# Smart Search & Web Browser vs Split Screen View

Smart Search & Web Browser and Split Screen View both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Smart Search & Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 19% of Split Screen View's. Smart Search & Web Browser also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 836). Split Screen View's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads 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 Split Screen View sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 4.4 for Split Screen View. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Search & Web Browser has 12K ratings behind it against 836, 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 19% of Split Screen View's.

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, Split Screen View every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Search & Web Browser | Split Screen View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-search-and-web-browser/id555717978/reviews)** | [4.4 (836 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 836 |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 19.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 23 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Reactive Phone Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/407204784) | [Yana Shestakova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1507299728) |

## 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


### Split Screen View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729)

Enhance your mobile productivity by splitting your screen to multitask efficiently. Watch videos while chatting, take notes during lectures, or compare products side-by-side. Enjoy seamless browsing, shopping, and more on a single screen.

**Highlights:** Split screen multitasking, Watch video and chat simultaneously, Take notes while watching lectures, Compare products side-by-side, Read news and search events, Browse, shop, and email on one screen

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Split View Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Multi Task Dual Premium | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Full Pack | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Split screen functionality
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Requires payment to use
- 🚫 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🔍 Misleading description
- 🔗 Only allows browsing, not true split-screen apps

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube videos don't play properly
- App crashes occasionally
- Unable to cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- Allow split-screen for installed apps
- Offer one-time purchase option
- Improve browser functionality to match Safari
- Add support for higher video resolutions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smart Search & Web Browser free?

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

### Is Split Screen View free?

Split Screen View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smart Search & Web Browser or Split Screen View?

Smart Search & Web Browser is rated higher. Smart Search & Web Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Split Screen View averages 4.4 from 836 ratings.

### Do Smart Search & Web Browser or Split Screen View have ads?

Both Smart Search & Web Browser and Split Screen View show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Smart Search & Web Browser or Split Screen View?

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, and Split Screen View every 6 weeks. Most recently, Smart Search & Web Browser was updated on September 24, 2026 and Split Screen View on September 17, 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.*