# Light Surf Browser vs Private Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Private Browser at 76% against Light Surf Browser's 20%. Private Browser also leads on rating (3.7 vs 3.3) and device support (4 vs 2). Light Surf Browser's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (61 vs 10). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Light Surf Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days 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.

Private Browser holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Light Surf Browser has 61 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Light Surf Browser's written reviews are positive against 76% of Private Browser's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Light Surf Browser | Private Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-surf-browser/id1625888117/reviews) | **[3.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-web-browser/id1661034319/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **61** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **76.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 45 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [KALATI LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625888119) | [Unicorn VPN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513310581) |

## What reviewers say

### Light Surf Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-surf-browser/id1625888117)

Browse the web without intrusive ads and enjoy background audio playback for music and films. This utility offers virus protection and privacy features like password protection and Touch ID support, while also helping to conserve internet data.

**Highlights:** Ad Blocker, Background Audio Playback, Virus Protection, Password Protection, Touch ID Support, Data Saving

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $32.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $82.99 | 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 Light Surf Browser free?

Light Surf Browser 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, Light Surf Browser or Private Browser?

Private Browser is rated higher. Light Surf Browser averages 3.3 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.7 from 10 ratings.

### Do Light Surf Browser or Private Browser have ads?

Neither Light Surf Browser nor Private Browser shows ads.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*