Comparison

Smart Search & Web Browser vs Desktop PC Browser

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

Head to head
About

Smart Search & Web Browser

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
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Smart Search is a fast and easy app for surfing Web focused on better search experience.  Save your time using fast switching between search sources and you will find needed information fast and more effective. More than 10 million users, 5 stars rating on the App Store. It just works as you expect! Smart Search app is much more convenient than other browsers like Opera, Firefox or Chrome. Download this app, place the icon on the main screen of your iPhone and you will never regret about it! COMMENTS OF OUR USERS "This is now my favorite app for searching the Web. Very fast, easy to use and intuitive. Not a lot of clutter, easy to read and does exactly what I need it for!" "I use it heavily every day and there is nothing comparable out there!" "All I can say is wow! Really love this better then any of the other browsers. Very easy on the eyes." "Outstanding supersedes many apps. Keep up the good work." "Compared to other browsers, this one is easy to navigate and is designed much better for viewing webpages on your phone. It's much faster than Safari and doesn't crash at all" KEY ADVANTAGES + Rapid launch + Rich-featured search box and the ability to search in many services (Google, Bing, Yahoo, YouTube, Images, Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, eBay, Translate, Wikipedia) + Integrated access to ChatGPT neuronet + Color design themes and gallery of backgrounds + Advanced features for effective browsing and sharing content + Powerful ad blocking and data saving + Built-in voice input and QR code scanner + Personalized news feed KEY FEATURES 1. One-touch access to search and favourites 2. Autocomplete queries while typing 3. Fast switching search services using swipe 4. Built-in collection of popular websites includes news, sports and social networks. 5. Easy managing of bookmarks list 6. Fullscreen mode 7. Visual history and tabs navigation 8. Integrated readability function for transforming large articles into convenient view for reading 9. Wide range of options for customisation 10. Interactive page with various widgets: Inspiring Quotes, Search Trends, App of The Week and others IMPORTANT NOTE If you faced a bug, please contact us directly from the app or just write details to email: support@smartsearchapp.com If you like the app, please post a review on the App Store and share link to the app with your friends. Enjoy browsing Web with Smart Search!

About

Desktop PC Browser

Browse the web with full desktop functionality on your iPhone or iPad. Easily switch between desktop and mobile versions of websites, enjoy safe browsing with biometric authentication, and save frequently visited URLs.

Highlights
  • View webpages with full desktop functionality
  • Switch between desktop and mobile website versions
  • Multiple user agent choices
  • Safe browsing with Touch ID/Face ID
  • Favorite and add common URLs
  • Long screenshot of webpages
Features
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Desktop PC Browser Allows You To View Webpage With Full Desktop Functionality On Your iPhone Or iPad Device. 【Resolved the pain point that some websites cannot use the full function normally on mobile phones! 】 + 【Easy switch】 between the computer version and mobile version of the website + Multiple browser choices【user agent】 + Super【Safe Browsing】, support Touch ID/Face ID + Favorite and add【commonly used URL】to home page + Webpage content【long screenshot】, convenient and efficient The existence of the Desktop PC Browser is to create value and increase productivity when you can't get to your computer at hand. --------Subscription Instructions---------- · Subscription content: - Unlock PC browser - Access all user agent & user agent update regularly - Unlimited Favorite website · Subscription price: $1.99/month, $6.99/half a year, please refer to the in-app price for details When confirming the purchase, the subscription fee is charged through the iTunes account. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period. Within 24 hours before the end of the current period, a renewal fee will be charged and the renewal fee will be determined. After purchase, you can go to account settings, manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal. Privacy Policy: https://juejin.im/post/6856575728378052615 Terms of Service: https://juejin.im/post/6856580169554100231

Screenshots

Smart Search & Web Browser4 screens
Desktop PC Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

Smart Search & Web Browser and Desktop PC Browser both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Smart Search & Web Browser's written reviews are positive against 24% of Desktop PC Browser's. Smart Search & Web Browser also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 371). Desktop PC Browser's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Smart Search & Web Browser sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Desktop PC Browser sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Smart Search & Web Browser against 4.4 for Desktop PC Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Search & Web Browser has 12K ratings behind it against 371, 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 24% of Desktop PC Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, Desktop PC Browser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smart Search & Web Browser versus Desktop PC Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart Search & Web BrowserDesktop PC Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (12K ratings) — better4.4 (371 ratings)
Positive reviews81.2% of reviews — better23.8% of reviews
Number of ratings12K — better371
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB47 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperReactive Phone Ltd.江真 刘

Customer experience

Smart Search & Web Browser

All ratings11,758 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews655 reviews
Positive81.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative13.4%

Desktop PC Browser

All ratings337 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive23.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative76.2%

User reviews

Smart Search & Web Browser

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Desktop PC Browser

From 371 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works as advertised
  • 👍 Useful for watching things
  • 👍 Ads not intrusive (one review)

Room to improve

  • 광고 Excessive ads
  • 💸 Overpriced subscription
  • 🚫 Unusable with ads
  • 🚫 Doesn't work
  • 🚫 Not secure

Bugs and requests

Smart Search & Web Browser

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Desktop PC Browser

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Doesn't open other apps
  • Site errors on mobile
  • Google sign-in blocked
  • Ads appear after one use
  • App crashes/doesn't work

Requested features

3 requests
  • More desktop features
  • Allow landscape mode
  • More affordable pricing

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Smart Search & Web Browser

One-time4
  • Support developer$0.99
  • Full version without ads$0.99
  • Pro version without ads$1.99
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  • Pro version without ads$2.99
7 purchases

Desktop PC Browser

Subscriptions7
  • PC Browser Subscription 1$0.991 Month
  • PC Browser Subscription 1w3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • PC Subscription 1w sale7 Days trial$0.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • PC Browser Subscription 63 Days trial$3.996 Months
  • PC Browser Subscription 6 sale6 Months trial$3.996 Months
  • PC Browser Subscription 123 Days trial$4.991 Year
  • PC Subscription 12 sale$4.991 Year

Questions

Is Smart Search & Web Browser free?
Smart Search & Web Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Desktop PC Browser free?
Desktop PC Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart Search & Web Browser or Desktop PC Browser?
Smart Search & Web Browser is rated higher. Smart Search & Web Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Desktop PC Browser averages 4.4 from 371 ratings.
Do Smart Search & Web Browser or Desktop PC Browser have ads?
Both Smart Search & Web Browser and Desktop PC Browser show ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Search & Web Browser or Desktop PC Browser?
Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, and Desktop PC Browser every 2 months. Most recently, Smart Search & Web Browser was updated on October 25, 2026 and Desktop PC Browser on October 24, 2026.

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