# Smart Search & Web Browser vs Purity

The clearest difference is ads: Purity at none against Smart Search & Web Browser's shown. Purity also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Smart Search & Web Browser's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 895). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart Search & Web Browser sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Purity sells 2 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 — 4.5 for Smart Search & Web Browser against 4.6 for Purity. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Search & Web Browser has 12K ratings behind it against 895, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Smart Search & Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 74% of Purity's.

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, Purity every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Search & Web Browser | Purity |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-search-and-web-browser/id555717978/reviews) | **[4.6 (895 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purity-safe-browser/id1506160130/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 895 |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 74.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Reactive Phone Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/407204784) | [FamilyFirstTechnology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1506157297) |

## What reviewers say

### Smart Search & Web Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-search-and-web-browser/id555717978)

This app offers a streamlined web browsing experience with enhanced search capabilities. It features rapid switching between search engines, ad blocking, and AI integration for efficient information retrieval. Customize your view with themes and personalized news feeds.

**Highlights:** Fast switching between search sources, AI integration (ChatGPT), Ad blocking and data saving, Customizable themes and backgrounds, Built-in voice input and QR scanner, Personalized news feed, Autocomplete queries

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full version without ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro version without ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro version without ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient search
- 👍 Convenient all-in-one solution
- 🔍 Powerful search capabilities
- 💡 Customizable search options
- 🔍 Smart search and web browsing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent search accuracy
- 💤 Slow performance on older devices
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Privacy and security concerns
- 🔍 Difficulty navigating search results

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Automatic language switching issues
- Broken back button functionality
- Compatibility problems on iPad

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved ad-blocking functionality
- Ability to save search history
- Support for more search engines
- Better integration with other apps


### Purity

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purity-safe-browser/id1506160130)

This browser is designed to block adult content and protect users online. It offers features like custom domain blocking, accountability alerts, and enforced safe search to support users in their journey to live porn-free. A free trial is available.

**Highlights:** Blocks over 2 million adult websites, Custom domain and keyword blocking, Optional image/video blocking, Pin protection for settings, Accountability alerts for suspicious sites, Enforced Safe Search, Tracker-free browsing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking content
- 🔒 Robust blocking features
- 💰 Affordable price
- 👍 Helpful for fighting addiction
- 🙏 Appreciated by users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blocks too many non-inappropriate sites
- 🔍 Overly sensitive keyword blocking
- 🔌 Can impact device performance
- 🔒 Difficult to unblock whitelisted sites
- 🔑 Password recovery issues

**Reported bugs**

- Whitelisting not always effective
- Crashes and performance issues
- Difficulty managing account and subscriptions

**Requested features**

- Lower age rating for app
- Password protection for settings
- Ability to delete account
- Family plan option
- Customizable home page


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Search & Web Browser free?

Smart Search & Web Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Purity free?

Purity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smart Search & Web Browser or Purity?

Purity is rated higher. Smart Search & Web Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Purity averages 4.6 from 895 ratings.

### Do Smart Search & Web Browser or Purity have ads?

Smart Search & Web Browser shows ads; Purity does not.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Search & Web Browser or Purity?

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, and Purity every 5 weeks. Most recently, Smart Search & Web Browser was updated on September 24, 2026 and Purity on September 24, 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.*