# iCab Mobile (Web Browser) vs iBidline

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 chart position (#144 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCab Mobile (Web Browser) | iBidline |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (468 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icab-mobile-web-browser/id308111628/reviews) | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibidline/id590141444/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **468** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews | **90.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#144** | — |
| Size | 44 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Clauss](https://appshunter.io/developer/286091996) | [Alasdair Waugh](https://appshunter.io/developer/590141447) |

## What reviewers say

### iCab Mobile (Web Browser)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icab-mobile-web-browser/id308111628)

**Currently charting:** #144 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small additional Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade plus Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade plus Generous Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium additional Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large additional Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade plus Extra Generous Tip | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 👍 Powerful features
- 🔒 Excellent privacy options
- 💡 Unique modules and add-ons
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔍 Overwhelming complexity for some users
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with recent iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable downloads and file management

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibidline/id590141444)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iBid Full Product 1 Year Subscription | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*