Comparison

Lion 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

Lion Browser

This web browser offers built-in parental controls to help teens explore the internet safely. Adults can also use it for personal accountability, setting limits and receiving reports on flagged content. It provides a familiar browsing experience while ensuring responsible online activity.

Highlights
  • Blocks explicit websites
  • Detects inappropriate images
  • Customizable detection sensitivity
  • Whitelist mode
  • PIN-protected settings
  • Weekly accountability reports
  • Personal browsing limits
Features
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The best browser for teens. A powerful accountability tool for adults. Lion is a web browser with parental controls built in. Give your teen the freedom to explore the internet responsibly — while staying informed about what they're seeing. For parents & teens: • Blocks explicit websites and detects inappropriate images automatically • Customize detection sensitivity, block specific sites, and manage media access • Whitelist mode for complete control over which websites can be visited • PIN-protected settings prevent unauthorized changes • Weekly accountability reports summarize any flagged content For adults who want accountability: • Set personal browsing limits and stay accountable to a trusted partner • Private and secure — your logs stay on your device, never stored on servers • Customize what to track, block, or filter based on your needs How it works: 1. Set Lion as the default browser 2. Disable Safari using Screen Time 3. Add an accountability partner — a parent, mentor, or trusted friend 4. Browse the web — Lion logs activity based on your settings 5. Receive weekly reports on flagged content A browser you'll actually want to use Lion is fast, smooth, and familiar. Bookmarks sync across devices. Tabs work like you'd expect. It's a real browser — not a locked-down kids app. Subscription required for full access. Choose an Individual or Family plan. Privacy Policy: https://www.lionfamily.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.lionfamily.org/terms

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

Lion Browser4 screens
Loom4 screens

Verdict

The call

Lion Browser and Loom both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Lion Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of Loom's. Lion Browser also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (110 vs 30). Loom's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Lion Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Loom asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Lion Browser against 4.6 for Loom. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 110 and 30 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Lion Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of Loom's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lion Browser ships an update every 5 days, Loom fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Lion Browser versus Loom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLion BrowserLoom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (110 ratings) — better4.6 (30 ratings)
Positive reviews87.1% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings110 — better30
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperLion Software, LLCHurryApp LTD

Customer experience

Lion Browser

All ratings110 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive87.1%
Neutral6.5%
Negative6.5%

Loom

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

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Lion Browser

Subscriptions6
  • Individual Plan$4.991 Month
  • Family Plan$8.991 Month
  • Premium Family Plan7 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Individual Plan (Annual)$49.991 Year
  • Family Plan (Annual)$79.991 Year
  • Premium Family Plan (Annual)14 Days trial$99.991 Year
None

Loom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lion Browser free?
Lion Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Loom free?
Loom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Lion Browser or Loom?
Lion Browser is rated higher. Lion Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Loom averages 4.6 from 30 ratings.
Do Lion Browser or Loom have ads?
Neither Lion Browser nor Loom shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lion Browser or Loom?
Lion Browser ships an update every 5 days, and Loom fortnightly. Most recently, Lion Browser was updated on October 14, 2026 and Loom on October 9, 2026.

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