Comparison

Quiche Browser vs Wave Browser

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Quiche Browser

A private, fast, and highly customizable web browser designed for a focused and distraction-free experience. It offers built-in ad and tracker blocking, a unique dark mode for all websites, and one-handed operation. This independent browser is built from scratch for performance and user privacy.

Highlights
  • Customizable toolbars and menus
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocking
  • Website dark mode
  • One-handed comfort mode
  • Support for any search engine
  • Full-screen reading mode
Features
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An independent browser thoughtfully designed by a single human, and funded by its users. WHAT THE PRESS SAYS “A very robust, exquisitely designed, stunningly handsome web browser. […] It’s just so thoughtful. So utterly modern in its appearance and features, but old-school in its hyperfocus on serving you, the user, through craftsmanship.” — Daring Fireball “My favorite iOS browser these days is Quiche Browser. It’s somehow both incredibly simple and one of the most customizable browsers I’ve ever tried.” — The Verge “Quiche Browser has clearly been designed with care.” — MacStories “If you want a lightweight, private, minimalistic, yet customizable web browsing experience on your iPhone – [Quiche Browser] might be the perfect answer for you.” — 9to5Mac “Quiche Browser is unique, engaging, and fully customizable.” — Lifehacker BROWSER CUSTOMIZATION DESIGNED TO STAY SIMPLE AND BEAUTIFUL • Choose and place every toolbar and menu button. • Customize the address bar’s appearance and contents. • Choose from a list of ready-to-use toolbars, which you can then adapt to your needs. • Use a Liquid Glass toolbar, or switch to a Classic one if Liquid Glass isn’t your thing. • Manage tabs with multiple display and sorting options. • Read web pages in full screen for focused, distraction-free browsing. BUILT-IN BLOCKING Ads, trackers, and cookie banners are blocked by default.  Pages load faster and feel less cluttered. DARKEN ALL WEBSITES Pick a unique dark mode theme and apply it to every website. No more blinding white pages at night. COMFORT MODE Adjust the interface so your tabs, favorites, and search suggestions are always easy to reach with one hand. UNIQUE QUALITY-OF-LIFE IMPROVEMENTS EVERYWHERE • Use any search engine, even Kagi or your own SearXNG instance. • Enhance your toolbar with a wide range of tools: disable JavaScript, switch to desktop mode, close all tabs and clear data, translate pages, and more. • Estimated read time for every page. • Open new tabs on the website of your choice. • Extreme energy saving in Low Power Mode. MY PRIVACY STANCE: KEEP YOUR DATA FOR YOURSELF • Zero data tracking or usage monitoring. • Never connects to any first-party or third-party servers, except to RevenueCat for managing purchases and preventing fraud. • No sign-up, obviously. LIGHTWEIGHT, FAST, AND ORIGINAL Quiche Browser is not another bloated clone of Firefox, Brave, or Chrome. I built it entirely from scratch for performance and to keep it lightweight. FULLY INDEPENDENT • No investors dictating growth or influencing product direction. • No search engine deals, data monetization, or partner agreements shaping the browser. • It’s just me, building the browser of my dreams. 100% FUNDED BY USERS Subscribing to Quiche PLUS unlocks additional features such as Website Darkening, Comfort Mode, all app icons, and all button styles. Building a web browser alone is a full-time job, and subscribing also allows me to: • Keep the app up to date with new iOS releases and features. • Build more unique features. • Start working toward a macOS version. — greg@quiche.industries threads.net/quicheindustries instagram.com/quicheindustries bsky.app/profile/quiche.industries mastodon.social/@quicheindustries Terms and Conditions https://quiche.industries/browser/terms/

About

Wave Browser

Browse the web while contributing to ocean cleanup efforts. This secure and user-friendly browser funds verified ocean cleanup initiatives with every session, helping to remove plastic and trash from waterways.

Highlights
  • Funds ocean cleanup with every session
  • Secure and private browsing
  • Built-in ad blocker
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • Track collective ocean cleanup impact
  • Eco-friendly browsing experience
Features
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SURF THE WEB, SAVE THE OCEAN Wave Browser helps clean the ocean with every session. Through our verified partnership with 4ocean, Wave funds real ocean cleanup all while giving you a modern web experience. By 2028, our goal is to remove over 300,000 pounds of plastic and trash from our ocean, rivers, and coastlines. Wave is an eco-friendly browser that turns everyday browsing into impact without changing how you surf the web. WHAT MAKES WAVE BROWSER DIFFERENT? Built for Impact Every session on Wave Browser helps fund verified ocean cleanup. No extra steps needed, just browse the internet like normal. Safe and Secure Wave Browser includes built-in tools to help you browse safely and confidently. From blocking common online threats to tools that help keep your data protected, Wave is built with your security in mind. Simple, Familiar Interface Wave Browser is intuitive and easy to use. Switch over in seconds, no learning curve required. OCEAN-FRIENDLY BY DESIGN Wave isn’t just another browser. It’s a tool for real-world change designed for users who care about transparency, verified action, and ocean impact. With an eco browser like Wave, your time online becomes part of the solution. Track how many pounds of plastic and trash the Wave Browser community has removed and share your collective impact with others. WHAT USERS ARE SAYING: "I browse with Wave because it gives back." "Easy to use browser doing real good for the planet." “A secure browser with a purpose — that’s what I needed.” JOIN THE MOVEMENT You don’t need to change how you browse. You just need to change your browser. With Wave Browser—a green browser on a mission to make our planet healthier—every session supports this goal. It’s a small switch with a big ripple effect. Make every tab count. Download Wave Browser. By clicking “Get,” you agree to install the Wave Browser app, set its in-app search to Yahoo, and accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Wave may update browser settings on iPhone for a better user experience. Questions or feedback? Reach out to our dedicated support team at https://wavebrowser.co/support Terms: https://wavebrowser.co/terms Privacy: https://wavebrowser.co/privacy

Screenshots

Quiche Browser4 screens
Wave Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wave Browser at none against Quiche Browser's 6. Quiche Browser's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Quiche Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Wave Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Quiche Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Quiche Browser has 839 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Quiche Browser's written reviews are positive against 71% of Wave Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quiche Browser ships an update every 4 days, Wave Browser every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Quiche Browser versus Wave Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuiche BrowserWave Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (839 ratings) — better4.4 (22 ratings)
Positive reviews95.0% of reviews — better71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings839 — better22
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB133 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGregory de JonckheereEightpoint Technologies

Customer experience

Quiche Browser

All ratings834 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral1.0%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews564 reviews
Positive95.0%
Neutral2.3%
Negative2.7%

Wave Browser

All ratings22 ratings
Positive86.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

Quiche Browser

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Occasional issues with YouTube ad blocking

Requested features

4 requests
  • Swipe gestures for tab management
  • Bookmark import/export functionality
  • Integrated translation capabilities
  • Cross-device synchronization

Wave Browser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Quiche Browser

Subscriptions2
  • Quiche PLUS Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Quiche PLUS Annual$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • Quiche Enthusiast Tip$2.99
  • Quiche Connoisseur Tip$4.99
  • Quiche Gourmet Tip$9.99
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  • Quiche Grand Master Tip$14.99
None

Wave Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Quiche Browser free?
Quiche Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wave Browser free?
Wave Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Quiche Browser or Wave Browser?
Quiche Browser is rated higher. Quiche Browser averages 4.9 out of 5 from 839 ratings, while Wave Browser averages 4.4 from 22 ratings.
Do Quiche Browser or Wave Browser have ads?
Neither Quiche Browser nor Wave Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Quiche Browser or Wave Browser?
Quiche Browser ships an update every 4 days, and Wave Browser every 3 months. Most recently, Quiche Browser was updated on October 22, 2026 and Wave Browser on October 13, 2026.

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