iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs Proxy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
A highly customizable web browser for iOS that prioritizes privacy and user control. Manage multiple profiles, tabs, and downloads with advanced filtering and interface options.
- Private browsing mode
- Multiple user profiles
- Tab management and grouping
- Ad and tracker blocking filters
- Configurable user interface
- File download manager
- Website content customization
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iCab Mobile is a web browser for iOS. iCab Mobile is customizable in almost all areas and can thus be made into your very own personal browser. PRIVACY: In private mode, no private data is saved permanently. Special private tabs increase privacy even further, with only a small loss of comfort. PROFILES/USER ACCOUNTS: Any number of profiles/user accounts can be created, with each profile having its own settings, bookmarks, etc. Profiles are suitable for an iPad that is used by the whole family, but also for users who want to separate professional and private surfing. TABS, WINDOWS: iCab Mobile can open any number of websites simultaneously in tabs. Tabs can be saved and organized in groups so that they can easily be loaded together again later. Tabs can be protected against accidental closing or overwriting. On the iPad, multiple app instances can be opened as windows (Stage Manager, Split View), even with multiple profiles simultaneously (since iOS 18). FILTERS: Filters can be used to block advertising, trackers, etc. Popular filter lists can be used directly (Easylist, AdBlock Plus, uBlock & compatible), but you can also define your own. USER INTERFACE: The user interface is freely configurable. Action, context and text selection menus, toolbars and gestures can be adapted to your own needs. ACCESSIBLE: The user interface is barrier-free and adapts to the system font size and is compatible with VoiceOver. BOOKMARKS: Bookmarks can be organized in folders. “Smart folders” create special collections based on self-defined rules (e.g. the latest bookmarks from the last 2 weeks). Colored labels allow further categorization. DOWNLOADS: Download any files and manage the files in the download manager, including unpacking/creating ZIP archives, exporting/importing, etc. SEARCH: The app offers a large list of search engines (self-expandable) that you can use to search directly on the web. It is also possible to search on the current page. WEBSITES: You can define what websites can and cannot do. Highlight important content with a highlighter, hide unwanted elements, allow buttons to be clicked automatically (e.g. for cookie messages). Control permissions for camera, microphone and sensor usage. Pro users can even inject JavaScript and CSS code into websites to customize them to their liking. EXPORT/IMPORT: All data can be exported/imported (for creating backups, data synchronization with other devices/apps) WIDGETS: Widgets allow you to control the App and open bookmarks directly from the home screen. Websites can also be displayed directly there. APPLE WATCH: Open websites directly on the Apple Watch (albeit limited). Remotely control iCab Mobile on the iPhone from the Watch. FURTHER FEATURES: - Quick starter - Configurable browser ID (UserAgent) - Full support for international domain names - Simple built-in RSS reader - Kiosk mode - a more limited version of the full-screen mode for kiosk systems. The app includes a store where you can give us a tip via InApp purchase to additionally support the further development of the app. The development of the app takes a lot of time and is a lot of work, which the low purchase price cannot cover. Te sources of income used by the big popular browsers, such as advertising, deals with search engines, tracking etc. are not an option for iCab Mobile. Tipping is completely voluntary and you won't miss out on any important features if you don't tip. However, users who tip will be given the option to change the app icon as a thank you.
Proxy
Access the internet privately and anonymously using a Tor-powered browser. It masks your IP address, clears cookies automatically, and blocks tracking scripts. Browse securely without revealing your identity.
- Tor-powered internet access
- Masks real IP address
- Automatic cookie and history clearing
- Blocks third-party cookies and tracking scripts
- User agent spoofing
- Tor bridges configuration
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The best and most reliable app to stay anonymous and private on the web! Onion is a Tor-powered browser that lets you access the Internet privately, anonymously and secure from your iOS device. Using the Tor network, Onion hides your real IP address and gives you the ability to browse all sides of the Internet without revealing you identity. Features: • Internet access tunneled over the Tor network • Websites do not see your real IP address • Change IP address with a tap • User agent spoofing • Clear cookies, history and cache automatically • Block third party cookies or all cookies • Block scripts and content that can be used for tracking (DNT headers) • Tor bridges configuration Important note: • Web browsing through Tor anonymization network is significantly slower than a non-tunneled browser. This is a small price to pay to keep your identity safe & protected. • This product uses the Tor distributed networks, is produced independently from the Tor(r) anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability or anything else.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: iCab Mobile (Web Browser) at 66% against Proxy's 28%. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#174 vs unranked). Proxy's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). 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
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99 and Proxy $2.99 up front. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Proxy asks for nothing beyond the download.
Proxy holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCab Mobile (Web Browser) has 468 ratings behind it against 77, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s written reviews are positive against 28% of Proxy's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, Proxy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCab Mobile (Web Browser) | Proxy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (468 ratings) | 4.5 (77 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews — better | 27.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 468 — better | 77 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #174 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alexander Clauss | Konstantinos Papadakis |
Customer experience
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
Proxy
Bugs and requests
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Broken or unreliable video playback
- Issues with bookmarks, history, and other data persistence
- Problems with user agent spoofing and desktop site rendering
Requested features
5 requests- Improved tab management and organization
- Easier integration with cloud storage and other apps
- Enhanced ad-blocking and content filtering capabilities
- Streamlined user interface and onboarding experience
- Syncing of settings and data across devices
Proxy
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
- Upgrade$0.99
- Small additional Tip$0.99
- Small Tip$0.99
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- Upgrade plus Tip$1.99
- Upgrade plus Generous Tip$2.99
- Medium additional Tip$2.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large additional Tip$4.99
- Large Tip$4.99
- Upgrade plus Extra Generous Tip$5.99
Proxy
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
Is Proxy free?
Which has better reviews, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Proxy?
Do iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Proxy have ads?
Which is updated more often, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Proxy?
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