Orbot vs Exif Cleaner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Orbot
This app provides a free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for enhanced internet safety and privacy. It allows users to browse the web over Tor, secure their traffic, and access .onion sites. While it offers increased privacy, users should be aware that browsing speeds may be slower than a standard VPN.
- Browse internet over Tor
- Secure traffic from insecure networks
- Access .onion sites
- Free and open-source
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Orbot is the original free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for iOS and macOS. Orbot helps you access the internet with more safety and privacy, and no extra cost to you. FEATURES: - Browse the internet over Tor. - Secure your traffic from insecure wireless networks and ISPs. - Access .onion sites that are only accessible over Tor. DISCLAIMERS: - Web browsing is much slower than through a normal VPN because your traffic is encrypted and relayed through the Tor network. - Orbot might not work on networks with advanced network restrictions. If the app does not connect, try using bridges (or a different type of bridge). - Use of Orbot is at your own risk; remember that sensitive data does not always belong on a mobile device. ** Orbot is free and open-source software. You can read more about Orbot and how to support development of Tor on iOS by visiting orbot.app **
Exif Cleaner
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Remove EXIF metadata and GPS data from photos before you share. Exif Cleaner is a photo metadata remover for JPEG, HEIC/HEIF, PNG and WebP images, with a detailed EXIF viewer for JPEG. Clean one photo or batch-clean up to 20 images, then save a new copy. Photos may store hidden image metadata such as GPS coordinates, capture dates, camera and lens information, author names, copyright details and software tags. Exif Cleaner helps you see what is attached and remove what you do not want to share. REMOVE PHOTO METADATA • Clean metadata from JPG/JPEG, HEIC/HEIF, PNG and WebP images • Remove metadata in one step • Remove GPS only from a JPEG photo while keeping other EXIF data • Select JPEG metadata groups to remove: location, camera, capture settings, image details, dates or advanced fields • Keep the original photo unchanged and save a cleaned copy VIEW EXIF AND GPS DETAILS For JPEG photos, use the metadata viewer to inspect: • GPS coordinates and altitude • Camera make, model, lens and serial number • ISO, aperture, shutter speed, focal length, flash and white balance • Date taken, date modified, orientation, dimensions and color space • Artist, copyright, description and software fields Open embedded coordinates in a map app when you choose. BATCH METADATA CLEANER • Select and clean up to 20 photos at once • Follow progress and see successful or failed files • Compare file size before and after cleanup • Save cleaned copies to your gallery • Share one cleaned photo or multiple results in a ZIP archive • Retry items that could not be processed PRIVATE, ON-DEVICE PROCESSING Core photo cleanup happens locally on your device. Photos are not uploaded for cleaning, and you do not need an account to use the core cleaning tools. Core cleanup works without an internet connection. Exif Cleaner contains no ads. EXIF CLEANER PRO Optional Pro tools add JPEG metadata editing: • Change or remove GPS coordinates and dates • Edit artist, copyright, description, software, camera and lens fields • Apply built-in presets for marketplace listings, social sharing, journalism, photography and identity cleanup • Save custom presets and apply a preset to multiple JPEG files USE EXIF CLEANER BEFORE YOU: • Post photos on social media • Add product images to a marketplace listing • Share family, travel or property photos • Send images to clients or collaborators MORE TOOLS • Recent processing history stored locally on your device • Light, dark and system themes • Interface available in 72 languages FORMAT NOTES Metadata cleanup supports JPG/JPEG, HEIC/HEIF, PNG and WebP. Detailed metadata preview, GPS-only removal, selective cleanup and Pro editing are currently available for JPEG. HEIC/HEIF cleanup is exported as a cleaned JPEG copy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Orbot at none against Exif Cleaner's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Exif Cleaner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Orbot asks for nothing beyond the download.
Orbot ships an update monthly, Exif Cleaner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Orbot | Exif Cleaner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (970 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 970 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Tor Project | VADYM ARASHUKOV |
Bugs and requests
Orbot
Reported bugs
4 issues- Fails to connect at 50% or gets stuck in a connection loop
- Causes Wi-Fi or mobile data connection issues
- Randomly disconnects without warning
- Onion Browser integration is unreliable
Requested features
4 requests- Add manual bridge configuration options
- Implement a kill switch to block internet access when VPN disconnects
- Improve compatibility with other iOS apps and services
- Provide more detailed connection logs and diagnostics
Exif Cleaner
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Orbot
No in-app purchases
Exif Cleaner
- PRO Monthly$1.991 Month
- PRO yearly$7.991 Year
- PRO Lifetime$14.99








