OnionShare vs Onion Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OnionShare
Securely share files and host websites directly from your device without relying on cloud services. Protects against third-party access, network eavesdropping, and user identity exposure through end-to-end encryption and Tor network integration.
- Direct file sharing
- Host websites
- Tor Onion Services integration
- End-to-end encryption
- Anonymity protection
- No third-party servers
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Ever wanted to share something without also sharing it with Google or Dropbox? Tax documents, medical information, or unpublished research? Share files directly and securely without the middlemen. Your Private Productivity Suite.. In Your Pocket! Share files and host websites right from your phone, all over Tor Onion Services, built by the developers who created Orbot, Briar, Onion Browser and CalyxOS! What OnionShare protects against Third parties don’t have access to anything that happens in OnionShare. Using OnionShare means hosting services directly on your computer. When sharing your files with OnionShare, they are not uploaded to any third-party server. This avoids the traditional model of having to trust the computers of others. Network eavesdroppers can’t spy on anything that happens in OnionShare in transit. The connection between the Tor onion service and Tor Browser is end-to-end encrypted. This means network attackers can’t eavesdrop on anything except encrypted Tor traffic. Even if an eavesdropper is a malicious rendezvous node used to connect the Tor Browser with OnionShare’s onion service, the traffic is encrypted using the onion service’s private key. Anonymity of OnionShare users are protected by Tor. OnionShare and Tor Browser protect the anonymity of the users. As long as the OnionShare user anonymously communicates the OnionShare address with the Tor Browser users, the Tor Browser users and eavesdroppers can’t learn the identity of the OnionShare user. If an attacker learns about the onion service, they still can’t access anything. Prior attacks against the Tor network to enumerate onion services allowed attackers to discover private .onion addresses. To access an OnionShare service from its address, the private key used for client authentication must be guessed (unless the service is already made public by turning off the private key – see Turn Off Private Key).
Onion Browser
Browse the web privately and securely with advanced features like ad blocking and VPN integration. Access the Darknet and deep web with confidence, while also monitoring your phone's performance and system health.
- Private browsing
- VPN integration
- Ad and tracker blocking
- Darknet and deep web access
- Phone performance analytics
- Encryption and security
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Welcome to Tube Onion Browser, where we're all about making your web journey private. Tube Browser is complemented by comprehensive insights into your phone's performance. Imagine a place where the Darknet, Dark web and the vast beyond are just a tap away. Our built-in privacy network is like a magic cloak, making you invisible as you browse, protecting your identity, and keeping your browsing history just between you and your phone. Our Dark Web Browser, navigates through a network of nodes and servers, using random nodes cleverly diverting your traffic to keep prying eyes and hackers at bay! ---- What Makes Tube Browser Your Go-To ---- - Privacy and Security, Hand in Hand: Our Orbot Browser is engineered for absolute privacy with layers of encryption and a network of nodes ensuring your digital foot print hidden from data hungry organisations and nosy ISPs. Browse anonymously, access the deep web and dark web keeping your internet footprint confidential. - Tracking? Not in Our House: In a world full of online tracking and ad traps, our Orbot Proxy and strong tracking protection act like an invisible shield for you online. Move around the web without leaving any marks or clues behind. - Sleek Performance: Who said privacy comes at the cost of speed? Not us! Our app is optimized to purr like a kitten, ensuring your browsing is as smooth as silk, without dragging down your device’s pep. - Tailored Analytics: Curious about your CPU usage or how much memory you have left? Our app provides a clear view of what’s happening inside your phone, from internet usage stats to system health, all without compromising your privacy or security. All through an intuitive and visual interface. - Security That Stands Guard: Imagine having a personal guardian for your phone, and that's our cutting-edge security suite for you. With tools sharp enough to spot reverse engineering shenanigans, your phone’s fortress is impenetrable. ---Your Browser’s Toolkit---- - Bridge setup? A breeze. - A straight dive into the Darknet. - Rerouting your path? As easy as pie. - Browsing history? What browsing history? - Bookmarking your faves? Just one click away. - Orbot Proxy for that extra layer of stealth. ---Phone Analytics Toolkit--- - Watch your CPU flex its muscles. - Memory allocation? Check it in real-time. - System uptime and kernel version at a glance. - Network insights and internet speed? Covered. - Battery feeling good? You’ll know. - Keeping cool? Monitor your device’s temp right here. Why wait? Your private browsing heaven awaits and is surprisingly simple. Oh, and let's not forget - Our powerful performance analytics let you keep a close watch on various stats of your phone! Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Re7isKybTTH4GN9NgUPJ1pzunVQdOpm5CqpKWpHOICA Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XHz0aiy86oQXpnZVJVCGRAnbcXgmoVfwpXPEQfM_-ac/ Terms of Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Z5Xxasw9eH9SO6ht3TX8-20qRRkfsy5ylRkA6J0O1c Disclaimer: This product is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability or anything else. VPN Data collection Policy: https://securecypherweb.org/vpn-privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Onion Browser at 4.6 against OnionShare's 3.8. Onion Browser also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (85% vs 56%). OnionShare's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Onion Browser sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. OnionShare asks for nothing beyond the download.
Onion Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Onion Browser has 204 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of OnionShare's written reviews are positive against 85% of Onion Browser's.
OnionShare ships an update every 3 months, Onion Browser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OnionShare | Onion Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (5 ratings) | 4.6 (204 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | 84.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 204 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Lockdown Systems | Secure cypher Solutions |
Customer experience
OnionShare
Onion Browser
In-app purchases
OnionShare
No in-app purchases
Onion Browser
- weekly subscription$2.997 Days
- Onion Browser Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Monthly subscription3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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- Yearly subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Year
- Onion Browser Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
- Lifetime premium subscription$17.99
- Onion Browser Pro for Lifetime$19.99
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