Website to app vs Web Extensions
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Website to app
This app transforms frequently visited websites into app-like experiences. It hides browser bars for a larger view and retains login information, simplifying access. Features include passcode lock and privacy protection by not saving history.
- Add and manage favorite sites
- Full-screen website display
- Retains login information
- Passcode lock for privacy
- Does not save browsing history
- Dark mode support
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This app allows you to quickly launch frequently used sites. You can use it like an app. It hides the URL bar and footer bar found in standard browsers, so you can view sites on a larger screen. Login information is retained, which is very convenient. If you usually use a private browser such as safari or chrome, this app will free you from the troublesome login process. There is also a passcode lock function. You can protect your privacy. Also, this app does not save history, so there is no need to delete history. ■How to use 1, Add the site you want to view. 2, Select the site you want to view. Functions 1, Add site function 2, Function to switch display sites 3, Retention of login information 4, Passcode function 5, Lock function 6, Function to switch to dark mode Language switching (defaults to the language set by the user on the device) Use Cases 1, Users who usually display a private browser 2, Those who want to keep their login information 3. those who want to display the site they want to view first when they open the application 4. who find it tedious to "click the bookmark button ⇨ find the URL of the site ⇨ click the bookmark button ⇨ log in 5. you want to protect your privacy by locking your browser with a passcode 6, you do not want to be able to see your history. 7. you want the site to be displayed on the entire screen. 8. you do not want others to know your history or the sites you are viewing. 9. you feel that the URL bar or footer menu is in the way. 10. if you want to put a password on your browser. My use case I am the developer of this application. I use a private browser in safari on my iPhone. Before using this app, I used to close the private browser once and set the regular browser. I then opened my bookmarks and viewed the site. I mainly did such tedious operations to view Stackoverflow. However, when I started using this app, I was freed from such tedious operations because once I open this app, stackoverflow is displayed with my login. Since the URL bar and footer menu are not displayed, I can display stackoverflow on a large screen. ■Reviews from testers 1. I am a fan of a certain website that has not been made into an app. I used to use safari until now. I started using this app because logging in was a hassle. I am satisfied with this app because it not only frees me from the login process, but also allows me to view the site larger than when opening it in safari. (Momo,student ,23 years old) 2. I used this app because I wanted to lock my browser. This app allows you to open your browser by entering your passcode. And I can view the display site out of the blue, so I don't have to open the site from my bookmarks anymore. I have this app available from a shortcut on my iPhone so I can open it right away. (John, Engineer, age 36)
Web Extensions
Enhance your browsing with a suite of tools for Safari. Block ads, manage tabs, and improve readability with features like auto-scroll and font customization. One purchase unlocks all features across your Apple devices.
- Tab cleaning and organization
- Ad blocking
- Context menu restoration
- Smart auto-scroll for hands-free reading
- Plain text copying
- Customizable font and size
- Automatic tab reloading
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Supercharge your Safari experience with the ultimate "Power Pack" for iOS and macOS. Why clutter your device with many different extension apps? Web Extensions combines the essential tools you need into one lightweight, privacy-focused suite. Whether you want to block ads, clean up messy tabs, or read comfortably, we have a tool for that. ≈ Tab Cleaner ≈ The fan-favorite utility is here and 100% free. • Declutter Instantly: Find and close duplicate tabs with one tap. • Organize: Close tabs by specific website or wipe the slate clean. • Focus: Keep your browser lean and lightning fast. ≈ Unlock the entire suite ≈ Upgrade Web Extensions to enable more powerful tools that transform how you browse: • Context Menu Fixer Frustrated by websites break the context menu? Re-enable the context menu easily with this tool. • Smart Auto-Scroll Enjoy hands-free reading. Perfect for long articles, recipes, or music chords. Adjust the speed and let the browser do the work. • Plain Text Copy Stop fighting with messy formatting. Copy text from any website without bringing along the bold, italic, or background styles. • Font Changer Make the web readable again. Force websites to use your preferred font and size. Essential for accessibility and comfortable reading at night. • Tab Reloader Never miss an update. Set tabs to auto-refresh at specific intervals. Perfect for monitoring auctions, sports scores, or stock markets. ≈ Why Choose Web Extensions? ≈ • Universal Purchase: Buy once, use on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. • Native Performance: Ultra-lightweight extensions that won't drain your battery. • Privacy First: We do not track your browsing history. All extensions run locally on your device. SUBSCRIPTION & TERMS Tab Cleaner is free to use forever. Access to the Pro Extensions requires a subscription. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://lotus-core.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://lotus-core.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Web Extensions at 3.8 against Website to app's 3.0. Web Extensions also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 33%) and ads (none vs shown). Website to app's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price 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. Web Extensions sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Website to app asks for nothing beyond the download.
Web Extensions holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Web Extensions has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Website to app's written reviews are positive against 75% of Web Extensions's.
Website to app ships an update every 13 months, Web Extensions monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Website to app | Web Extensions |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 3.8 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 11 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MINERVA K.K. | Lotus Core |
Customer experience
Website to app
Web Extensions
In-app purchases
Website to app
No in-app purchases
Web Extensions
- Monthly Plan$2.991 Month
- Annual Plan$19.991 Year
- Lifetime$39.99









