Comparison

Private Browsing Web Browser vs CanvasView

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

Head to head
About

Private Browsing Web Browser

Browse the internet privately and in full screen for free. This no-frills browser automatically deletes your history, cookies, and cache upon exiting. It maximizes viewing area by hiding status bars and navigation controls, offering a familiar interface with enhanced screen real estate.

Highlights
  • Complete private browsing
  • Full screen viewing
  • History, cookies, cache deleted on exit
  • Maximizes screen real estate
  • Safari-based browsing engine
  • Fast startup and shutdown
  • No auto-suggest or auto-fill
Features
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Finally, you can view all your websites PRIVATELY and in FULL SCREEN for FREE! 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 and: FREE 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. In addition this app is COMPLETELY FREE and works on iPhone, iPod and iPad! so get it now and start browsing those websites in beautiful full screen without worrying about family members snooping your history! 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 Google, Yahoo or Bing search homepage. - No auto suggest or auto-fill in. - Very discrete icon and presentation. - Completely FREE (and no annoying ads bar!) - Dark Mode support. - Tiny download so you can get it quickly. more apps: http://www.savysoda.com

About

CanvasView

Instantly preview your Adobe Photoshop designs on your iOS device in real-time. This app eliminates tedious file transfers, allowing you to see your work in context and ensure pixel-perfect mockups.

Highlights
  • Live, real-time Photoshop canvas mirroring
  • Pixel-perfect mockups on iOS devices
  • Seamless integration with Adobe Photoshop
  • Eliminates manual file transfers
  • Wireless project syncing
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CanvasView – Live Preview for Adobe Photoshop® CanvasView is the ultimate companion app for Adobe Photoshop®, designed specifically for creative professionals and designers. Whether you're crafting mockups for mobile apps or refining your designs, CanvasView makes it easy to preview your work in stunning detail directly on your iOS device. With CanvasView, you can see your designs as they’re meant to be experienced—on the actual device. Say goodbye to guesswork and tedious file transfers. This app connects seamlessly to Photoshop® through the built-in Remote Connection, keeping your canvas in perfect sync between your computer and your device. Why Choose CanvasView? - Live, Real-Time Previews: Instantly mirror your Photoshop canvas on your iPhone or iPad without delays. - Pixel-Perfect Mockups: See every detail of your design in real-world context. - Seamless Photoshop Integration: Effortlessly connect to Adobe Photoshop® using Remote Connection. - No More File Transfers: Eliminate the need for emailing or manually transferring images. Perfect for UI/UX designers, digital artists, and anyone looking to elevate their creative workflow, CanvasView helps you focus on what matters most: achieving flawless designs and delivering exceptional results. Key Features - Instant Device Previews: Preview your work in real time as you edit in Photoshop. - Wireless Connection: Sync your projects seamlessly—no cables required. - Optimized for iOS Devices: Designed for iPhones and iPads with accurate color representation. - Effortless Setup: Connect to Photoshop in just a few steps and start working immediately. Transform your design process with CanvasView and experience the convenience of live previews. Download now and make every detail count.

Screenshots

Private Browsing Web Browser4 screens
CanvasView4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Private Browsing Web Browser at 4.7 against CanvasView's 3.3. Private Browsing Web Browser also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 50%) and ratings volume (128K vs 8). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Private Browsing Web Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browsing Web Browser has 128K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Private Browsing Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of CanvasView's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browsing Web Browser ships an update every 2 months, CanvasView every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Private Browsing Web Browser versus CanvasView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate Browsing Web BrowserCanvasView
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (128K ratings) — better3.3 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews82.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings128K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB16 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSavySodaGary Law

Customer experience

Private Browsing Web Browser

All ratings127,494 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews1,623 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral5.1%
Negative12.3%

CanvasView

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Private Browsing Web Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Bookmarks randomly deleted
  • Crashes when trying to save images
  • Inability to uninstall the app

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to have multiple tabs open
  • Option to set custom search engine
  • Improved bookmark management
  • Faster page loading speeds

CanvasView

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Private Browsing Web Browser

No in-app purchases

None

CanvasView

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Private Browsing Web Browser free?
Private Browsing Web Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CanvasView free?
CanvasView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Private Browsing Web Browser or CanvasView?
Private Browsing Web Browser is rated higher. Private Browsing Web Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 128K ratings, while CanvasView averages 3.3 from 8 ratings.
Do Private Browsing Web Browser or CanvasView have ads?
Neither Private Browsing Web Browser nor CanvasView shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Private Browsing Web Browser or CanvasView?
Private Browsing Web Browser ships an update every 2 months, and CanvasView every 3 months. Most recently, Private Browsing Web Browser was updated on November 7, 2026 and CanvasView on November 1, 2026.

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