SSL connections by default, Private mode to clear history easily, Customizable features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Protection (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| Advanced Protection (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |


### Private Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-web-browser/id1661034319)

Browse the web privately and securely with a built-in VPN. Enjoy ad-free browsing, protect your IP address, and encrypt your internet traffic. Offers advanced privacy tools and a distraction-free experience.

**Highlights:** Built-in VPN, Private browsing, Ad blocker, Encrypts web traffic, Hides IP address, No-logs policy

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly + Free Trial | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| Monthly Browser Subscription | $37.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $149.99 | per year |
| Yearly: Private Browser | $299.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fend free?

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

### Is Private Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fend or Private Browser?

Fend is rated higher. Fend averages 4.8 out of 5 from 179 ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.7 from 10 ratings.

### Do Fend or Private Browser have ads?

Neither Fend nor Private Browser shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fend or Private Browser?

Fend ships an update every 8 days, and Private Browser every 3 months. Most recently, Fend was updated on October 10, 2026 and Private Browser on September 29, 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.*