CommaSurf vs αBrowser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CommaSurf
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Browse the web on your Apple Watch easily! - Unified URL/search bar - Changeable search engine - Searchable history* - Bookmarks that you can name - Favicons ...and more! Make sure that the webview that the app uses supports the website you want to use. You can test that by asking Siri on your watch to open a website for you. If the webview that comes up displays the website fine and all necessary functions work, you're good to go with this app as well, since it uses the same webview. *The history only saves pages that have been directly opened from the app
αBrowser
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Introducing αBrowser, the essential Web Browser designed specifically for your Apple Watch. Experience seamless and efficient browsing on your Apple Watch when you need it the most, without the need for additional devices. αBrowser is your go-to solution, offering a range of features to enhance your browsing experience. Key Features: - Open any URL or webpage with ease - Search the web using your preferred search engine—choose from Google, DuckDuckGo, Bing, or Yahoo - View and manage your browser history, and effortlessly save pages to your bookmarks - Fully integrated iOS companion app for convenient management of bookmarks, browsing history, and settings, synced seamlessly over iCloud for access across all your devices - Quickly add new pages directly from Safari without manual data entry - Complications feature for swift access to the browser right from your watch face While αBrowser offers a compact and efficient browsing experience, it's important to note some current limitations: - Limited browsing due to device size - Login on webpages may not be supported - No back button, but swipe functionality for easy navigation - Video playback currently unavailable on WatchOS Stay connected on the go with αBrowser—your reliable companion for quick and hassle-free browsing on your Apple Watch. Download now for a seamless browsing experience wherever you are!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: αBrowser at $0.99 against CommaSurf's $4.99. αBrowser also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On 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
CommaSurf costs $4.99 and αBrowser $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CommaSurf | αBrowser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Viktor Sengel | CXI Gaming Inc. |
In-app purchases
CommaSurf
No in-app purchases
αBrowser
No in-app purchases









