Puffin Cloud Browser vs Aloha Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Puffin Cloud Browser
This app provides access to a cloud-based web browser, allowing users to view web content rendered on remote servers. It offers features like browser isolation, data saving, and full desktop mode, but does not render web content directly on the device.
- Browser Isolation
- Cloud Acceleration
- Data Saving
- Download to Cloud
- Flash Game Support
- Full Desktop Mode
- Internet Access Protection
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DISCLAIMER: Puffin Cloud Browser is NOT a web browser. Puffin Cloud Browser is the client app that accesses the cloud server which runs the web browser. The Puffin client app and the Puffin cloud server do not communicate in HTTP protocol and the data exchange is not in HTML format. The Puffin client app is like the remote desktop client and the Puffin cloud server is like the remote desktop server. Puffin Cloud Browser gives the audience the illusion of a web browser but it is not, in reality, a web browser. Puffin Cloud Browser can only "display" the web content rendered on the cloud servers but can't "render" the web content itself on the client devices. ==== Differentiating Features ==== * Browser Isolation * Cloud Acceleration * Data Saving * Download to Cloud * Flash Game * Full Desktop Mode * Internet Access Protection * Virtual Gamepad/Mouse/Trackpad ==== Important Limitations ==== * Only works on websites that are publicly accessible from the US -- Does not work for private IP, corporate Intranet, and geo-restricted websites * Only works in countries that are not excessive in censorship -- Does not work in China, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates * For some websites, Puffin server IP blocks need to be white-listed -- Puffin can bring an excessive load to some websites More info at Puffin FAQ https://help.puffin.com/faq
Aloha Browser
This app offers a secure and private browsing experience with a built-in VPN and ad blocker. Enjoy media playback, background audio, and data saving features. Premium options unlock enhanced VPN capabilities and file sharing.
- Private browsing
- Unlimited VPN
- Ad blocker
- Media player with background playback
- Data saver
- Private tabs with TouchID/Passcode lock
- QR code reader
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Your privacy should be the default, not a feature. Aloha Browser gives you everything you need to browse privately, block ads and trackers, and download files — in one app, with nothing extra to install. Hundreds of millions of users trust Aloha because it does what other browsers won't: it puts your privacy first by default, not as an afterthought. BLOCK ADS AUTOMATICALLY Ads slow you down and track you across the web. Aloha removes them before they load — every page is faster, cleaner, and distraction-free with no ads. No setup required. BROWSE WITH A BUILT-IN FREE VPN Protect your connection on any network with Aloha's integrated VPN. Choose from 80+ server locations worldwide, secured with 256-bit AES encryption and DNS leak protection. VPN traffic is compressed and encrypted to reduce bandwidth usage. One tap to activate — no separate app, no data caps for everyday use. DOWNLOAD VIDEOS AND FILES Save videos, music, and documents directly from any web page. Aloha's built-in downloader handles the formats other browsers can't. Play media in the background, manage files with ease, and lock sensitive downloads with biometric protection. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Aloha doesn't log your activity — ever. There's nothing to share because there's nothing stored. Combined with the VPN, automatic ad blocking, and TrafficMask, you get full-stack privacy that goes far beyond what incognito mode offers. PRIVATE AI — NO SURVEILLANCE Use AI to summarize, translate, and answer questions without your prompts being logged, profiled, or used to train models. Private by default. BUILT FOR YOUR DAILY WEB Tabbed browsing with a clean, fast interface. Sync bookmarks and tabs across devices linked to your Aloha account. Scan QR codes instantly. Explore Web3 domains and dApps with full native support. Everything works together, beautifully. ALOHA PREMIUM Upgrade for enhanced VPN country selection, device-wide VPN protection, VPN auto-start, Wi-Fi file sharing, ZIP compression support, and premium themes. Aloha Premium is available at $7.99/month or $69.99/year (USD). Prices may vary by region. Subscriptions renew automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Any unused free trial portion is forfeited upon purchase. Privacy policy: https://alohabrowser.com/policy.html Terms & Conditions: https://alohabrowser.com/terms.html ABOUT ALOHA We're a team dedicated to proving that privacy and a great browsing experience aren't mutually exclusive. While other browsers bolt on privacy features as add-ons, we built Aloha from the ground up to keep your data yours — verified by an independent third-party audit from Leviathan Security Group. Discover more: https://alohabrowser.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/alohavpnbrowser X: https://x.com/alohabrowser For feedback and support, please email support@alohabrowser.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Aloha Browser at 4.7 against Puffin Cloud Browser's 3.9. Aloha Browser also leads on ratings volume (313K vs 6.7K) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Puffin Cloud Browser's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 49%) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Puffin Cloud Browser sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Aloha Browser sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Aloha Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aloha Browser has 313K ratings behind it against 6.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Puffin Cloud Browser's written reviews are positive against 49% of Aloha Browser's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Puffin Cloud Browser ships an update every 6 weeks, Aloha Browser fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Puffin Cloud Browser | Aloha Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (6.7K ratings) | 4.7 (313K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 61.4% of reviews — better | 49.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6.7K | 313K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | #111 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 387 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | CloudMosa, Inc. | Aloha Mobile |
Customer experience
Puffin Cloud Browser
Aloha Browser
User reviews
Puffin Cloud Browser
From 6.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and responsive browsing
- 👍 Allows access to desktop websites
- 🔍 Supports Flash content
- 💻 Provides desktop-like experience on mobile
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔄 Constant reconnection issues
- 🤖 Unreliable captcha system
- ⚠️ Websites blocked or not loading properly
- 💰 Subscription model and additional fees
Aloha Browser
From 313K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and efficient browser
- 🔒 Secure and private browsing
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎥 Excellent video player with advanced controls
- 💾 Reliable file downloading and management
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads and notifications
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality within the app
Bugs and requests
Puffin Cloud Browser
Reported bugs
3 issues- Gamepad controls crashing the app
- Inability to type or log in to certain websites
- Sudden loss of network connectivity
Requested features
4 requests- Improved stability and reliability
- Seamless integration with popular websites
- Customization options for user interface
- Ability to save progress in Flash games
Aloha Browser
Reported bugs
3 issues- Video playback issues when switching between apps or locking the device
- Inconsistent behavior when downloading files from different websites
- VPN connection problems and disconnections
Requested features
4 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve tab management and organization
- Implement background audio playback
- Introduce password protection for sensitive folders
In-app purchases
Puffin Cloud Browser
- Puffin Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- Puffin Yearly Subscription$4.991 Year
Aloha Browser
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)4 variants$3.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$4.991 Month
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- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$5.491 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)2 variants$5.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$6.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)$7.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)1 Month trial$8.991 Month
- Aloha Premium & VPN (Monthly)7 Days trial$10.491 Month
Questions
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