iPrivateBrowser vs Ad Security Center
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPrivateBrowser
A privacy-focused web browser offering anonymous browsing through Tor integration, ad blocking, and HTTPS-only connections. It features automatic data clearing and app lock for enhanced security.
- Tor network integration for anonymity
- Built-in ad and tracker blocking
- HTTPS-Only mode for secure connections
- Automatic data clearing on exit
- PIN and biometric app lock
- Access to .onion hidden services
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iPrivateBrowser is a privacy-first web browser built from the ground up to keep your browsing safe, private, and anonymous. With built-in Tor integration, ad blocking, and HTTPS-Only mode, you're in complete control of your online privacy. PRIVACY BY DEFAULT Nothing you do is sent to us — no tracking, no telemetry, no analytics. Clear Data on Exit, on by default, wipes your browsing data whenever you leave the app, and Burn erases it all with one tap. TOR INTEGRATION Route your traffic through the Tor network for maximum anonymity. Your IP address is hidden from every website you visit. Access .onion hidden services directly. WebRTC is automatically blocked when Tor is enabled to prevent IP leaks. Traffic is encrypted through multiple relay hops worldwide. Turn Tor on or off from the shield menu. Tor is an in-app purchase — your first 3 sessions are free. AD & TRACKER BLOCKING Turn on content blocking to remove ads and trackers before they load. EasyList and EasyPrivacy come with the app and refresh weekly. Pages load faster and your browsing stays private, even offline. HTTPS-ONLY MODE Automatically upgrades all connections to HTTPS. Insecure HTTP connections are blocked unless you explicitly allow them. Onion sites are correctly exempted. PRIVATE TAB MANAGEMENT Visual tab switcher with screenshot previews. Swipe to close tabs. Your open tabs are encrypted at rest, and wiped automatically when Clear Data on Exit is enabled. Close all tabs with a single tap. APP LOCK Protect the browser with PIN or biometric authentication — Face ID, Touch ID, and Optic ID are all supported. Configurable auto-lock timeout. After 10 failed attempts, all browsing data is erased. FULL DEVICE SUPPORT Optimized for iPhone and iPad, with three toolbar layouts to choose from. Full landscape support. External keyboard shortcuts. VoiceOver accessibility throughout. Available in 50 languages. ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Bookmarks and favorites with search • Find in Page • Reader Mode for distraction-free reading • Pull to refresh • Custom search engine selection (DuckDuckGo, Startpage, Brave, Google) • Pop-up blocking • JavaScript toggle Your data stays yours. Browse the web on your terms with iPrivateBrowser.
Ad Security Center
This app provides advanced browser protection by blocking intrusive ads, pop-ups, and autoplay videos. It enhances browsing speed and reduces distractions for a cleaner web experience. Features include Wi-Fi and cellular support, with family-friendly options.
- Block intrusive ads
- Minimize pop-ups and autoplay videos
- Faster page loading
- Reduce distractions
- Supports Wi-Fi & Cellular
- Family-friendly features
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“Ad Security Center” is a comprehensive ad-blocking tool designed to streamline your browsing experience. By minimizing intrusive ads and pop-ups, it helps you surf the web with fewer distractions and faster page loads. - Block Intrusive Ads: Helps you block pop-ups, autoplay videos, and audio ads across the web. - Browse with Fewer Distractions: Reduces unwanted content, letting you focus on what matters. - Improved Performance: Speeds up page loading by blocking data-heavy ads and trackers. - Supports Wi-Fi & Cellular: Works seamlessly on any type of internet connection. - Simple to Use: Easily toggle ad-blocking features on or off. - Family-Friendly Features: Helps prevent exposure to potentially distracting content, offering peace of mind for parents. Enjoy a cleaner, more efficient browsing experience with “Ad Security Center”—your go-to solution for reducing intrusive ads and enhancing page-loading times. Stay focused and enjoy the web your way with “Ad Security Center”!
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Verdict
iPrivateBrowser and Ad Security Center both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Ad Security Center's written reviews are positive against 31% of iPrivateBrowser's. Ad Security Center also leads on ratings volume (444 vs 14) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. iPrivateBrowser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ad Security Center sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for iPrivateBrowser against 3.9 for Ad Security Center. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ad Security Center has 444 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of iPrivateBrowser's written reviews are positive against 73% of Ad Security Center's.
iPrivateBrowser ships an update every 3 weeks, Ad Security Center weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPrivateBrowser | Ad Security Center |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (14 ratings) | 3.9 (444 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 31.4% of reviews | 73.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 14 | 444 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shmoopi LLC | Oneblocker Limited |
Customer experience
iPrivateBrowser
Ad Security Center
Bugs and requests
iPrivateBrowser
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Ad Security Center
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unexpected charges after cancellation
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Unreliable ad blocking
Requested features
3 requests- Free version or trial option
- More transparency on pricing and subscription details
- Easier cancellation process
In-app purchases
iPrivateBrowser
- pro version$0.99
Ad Security Center
- Trial month subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- USA Security Center3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Subscription With Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- Security Center Promo Week7 Days trial$6.997 Days
Questions
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