Comparison

iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs Private Browsing White

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Private browsing mode
  • Multiple user profiles
  • Tab management and grouping
  • Ad and tracker blocking filters
  • Configurable user interface
  • File download manager
  • Website content customization
Features
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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.

About

Private Browsing White

This app offers a private web browsing experience with a minimalist design. It ensures all browsing history, cookies, and cache are deleted upon exiting the application, providing complete privacy. Enjoy a full-screen viewing experience with increased screen real estate and faster loading speeds.

Highlights
  • Complete private browsing
  • Full screen viewing
  • History, cookies, cache deleted on exit
  • Faster loading speeds
  • Minimalist design
  • Safari-based browsing engine
Features
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Introducing the PRO Edition of our most popular private web browser! With improved minimalist design for iPhone and iPod. Improved speed on iPhone and iPad with Retina Display! Finally, you can view all your websites PRIVATELY and in FULL SCREEN on your iPhone, iPod, and iPad! This is the simple, no frills web browser you've been waiting for. • COMPLETE PRIVATE BROWSING • FULL SCREEN (13% MORE VIEWING AREA) • FASTER NO FRILLS How it works: - History, Cookies, Cache, All completely deleted when you exit the app. No one will know where you've been. - Uses EVERY SINGLE PIXEL available to show websites in BEAUTIFUL FULL SCREEN! That's 13% more viewing area than standard Safari! Thanks to hiding of Status bars and auto hiding of all navigation controls when required. - Same back end safari browsing engine which means maximum speed, security, and reliability. Familiar Interface. So get it now and start browsing those websites in beautiful full screen without anyone knowing where you've been! Some other features and Details: - Portrait and Landscape mode support. - Orientation Locking Support for iPad. - Similar UI to Safari. - Hidden status bar to make more space. - Overlay controls to maximise screen real-estate. - Safari based backend engine. - Lightning fast startup and shutdown. - Always starts in ask/google search home. - No auto suggest or auto-fill in. - Very discrete icon and presentation. - Tiny download so you can get it quickly. more apps: http://www.savysoda.com

Screenshots

iCab Mobile (Web Browser)4 screens
Private Browsing White4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Private Browsing White at 4.8 against iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s 4.0. Private Browsing White also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (82% vs 66%). iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On 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

iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99 and Private Browsing White $4.99 up front. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Private Browsing White asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Private Browsing White holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browsing White has 4.3K ratings behind it against 468, 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 82% of Private Browsing White's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, Private Browsing White every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) versus Private Browsing White: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCab Mobile (Web Browser)Private Browsing White
Price$2.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.0 (468 ratings)4.8 (4.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews82.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4684.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#133 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAlexander ClaussSavy Soda Pty Ltd

Customer experience

iCab Mobile (Web Browser)

All ratings468 ratings
Positive71.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative23.9%
Written reviews1,049 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral9.2%
Negative24.9%

Private Browsing White

All ratings4,347 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews340 reviews
Positive82.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative12.4%

User reviews

iCab Mobile (Web Browser)

From 468 App Store ratings

What 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

Private Browsing White

From 4.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and private browsing
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💡 Clears browsing data on exit

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🚫 Ads still present in paid version
  • 🤔 Limited customization options

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

Private Browsing White

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Search engine changes cause crashes
  • Bookmarks disappearing after updates
  • Face ID not working on iOS 16.4-5

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for multiple tabs
  • Implement a dark mode option
  • Allow setting a custom homepage
  • Improve compatibility with newer iOS versions

In-app purchases

10 purchases

iCab Mobile (Web Browser)

One-time10
  • Upgrade$0.99
  • Small additional Tip$0.99
  • Small Tip$0.99
Show 7 more
  • 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
None

Private Browsing White

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Private Browsing White free?
Private Browsing White costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Private Browsing White?
Private Browsing White is rated higher. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) averages 4.0 out of 5 from 468 ratings, while Private Browsing White averages 4.8 from 4.3K ratings.
Do iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Private Browsing White have ads?
Neither iCab Mobile (Web Browser) nor Private Browsing White shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or Private Browsing White?
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, and Private Browsing White every 2 months. Most recently, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) was updated on September 22, 2026 and Private Browsing White on September 24, 2026.

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