# SecureTestBrowser vs SnapType

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SnapType at 64% against SecureTestBrowser's 20%. SnapType also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months). SecureTestBrowser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapType sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $49.99 per year. SecureTestBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.

SnapType holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapType has 366 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of SecureTestBrowser's written reviews are positive against 64% of SnapType's.

SecureTestBrowser ships an update every 6 months, SnapType every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SecureTestBrowser | SnapType |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/securetestbrowser/id607002517/reviews) | **[4.5 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **366** |
| Positive reviews | 20.3% of reviews | **64.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cambium Assessment, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1520415232) | [SNAPTYPE, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1124115980) |

## What reviewers say

### SecureTestBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/securetestbrowser/id607002517)

This secure mobile browser provides a controlled environment for taking online assessments. It prevents switching to other apps or using hardware functions like screenshots, ensuring a focused testing experience.

**Highlights:** Secure online testing environment, Prevents app switching, Disables screenshots, Controlled hardware functions, Supports iOS 11.4+

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Serves its purpose as a test browser
- 👍 Secure testing environment
- 👍 Works well for some users
- 👍 Useful for practicing tests at home
- 👍 Facilitates easier testing on mobile devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and freezes often
- 🐛 Crashes and lags frequently
- 🐛 Device becomes unresponsive
- 🐛 App doesn't work for some
- 🐛 Incompatible with newer iOS versions

**Reported bugs**

- Device doesn't turn off, gets stuck
- App crashes and lags
- App freezes, requires restart
- Black screen issues
- App locks iPad, cannot play other games

**Requested features**

- Ability to circle angles, underline info, mark out extra info
- Ability to draw lines to count sides on figures
- Ability to write measurements next to objects
- Ability to label graphs
- Incorporate on-screen pencil/drawing tools like Prodigy


### SnapType

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptype/id1124115982)

This app allows students to easily complete school worksheets by adding text to images of their assignments using their device's keyboard. It's a helpful tool for those who struggle with handwriting, enabling them to share their completed work via print, email, or other sharing options.

**Highlights:** Add text to worksheet images, Import worksheets from device, Use device keyboard for input, Print completed worksheets, Email completed worksheets, Share completed worksheets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Everything Unlocked | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning difficulties
- 👍 Helps with handwriting struggles
- 👍 Improves work quality
- 👍 Text-to-speech is helpful
- 👍 Fills an unmet need

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Location is inaccurate
- 🐛 Boxes don't move
- 🐛 Automatic blur problem
- 🐛 Voice is unnatural
- 🐛 New version is expensive

**Reported bugs**

- Location is never where you tap
- Boxes don’t move when you want it to
- Automatic blur problem
- Upgrade doesn't restore
- Crashes when trying to install on iPad

**Requested features**

- Fix automatic blur
- Add erasing function for Apple Pencil
- More space for documents (basic version)
- Ability to write on SnapType (free version)
- Enable text-to-speech for worksheet directions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SecureTestBrowser free?

SecureTestBrowser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SnapType free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SecureTestBrowser or SnapType?

SnapType is rated higher. SecureTestBrowser averages 3.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while SnapType averages 4.5 from 366 ratings.

### Do SecureTestBrowser or SnapType have ads?

Neither SecureTestBrowser nor SnapType shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SecureTestBrowser or SnapType?

SecureTestBrowser ships an update every 6 months, and SnapType every 4 weeks. Most recently, SecureTestBrowser was updated on November 1, 2026 and SnapType on November 2, 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.*