iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs Safe Page
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.
Safe Page
A fast and private web browser designed for security. It offers built-in ad blocking, private browsing modes, and optional biometric locks to protect your data and browsing history. Enjoy a lightweight, efficient, and ad-free online experience.
- Privacy and security focused
- Built-in ad blocker
- Private browsing mode
- Biometric or passcode lock
- Lightweight and fast performance
- Clear browsing data with one tap
- View source code feature
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Experience fast, private, and secure browsing with Safe Page Web Browser, a lightweight private web browser designed to help keep your online activity protected. Browse the web with built-in ad blocking, private browsing, biometric or passcode protection, and easy tools to manage your browsing data. Safe Page puts your privacy first with Private Browsing Mode, which helps keep your browsing activity private on your device. When you close tabs opened during private sessions, cookies, cache, and other website data are automatically removed. For an additional layer of security, you can protect Safe Page with a biometric or passcode lock, helping prevent unwanted access to your browser and browsing activity. Enjoy a cleaner and faster web experience with Safe Page’s built-in ad blocker. With an easy one-tap switch, you can block known advertisements and many trackers associated with them. By preventing unnecessary ad-related content and resources from loading, the ad blocker can help pages load faster while providing a cleaner, less distracting browsing experience. Safe Page is designed to be a lightweight web browser that uses minimal device resources for smooth and efficient performance. You can also set Safe Page as your default browser, making it easy to open websites and links whenever you browse the web. Managing your browsing data is simple with Safe Page. One-tap controls let you clear cookies, browsing history, cache, and other website data whenever you want. If you prefer regular browsing instead of private browsing, you can quickly remove stored browsing activity directly from the browser. For developers, students, and curious users, Safe Page includes a View Source feature that lets you inspect the HTML code of any web page. Explore how websites are structured and better understand the code behind the pages you visit. Features • Private browsing mode • Biometric and passcode lock • Built-in ad and tracker blocker • Fast and lightweight • View HTML source code Whether you want a fast web browser, a private web browser, or an easy way to control your browsing data, Safe Page gives you useful privacy, security, and performance tools for everyday web browsing. Browse faster, browse privately, and stay in control with Safe Page Web Browser.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Safe Page at Free against iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s $2.99. Safe Page also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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
Safe Page is free to download; iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99 up front. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Safe Page asks for nothing beyond the download.
Safe Page holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 468 and 195 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s written reviews are positive against 76% of Safe Page's.
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, Safe Page every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCab Mobile (Web Browser) | Safe Page |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (468 ratings) | 4.6 (195 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews | 76.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 468 — better | 195 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alexander Clauss | Wios |
Customer experience
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
Safe Page
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
Safe Page
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
Safe Page
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
Is Safe Page free?
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Do iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Safe Page have ads?
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