Comparison

Pure Browser vs Loom

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

Head to head
About

Pure Browser

A free, private web browser for iPhone and iPod that allows users to view websites in full screen. It prioritizes security and reliability for a simple browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Private browsing
  • Full-screen website viewing
  • Save favorite content
  • Secure and reliable
  • Free to use
Features
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Pure Browser supports you to browse and save your favorite content! You can view all websites in full screen for free and privately, this is the simple, unadorned web browser you have been waiting for. This application is completely free and suitable for iPhone. You can fully trust our security and reliability. So, start using this browser to browse your favorite websites now!

About

Loom

This browser prioritizes your security with a unique PIN lock system, separate from device biometrics. It automatically deletes data after incorrect PIN attempts and locks when you switch apps. Your browsing history and personal data are never tracked or shared.

Highlights
  • Custom 6-digit PIN security
  • Automatic data deletion on incorrect PIN attempts
  • Auto-lock when switching apps
  • No tracking or sharing of browsing data
  • Intuitive tab management
  • Bookmark organization
  • Dark and light mode themes
Features
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Loom is a privacy-first browser designed for users who prioritise security. Featuring a unique 6-digit PIN lock system, separate from your device’s biometric security, Loom ensures that your browsing remains private and accessible only through a PIN you set up. Key Features: - Custom PIN Security – Protect your browser with a secure 6-digit PIN, safely stored in your Apple Keychain. - Automatic Data Deletion – Multiple incorrect PIN attempts will automatically erase stored data, safeguarding your sensitive information. - Auto-Lock – Loom automatically locks when you switch apps, requiring your PIN to regain access, keeping your browsing secure. - Complete Privacy – Your browsing habits, history, and personal data are never stored, tracked, or shared. - Tab Management – Effortlessly switch between multiple sites with intuitive tab controls. - Bookmarks – Save and organise your favourite sites for quick access. - Easy Sharing – Share web content seamlessly with friends and across social platforms. - Enhanced Privacy Controls – Manage history, cookies, and stored data with ease. - Dark & Light Mode – Choose a theme that suits your preference, day or night. Loom is the ideal browser for anyone who values discreet and secure web browsing, whether handling sensitive work data or browsing on public Wi-Fi. Download Loom today and take control of your online privacy!

Screenshots

Pure Browser3 screens
Loom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Loom at none against Pure Browser's shown. Loom also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (31 vs 3). Pure Browser's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Loom holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loom has 31 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pure Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, Loom fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Pure Browser versus Loom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPure BrowserLoom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings)4.6 (31 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings331 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developer明 李HurryApp LTD

Customer experience

Pure Browser

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

Loom

All ratings30 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Pure Browser

No in-app purchases

None

Loom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pure Browser free?
Pure Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Loom free?
Loom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pure Browser or Loom?
Loom is rated higher. Pure Browser averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Loom averages 4.6 from 31 ratings.
Do Pure Browser or Loom have ads?
Pure Browser shows ads; Loom does not.
Which is updated more often, Pure Browser or Loom?
Pure Browser ships an update every 3 weeks, and Loom fortnightly. Most recently, Pure Browser was updated on October 11, 2026 and Loom on October 24, 2026.

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