Comparison

iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs iBidline

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

iBidline

This app synchronizes your airline roster, allowing you to view, search, and export flight details to your calendar. It facilitates finding roster swaps and viewing friends' schedules. An upgrade enables completing the entire bidding process on your device.

Highlights
  • Synchronize airline roster with eMaestro
  • View and search flightcrew rosters
  • Search pilots by destination and date
  • Find roster swaps quickly
  • Nominate friends and view their rosters
  • Complete bidding process on iPad
Features
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iBid integrates your airline roster into your iPad seamlessly. View your roster, export it to your iPad calendar and access it from your phone or computer. • Keep your roster up to date with ease by synchronising with eMaestro at the touch of a button. • View and search all flightcrew rosters for your airline in a clear and readable format. • Search for pilots by destination and date. • Find roster swaps in seconds. Select the trip you want to swap, specify what you want in return and iBid will show you who you could potentially swap with. • Nominate your friends and view their rosters with complete trip details on any fleet. Upgrade to the full version and you will be able to complete the whole bidding process on your iPad. View, sort and filter the available lines and then submit your electronic bid effortlessly. This app is designed to work for pilots employed by any airline using a 'bidline' rostering system or the eMaestro rostering interface. It is also useful to friends and family of those pilots and to retired staff for viewing rosters.

Screenshots

iCab Mobile (Web Browser)4 screens
iBidline1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iBidline at Free against iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s $2.99. iBidline also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (91% vs 66%). iCab Mobile (Web Browser)'s advantage is ratings volume (468 vs 5) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

iBidline 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 iBidline sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iBidline holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCab Mobile (Web Browser) has 468 ratings behind it against 5, 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 91% of iBidline's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, iBidline every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) versus iBidline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCab Mobile (Web Browser)iBidline
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (468 ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings468 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB44 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAlexander ClaussAlasdair Waugh

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%

iBidline

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

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

iBidline

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
1 purchases

iBidline

One-time1
  • iBid Full Product 1 Year Subscription$149.99

Questions

Is iCab Mobile (Web Browser) free?
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is iBidline free?
iBidline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or iBidline?
iBidline is rated higher. iCab Mobile (Web Browser) averages 4.0 out of 5 from 468 ratings, while iBidline averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or iBidline have ads?
Neither iCab Mobile (Web Browser) nor iBidline shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) or iBidline?
iCab Mobile (Web Browser) ships an update every 2 weeks, and iBidline every 5 days. Most recently, iCab Mobile (Web Browser) was updated on October 16, 2026 and iBidline on October 2, 2026.

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