Search vs Braver Search
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Search
This utility app allows you to search for keywords across multiple websites directly using their built-in search functions. It offers a streamlined way to find specific information without relying on traditional search engines, with features like barcode scanning and cross-device syncing.
- Direct website search integration
- No search history or cookies
- Export/Import search URLs
- Embedded or default browser results
- Add URLs from browser
- Share results
- Barcode and QR code search
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Searches for any keyword among different websites. Search-it can be used to search news, articles, social media, blog posts, best prices, part numbers, SKUs, or whatever you want! Search-it doesn’t use any search engine. It uses the search feature built-in in websites, so you get the most relevant, accurate, and recent results. Why use search engines when you can pinpoint your searches on your favorite websites. Features: -Works directly with the search feature of any website. -No search history or cookies recorded. -Export / Import search URLs -Browse results from the embedded web browser or from your default web browser. -Add URLs directly from your browser. -Share your results with anyone. -Sync across your iOS and iPadOS devices. -Dark and light themes. -Frequently updated. -Search from barcodes and QR Codes. How it works: -First, you need to create a category to which you add websites you want to search. -From the search page, add any keywords you want to search for, and Search-it will bring all the results from your favorite websites into a single screen. -You can then navigate through all results and find the correct information you are looking for. Privacy page: https://www.myrcbox.com/search-it/#PrivacyPolicy End user agreement: https://www.myrcbox.com/search-it/#EndUser
Braver Search
This app redirects your default Safari searches to a private search engine, integrating seamlessly with Apple's ecosystem. Enjoy enhanced privacy without sacrificing features like Handoff, saved passwords, and iCloud Keychain. It offers AI summarization and cross-device sync for a convenient and secure browsing experience.
- One-click setup for iOS and macOS
- Instant search redirection to Brave Search
- Cross-device settings sync
- Built-in AI summarizer support
- Retains Safari ecosystem features
- Zero data storage or tracking
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Enhance your Safari browsing experience with Braver Search – get Brave's superior private search while keeping all of Safari's powerful ecosystem features. No need to compromise between privacy and convenience! *NOT official Brave Software, Inc. app or affiliated with Brave Software, Inc. in any way. KEY FEATURES • One-click setup for both iOS and macOS • Instant search redirection to Brave Search • Cross-device settings sync • Built-in support for Brave's AI summarizer • Simple on/off toggle for quick switching SAFARI ECOSYSTEM BENEFITS • Keep using Safari's seamless Handoff between devices • Retain all your saved passwords and autofill data • Continue using iCloud Keychain and OTP codes • Maintain your favorite Safari extensions • Full integration with Apple's ecosystem COMPLETE PRIVACY • Searches are redirected before reaching Safari's default engine • Zero data storage or tracking • Your search history stays truly private JUST WORKS • No complex configuration needed • Install and forget – works silently in the background • Maintains Safari's sleek interface • Minimal impact on browsing speed CROSS-PLATFORM • Seamless experience across iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Shared settings sync automatically • Consistent privacy protection everywhere Make the switch to truly private searching without sacrificing Safari's powerful features. Download Braver Search today and enjoy the perfect combination of privacy and convenience. Perfect for: • Privacy-conscious users who love Safari's ecosystem • Users frustrated with Brave Browser's iOS experience • Anyone wanting private search with Apple's seamless sync • Brave Search fans who prefer Safari's reliability • Users who want AI-powered search summaries Your privacy matters. Choose Braver Search. Note: Search suggestions while typing currently default to Safari's search engine settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Search at 5.0 against Braver Search's 4.3. Search also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 82%). Braver Search's advantage is ratings volume (30 vs 2) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Search sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Braver Search sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Search holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Braver Search has 30 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Search's written reviews are positive against 82% of Braver Search's.
Search ships an update every 2 months, Braver Search every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Search | Braver Search |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.3 (30 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 82.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 30 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sylvain Lafrance | Brenden Bishop |
Customer experience
Search
Braver Search
In-app purchases
Search
- Search-It - Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Search-It - Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Search-it Unlock$14.99
Braver Search
- 14-day TrialFree
- Thanks!$1.99
- Lifetime · Thanks!$2.99
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- Lifetime · High five!$4.99
- Cheers!$4.99
- Lifetime · Cheers!$9.99
- You're a lifesaver!$9.99
- Lifetime · You’re a lifesaver!$24.99
- Lifetime · Now that’s love!$49.99
- Lifetime · Endless thanks!$99.99
- I can't thank you enough!$99.99






