Comparison

Beacon Web Browser vs Loom

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

Head to head
About

Beacon Web Browser

A privacy-focused web browser that replaces traditional certificate authorities with decentralized peer-to-peer naming systems. It offers on-device DNSSEC validation and supports encrypted DNS with Handshake naming.

Highlights
  • Decentralized peer-to-peer naming systems
  • On-device DNSSEC validation
  • Encrypted DNS with Handshake naming
  • Access to Ethereum names
  • Open source development
Features
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Beacon is a privacy and security-focused browser with the goal of replacing traditional certificate authorities with decentralized peer-to-peer naming systems, DNSSEC, and DNS-Based Authentication of Named Entities (DANE)! 1. We use a lightweight peer-to-peer client that connects to the Handshake network[1] and syncs block headers in a few seconds! 2. On-device DNSSEC validation, you don't need to trust external resolvers. Beacon doesn't use a centralized DNSSEC signing key either. Instead, it requests and verifies proofs from the Handshake network. 3. Enable your device to use encrypted DNS with Handshake naming support. Handshake links to other naming systems such as Ethereum using HIP-5. Beacon supports accessing those names too! Try opening humbly.eth or impervious.forever. 4. Look for "Secured by Handshake" to identify websites secured by decentralized DNS-Based Authentication. 5. Beacon is open source! Submit feedback, contribute and report bugs or issues: https://github.com/imperviousinc/beacon-ios [1] https://handshake.org

About

Loom

This browser prioritizes your security with a unique PIN lock system, separate from device biometrics. It automatically deletes data after incorrect PIN attempts and locks when you switch apps. Your browsing history and personal data are never tracked or shared.

Highlights
  • Custom 6-digit PIN security
  • Automatic data deletion on incorrect PIN attempts
  • Auto-lock when switching apps
  • No tracking or sharing of browsing data
  • Intuitive tab management
  • Bookmark organization
  • Dark and light mode themes
Features
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Loom is a privacy-first browser designed for users who prioritise security. Featuring a unique 6-digit PIN lock system, separate from your device’s biometric security, Loom ensures that your browsing remains private and accessible only through a PIN you set up. Key Features: - Custom PIN Security – Protect your browser with a secure 6-digit PIN, safely stored in your Apple Keychain. - Automatic Data Deletion – Multiple incorrect PIN attempts will automatically erase stored data, safeguarding your sensitive information. - Auto-Lock – Loom automatically locks when you switch apps, requiring your PIN to regain access, keeping your browsing secure. - Complete Privacy – Your browsing habits, history, and personal data are never stored, tracked, or shared. - Tab Management – Effortlessly switch between multiple sites with intuitive tab controls. - Bookmarks – Save and organise your favourite sites for quick access. - Easy Sharing – Share web content seamlessly with friends and across social platforms. - Enhanced Privacy Controls – Manage history, cookies, and stored data with ease. - Dark & Light Mode – Choose a theme that suits your preference, day or night. Loom is the ideal browser for anyone who values discreet and secure web browsing, whether handling sensitive work data or browsing on public Wi-Fi. Download Loom today and take control of your online privacy!

Screenshots

Beacon Web Browser4 screens
Loom4 screens

Verdict

The call

Beacon Web Browser and Loom both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Beacon Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of Loom's. Beacon Web Browser also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Beacon Web Browser against 4.6 for Loom. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 30 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Beacon Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of Loom's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Beacon Web Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, Loom fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Beacon Web Browser versus Loom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeacon Web BrowserLoom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14 ratings)4.6 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1430 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperImpervious IncHurryApp LTD

Customer experience

Beacon Web Browser

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Loom

All ratings30 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Beacon Web Browser

No in-app purchases

None

Loom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Beacon Web Browser free?
Beacon Web Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Loom free?
Loom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Beacon Web Browser or Loom?
Loom is rated higher. Beacon Web Browser averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Loom averages 4.6 from 30 ratings.
Do Beacon Web Browser or Loom have ads?
Neither Beacon Web Browser nor Loom shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Beacon Web Browser or Loom?
Beacon Web Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Loom fortnightly. Most recently, Beacon Web Browser was updated on September 30, 2026 and Loom on October 9, 2026.

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