iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs Browser Auto Refresh
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.
Browser Auto Refresh
Automate website refreshes at custom intervals, from one second to ten minutes. Save frequently visited sites for quick access and easily pause or restart the refresh process. Ideal for monitoring live updates or waiting for event launches.
- Customizable refresh intervals (1 sec to 10 min)
- Save websites for quick recall
- Pause and restart refreshes
- Countdown timer
- Auto-complete forms
- Open in Safari option
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Do you wish you could set a webpage to refresh every few seconds? Maybe you are waiting for event tickets to be launched or for breaking news stories to be updated. From the creators of Light Alarm comes Browser Auto Refresh, the free and simple way to stay in front. FEATURES ● Save any website for quick recall ● Flexible refresh times from 1 second to 10 minutes ● User friendly design ● Pause or restart page refreshes at any time ● User-friendly ‘open in Safari’ option ● Explicit refresh countdown timer ● Hassle free auto complete forms ● Device agnostic working on both iPhone & iPad INSTRUCTIONS 1. Simply enter the website you want to refresh 2. Select how often to refresh 3. Then select to ‘Show website’ and that’s it HINTS N TIPS ● The app will auto populate the ‘Description’ field with the ‘Web Address’ if you leave it blank to save you time ● If required, the app will automatically prefix web addresses with ‘http://' and even ‘www.’ to save you time ● Make sure the refresh time is not let than the time it takes for the page to load. Otherwise the webpage may never have time to appear ● Use the pause/play button to stop the webpage refreshing & allow you to navigate ● Use the ‘Open in Safari’ button to complete any transactions in that browser ● The spinning wheel at the bottom of the page will only display while the website is still loading THANKS Thanks to Dan & Luke for their invaluable Testing DISCLAIMER INFORMATION The last viewed website is automatically saved to the app to stop you having to re-input it each time you open the app. Make sure you overwrite any private websites you view. Please use this app for ‘view only’ access to websites. If you want to interact and perform transactions on website, please use the ‘Open in Safari’ button to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely. Do not use this app to view any unlawful websites or perform any unlawful internet activities. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY By downloading this app you are agreeing to the following: You acknowledge that, Seligman Ventures Ltd cannot and does not assume any responsibility for, and shall not be liable for, any damages or expenses you may incur as a result of any inaccuracy, incompleteness or obsolescence of any information or functionality contained in this app. You agree that Seligman Ventures Ltd will not be liable to you or to any other party for any direct or indirect damages, or for any special, exemplary, punitive, incidental, consequential or other damages (including, but not limited to, lost profits or lost time), whether based on contract, tort, strict liability or otherwise, which arise out of or are in any way connected with any access to this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Browser Auto Refresh at Free against iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s $2.99. Browser Auto Refresh also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.0 vs 3.7). On review sentiment, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Browser Auto Refresh is free to download; iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99 up front. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Browser Auto Refresh sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCab Mobile (Web Browser) has 468 ratings behind it against 88, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s written reviews are positive against 61% of Browser Auto Refresh's.
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, Browser Auto Refresh every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCab Mobile (Web Browser) | Browser Auto Refresh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (468 ratings) — better | 3.7 (88 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews — better | 61.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 468 — better | 88 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #74 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alexander Clauss | Seligman Ventures Global Limited |
Customer experience
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
Browser Auto Refresh
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
Browser Auto Refresh
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
Browser Auto Refresh
- Remove Ads & Save Websites$9.99
Questions
Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
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