G vs 5Channel Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
G
This app allows you to make affordable calls using your existing contacts. It simplifies the process of dialing with a special prefix, ensuring you benefit from lower rates. Enjoy features like customizable themes, favorites, and call history.
- Use existing contacts
- Affordable call rates
- Simple dialing process
- Customizable themes
- Favorite contacts
- Call history with G-mark
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格安通話サービス「G-Callでんわ」を簡単な手順でご利用いただくための アプリがこのたび、全面リニューアルで登場。 連絡先アプリに登録されている電話番号はそのままで、G-Callのお得な料金で ご利用いただけます。 <ご利用方法は簡単> 1.「G-Callでんわ」アプリを起動します。 2.連絡先から相手先を選択します。 3.発信をタップし、<G-Callで発信>を選択。 4.頭に0063をつけてG-Callで相手先につながります。 ※あらかじめ電話帳に国番号をつけて登録しておけば 国際電話もかんたんにかけられます。 <便利な新機能> ・お好みで選べる5色のテーマカラー ・よくかける相手先をお気に入りに登録 ・G-Call通話を希望しない相手先を「G-Call通話除外登録」 (フリーダイヤル、ナビダイヤルは初期登録済み) ・見やすく使いやすくなったキーパッド ・G-Call発信をした発信履歴は「G」マークつきでひと目でわかる。 ・発信履歴を回数別表示にすることで、お気に入り登録や10分かけ放題の参考に。 <注意事項> ご利用にあたって、G-Callでんわサービスの事前の登録が必要です。 G-Callで発信をした場合はG-Callの通話料が、通常発信をした場合は ご契約の通信会社の通話料がかかります。 <お問い合わせ先> 0120-979-256 受付: 9:00~18:00 (平日のみ)
5Channel Browser
A dedicated browser for comfortably navigating 5ch boards and threads on iPhone. Offers a clean interface for finding boards, reading threads, following replies, and viewing images with customizable options for a smooth experience.
- Browse boards and threads by category
- Save favorite boards and threads
- Adjustable text size and Dark Mode
- Block unwanted words, names, and IDs
- Preview replies and image thumbnails
- Resume reading with unread markers
- Thread title search functionality
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The official dedicated browser for reading 5channel boards and threads comfortably on iPhone. A simple, readable layout makes everyday use smooth: find a board, read a thread, follow replies, preview images, and post. Threads resume where you left off, and the app connects directly to 5ch.io for faster loading. Features • Boards and threads Open boards and threads quickly from the category list. Ranking views help you find active discussions. • Favorites and history Save boards and threads you follow. Return to previously read threads from history. • Resume reading Reopen a thread at the last post you read. Jump to unread, and see +N unread counts on boards, rankings, favorites, and history. • Readable thread view Compact layout, adjustable text size, Dark Mode, reply anchors, same-ID lookup, and an edge scrubber for long threads. ASCII art (AA) uses a monospaced font and horizontal scrolling so it stays intact. • Posting Reply in-thread. Attach a photo from your library or camera; it uploads to GZO and is inserted into your post. Shorten long URLs with jump5 without leaving the app. • Image and video previews Larger inline image previews. Watch YouTube in-app. Trusted hosts such as GZO, Imgur, and Pinterest can show rich previews. • NG word, NG name, and ID filters Hide words, names, and IDs you don’t want to see. • Reply popups Tap >>number links to inspect related posts quickly. • Search Find threads by title. • Japanese / English Switch the in-app language in Settings. Theme: Light, Dark, or System. This is the official browser for reading 5channel more comfortably. Use it for daily news, trending topics, and following threads you care about.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: G at none against 5Channel Browser's 1. 5Channel Browser's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support 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. 5Channel Browser sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. G asks for nothing beyond the download.
G ships an update every 6 weeks, 5Channel Browser every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | G | 5Channel Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 28.0% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | gap Co., Ltd. | Synic Inc. |
Customer experience
G
5Channel Browser
In-app purchases
G
No in-app purchases
5Channel Browser
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