# Smart Search & Web Browser vs Desktop PC Browser

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.

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.

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.

Smart Search & Web Browser ships an update every 3 months, Desktop PC Browser every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smart Search & Web Browser | Desktop PC Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-search-and-web-browser/id555717978/reviews)** | [4.4 (371 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desktop-pc-browser/id1523827210/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 371 |
| Positive reviews | **81.2% of reviews** | 23.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Reactive Phone Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/407204784) | [江真 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518965183) |

## 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


### Desktop PC Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desktop-pc-browser/id1523827210)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PC Browser Subscription 1 | $0.99 | per month |
| PC Browser Subscription 1w | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| PC Subscription 1w sale | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| PC Browser Subscription 6 | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| PC Browser Subscription 6 sale | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| PC Browser Subscription 12 | $4.99 | per year |
| PC Subscription 12 sale | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- More desktop features
- Allow landscape mode
- More affordable pricing


## Frequently asked 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 26, 2026 and Desktop PC Browser on October 24, 2026.

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