Comparison

Wake vs Onion Browser

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

Head to head
About

Wake

Remotely power on PCs, Macs, and servers with this networking tool. It supports Wake On Lan devices and provides a status indicator to show if machines are online or offline. Ideal for managing multiple computers or accessing them from afar.

Highlights
  • Remote PC, Mac, and server startup
  • Wake On Lan support
  • Machine status indicator
  • Automatic computer detection
  • Shake to wake functionality
Features
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Wake is a professional networking tool that lets you start up PCs, Macs and Servers remotely. Compatible with all 'Wake On Lan' capable devices, Wake even gives you a status indicator to tell you whether each machine is on or off. Features: * Wake button sends 'Wake On Lan' magic packet to start up a machine. * Works over wifi or cellular data network. * Status indicator glows to tell you whether each machine is on or off. * Automatically detects your computers for easy setup. * Shake'n'wake - shake the device to wake all computers! Typical Uses: * Start up a machine remotely, then use VNC or other remote access service to view files. * Monitor a list of business critical servers. * Start up a classroom full of PCs from your desk. For troubleshooting, go to davet.org/wake/support.html

About

Onion Browser

Browse the web privately and securely with advanced features like ad blocking and VPN integration. Access the Darknet and deep web with confidence, while also monitoring your phone's performance and system health.

Highlights
  • Private browsing
  • VPN integration
  • Ad and tracker blocking
  • Darknet and deep web access
  • Phone performance analytics
  • Encryption and security
Features
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Welcome to Tube Onion Browser, where we're all about making your web journey private. Tube Browser is complemented by comprehensive insights into your phone's performance. Imagine a place where the Darknet, Dark web and the vast beyond are just a tap away. Our built-in privacy network is like a magic cloak, making you invisible as you browse, protecting your identity, and keeping your browsing history just between you and your phone. Our Dark Web Browser, navigates through a network of nodes and servers, using random nodes cleverly diverting your traffic to keep prying eyes and hackers at bay! ---- What Makes Tube Browser Your Go-To ---- - Privacy and Security, Hand in Hand: Our Orbot Browser is engineered for absolute privacy with layers of encryption and a network of nodes ensuring your digital foot print hidden from data hungry organisations and nosy ISPs. Browse anonymously, access the deep web and dark web keeping your internet footprint confidential. - Tracking? Not in Our House: In a world full of online tracking and ad traps, our Orbot Proxy and strong tracking protection act like an invisible shield for you online. Move around the web without leaving any marks or clues behind. - Sleek Performance: Who said privacy comes at the cost of speed? Not us! Our app is optimized to purr like a kitten, ensuring your browsing is as smooth as silk, without dragging down your device’s pep. - Tailored Analytics: Curious about your CPU usage or how much memory you have left? Our app provides a clear view of what’s happening inside your phone, from internet usage stats to system health, all without compromising your privacy or security. All through an intuitive and visual interface. - Security That Stands Guard: Imagine having a personal guardian for your phone, and that's our cutting-edge security suite for you. With tools sharp enough to spot reverse engineering shenanigans, your phone’s fortress is impenetrable. ---Your Browser’s Toolkit---- - Bridge setup? A breeze. - A straight dive into the Darknet. - Rerouting your path? As easy as pie. - Browsing history? What browsing history? - Bookmarking your faves? Just one click away. - Orbot Proxy for that extra layer of stealth. ---Phone Analytics Toolkit--- - Watch your CPU flex its muscles. - Memory allocation? Check it in real-time. - System uptime and kernel version at a glance. - Network insights and internet speed? Covered. - Battery feeling good? You’ll know. - Keeping cool? Monitor your device’s temp right here. Why wait? Your private browsing heaven awaits and is surprisingly simple. Oh, and let's not forget - Our powerful performance analytics let you keep a close watch on various stats of your phone! Terms & Conditions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Re7isKybTTH4GN9NgUPJ1pzunVQdOpm5CqpKWpHOICA Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XHz0aiy86oQXpnZVJVCGRAnbcXgmoVfwpXPEQfM_-ac/ Terms of Subscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Z5Xxasw9eH9SO6ht3TX8-20qRRkfsy5ylRkA6J0O1c Disclaimer: This product is produced independently from the Tor® anonymity software and carries no guarantee from The Tor Project about quality, suitability or anything else. VPN Data collection Policy: https://securecypherweb.org/vpn-privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Wake4 screens
Onion Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Onion Browser at Free against Wake's $0.99. Onion Browser also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.3) and review sentiment (85% vs 62%). Wake's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Onion Browser is free to download; Wake costs $0.99 up front. Wake sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Onion Browser sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Onion Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Onion Browser has 204 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Wake's written reviews are positive against 85% of Onion Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wake ships an update monthly, Onion Browser every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Wake versus Onion Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWakeOnion Browser
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.6 (204 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.4% of reviews84.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4204 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB89 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDave ThompsonSecure cypher Solutions

Customer experience

Wake

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews213 reviews
Positive62.4%
Neutral4.2%
Negative33.3%

Onion Browser

All ratings204 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.1%

Bugs and requests

Wake

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App freezes when pressing '+' button
  • Crashes when selecting IP address
  • Auto-detection not finding devices consistently
  • Doesn't work on iPad 2
  • Buttons ('+' and edit) do nothing in some cases
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  • Persistent rating prompt notification
  • Device list appears empty despite devices on network
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Help website unavailable

Requested features

11 requests
  • Support for WiFi-connected devices
  • Remote wake-on-LAN over cellular networks
  • Configurable port settings for multiple devices
  • Support for domain names instead of IP addresses
  • NetBIOS name display in device list
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  • Automatic setup wizard
  • Better support for modern network configurations
  • Wake-on-demand functionality like Snow Leopard
  • Support for Apple TV integration
  • Shake and wake function with device selection
  • Power status monitoring over remote connections

Onion Browser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Wake

One-time1
  • Medium/large network AddOn$0.99
7 purchases

Onion Browser

Subscriptions5
  • weekly subscription$2.997 Days
  • Onion Browser Weekly Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Onion Browser Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime premium subscription$17.99
  • Onion Browser Pro for Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Wake free?
Wake costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Onion Browser free?
Onion Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Wake or Onion Browser?
Onion Browser is rated higher. Wake averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Onion Browser averages 4.6 from 204 ratings.
Do Wake or Onion Browser have ads?
Neither Wake nor Onion Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wake or Onion Browser?
Wake ships an update monthly, and Onion Browser every 10 days. Most recently, Wake was updated on September 23, 2026 and Onion Browser on September 23, 2026.

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