Comparison

Teak Browser vs aPlayer

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

Head to head
About

Teak Browser

This browser offers a streamlined and private web experience with built-in ad blocking, user script support, and multiple search engine options. It features a minimalist design, reading mode, and PDF generation for enhanced productivity and focused content consumption.

Highlights
  • User script support (Tampermonkey/Violentmonkey)
  • Built-in ad blocker
  • Multiple search engine options
  • Web page dark mode
  • Reading mode for focused content
  • PDF generation
  • iCloud bookmark sync
Features
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Teak Browser is a powerful iOS browser built for Userscripts. Run Userscripts directly on iPhone and iPad with desktop-class flexibility. Fully compatible with Tampermonkey and Violentmonkey, and supports AdGuard rules for advanced content blocking. Simple, fast, private, and designed for power users. Core Features • Full Userscript support • Compatible with Tampermonkey and Violentmonkey • AdGuard compatible content blocking • Built-in adblock plus • Privacy protection and tracking prevention • Support setting as system default browser • No push notifications, no news feed, no ads • Start in milliseconds Browsing Experience • Web page dark mode • Reading mode for immersive reading • Built-in translation for hundreds of languages • Desktop/mobile site switching • Prevent automatic jumps to App Store • Prevent automatic jumps to other apps • In-page search: find text within web pages • Pull down to refresh web pages • Scheduled refresh • Multiple search engines: Google, Bing, Brave, DuckDuckGo, Yahoo, Baidu, Startpage, and more Media & Productivity • Video Picture-in-Picture • Easy PDF generation • Print and create PDF • View picture mode • Batch save and share pictures • Perfect support for long-press menus • Convenient sharing and downloading iPhone & iPad Optimized • Perfect for iOS 26 • Perfect for iPadOS 26 • iPad multi-window support • Split-screen and Stage Manager support • iPhone address bar supports top and bottom positioning Customization • Minimalist homepage • Custom wallpapers • Customize immersive wallpapers • URL shortcut input • Quickly open and copy URLs Sync & Privacy • iCloud bookmark sync • Private / incognito browsing • No browsing history, cookies, or cache saved in incognito mode • Synced bookmarks and data are stored in your private iCloud database • Teak never uploads your passwords or browsing activity QR Features • Scan QR codes with front and rear cameras • Recognize QR codes from images • Generate QR codes for links Why Teak Browser Unlike traditional mobile browsers, Teak Browser gives you more control over the web. Install Userscripts, customize websites, improve productivity, and browse with desktop-level flexibility on iOS. Teak Pro Subscription • Monthly, Yearly plans available • Payment charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage subscriptions in Apple ID Account Settings • Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited after purchase Terms of Use: https://teakbrowser.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://teakbrowser.app/privacy/ Contact Email: teakapp@outlook.com

About

aPlayer

Browse, play, and cast videos from websites or local storage in various formats and resolutions. Enjoy features like night mode, adjustable playback speed, and gesture controls for a seamless viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Browse and play videos from any website
  • Supports HD, Full HD, 1080p, and 4K video
  • Plays all major video formats
  • Stream to TV devices (Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast)
  • Night Mode and multiple language options
  • Gesture controls for playback and volume
  • Offline video playback
Features
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aPlayer is a powerful media utility designed to enhance your viewing experience. It combines a robust high-definition video player with seamless casting capabilities, allowing you to bridge the gap between your mobile device and the big screen. PROFESSIONAL VIDEO PLAYER The most complete video player for your device: ● All major formats: MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, FLV, WMV, MTS, RMVB, 3GP, TS, MPG ● 4K Ultra HD & 1080p Full HD with hardware acceleration ● Variable speed: 0.5x to 2.0x ● Subtitles support: SRT, VTT ● Gesture controls: swipe to adjust volume, brightness, and seek ● Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode ● Night Mode for comfortable low-light viewing ● Screen lock to prevent accidental touches ● Automatically organizes videos from local storage and SD card ● Cache web media into the app's internal sandbox for stable, smooth playback without internet. CAST TO TV Cast your videos to the big screen effortlessly: ● Chromecast & Google Cast: All devices with Google Cast built-in. ● Smart TVs (Native Receivers): Optimized experience with our dedicated aPlayer Receiver apps available on: - Android TV & Google TV - Apple TV - LG Smart TV - Samsung Smart TV - Roku Devices - Web Browser ● DLNA receivers: Support for various DLNA-certified video streaming devices. BUILT-IN WEB BROWSER A smooth, privacy-friendly browser integrated directly in the app: ● Browse your favorite websites and enjoy online video content ● Multi-tab support for easy navigation ● Browsing history & bookmarks stored locally on your device ● Privacy mode for a more secure browsing session --- DISCLAIMER aPlayer is a media playback and transmission tool. It does not host, store, provide, or modify any third-party media content. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that their use of this app complies with all applicable laws and the terms of service of any content platforms they access. Chromecast is a trademark of Google LLC. Apple TV is a trademark of Apple Inc. Roku is a trademark of Roku, Inc. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of these brands. Streaming performance depends on Wi-Fi network quality and device compatibility. PRIVACY POLICY https://aplayer.co/privacy-policy TERMS OF USE https://aplayer.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Teak Browser4 screens
aPlayer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Teak Browser at none against aPlayer's shown. Teak Browser also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (71% vs 50%). aPlayer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Teak Browser sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.19 per month and aPlayer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Teak Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Teak Browser's written reviews are positive against 50% of aPlayer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Teak Browser ships an update every 10 days, aPlayer monthly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Teak Browser versus aPlayer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTeak BrowseraPlayer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (43 ratings) — better4.2 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings43 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB128 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developer阳 刘Le Tu

Customer experience

Teak Browser

All ratings43 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral11.4%
Negative17.1%

aPlayer

All ratings14 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Teak Browser

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Month$1.191 Month
  • 3 Months$2.693 Months
  • 1 Year7 Days trial$7.191 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$14.99
2 purchases

aPlayer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 1 month$1.991 Month
  • Premium 3 months$4.993 Months

Questions

Is Teak Browser free?
Teak Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is aPlayer free?
aPlayer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Teak Browser or aPlayer?
Teak Browser is rated higher. Teak Browser averages 4.5 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while aPlayer averages 4.2 from 14 ratings.
Do Teak Browser or aPlayer have ads?
aPlayer shows ads; Teak Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, Teak Browser or aPlayer?
Teak Browser ships an update every 10 days, and aPlayer monthly. Most recently, Teak Browser was updated on November 3, 2026 and aPlayer on November 3, 2026.

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