iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs SBrowser
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.
SBrowser
Browse the internet privately and securely with an ad-free experience. This app reduces data usage, extends battery life, and protects your privacy with advanced measures. Enjoy a customizable start page and secure browsing history.
- Night mode for websites
- Adblock smart filters
- Reduced data usage
- Tracking protection
- Secure browsing history
- Customizable search engines
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Enjoy fast and secure internet surfing without distractions with Secure Browser. FEATURING: - Night mode for websites that matches system preference - Adblock smart filters remove popups, banners and ad pre-rolls on websites - Greatly reduced data usage (which leads to extended battery life) - Tracking protection and modern privacy measures - Start page with your favourite bookmarks - Secure browsing history with in-app lock screen - Customisable search engines - Tabs and many more! App requires zero configuration, everything just works.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SBrowser at Free against iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s $2.99. SBrowser also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On ratings volume 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
SBrowser is free to download; iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99 up front. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. SBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.
SBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 468 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s written reviews are positive against 53% of SBrowser'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, SBrowser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iCab Mobile (Web Browser) | SBrowser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (468 ratings) | 4.5 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews — better | 52.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 468 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Alexander Clauss | MITONOPTIMAL PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED |
Customer experience
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
SBrowser
User reviews
iCab Mobile (Web Browser)
From 468 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 👍 Powerful features
- 🔒 Excellent privacy options
- 💡 Unique modules and add-ons
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
Room to improve
- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔍 Overwhelming complexity for some users
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with recent iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable downloads and file management
SBrowser
From 1.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Decent privacy features
- 👍 Great for music and offline listening
- 👍 Clean and user-friendly interface
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 🔥 Lost downloaded files and data
- 🚫 Removal of key features like downloads
- ⚠️ Unreliable search engine and YouTube integration
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
SBrowser
Reported bugs
4 issues- Documents and downloads disappearing after updates
- YouTube video downloads not working
- Search engine not functioning as expected
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add download option for videos and songs
- Implement playlist and favorites management
- Provide HD download quality options
- Add support for iPad and tablet devices
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
SBrowser
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
Is SBrowser free?
Which has better reviews, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or SBrowser?
Do iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or SBrowser have ads?
Which is updated more often, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or SBrowser?
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