NightBrowser vs DarkMode | Web
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NightBrowser
Enhance your Safari browsing with a dark mode extension. Customize themes, including a unique migraine-friendly mode, and enjoy automatic adjustments based on your device settings. It offers a private, ad-free, and subscription-free experience.
- Seamless dark mode integration
- Customizable themes (Dark, Sepia, Drive, Migraine)
- Automatic mode adjustment
- Migraine mode with green light (520nm)
- Privacy-centric, no data collection
- Optimized for iOS 17 features
- Ad-free and subscription-free
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Dive into a digital realm where the night comes alive with Night Browser. Far more than a mere extension, Night Browser offers a revolutionary experience for Safari users. It transforms the glaring brightness of daytime websites into a soothing, darkened sanctuary, making your digital environment comfortable and serene. Feature Highlights * Seamless Dark Mode Integration: Night Browser flawlessly dims every website, providing a comfortable browsing experience that's easy on your eyes, especially in low-light environments. * Customizable Themes: Personalize your digital nightscape with themes like 'Dark', 'Sepia', 'Drive', and the pioneering 'Migraine' mode. Each theme is crafted to suit different preferences and needs, ensuring a comfortable browsing experience for all. * Automatic Mode Adjustment: Syncs with your device's settings to automatically switch to dark mode, adapting to your usage patterns and time of day. * Innovative Migraine Mode: Leveraging early research suggesting the benefits of specific wavelengths of green light, our Migraine mode utilizes a carefully selected shade of green (520nm). This feature is designed in line with expert recommendations to potentially reduce migraine frequency and intensity, offering a browsing experience that's not just comfortable but therapeutic. * Privacy-Centric: Your browsing data remains confidential. We collect NO DATA or analytics. Night Browser prioritises your privacy, ensuring that your digital footprints stay yours alone. * It's a Safari extension, keep using your favourite web browser, but enhance it with Night Browser. * Optimized for iOS 17: Built exclusively for iOS 17, Night Browser offers seamless integration with Safari's latest features, including Widgets, Focus Filters, and Shortcuts. * Ad-Free and Subscription-Free: Enjoy an uncluttered browsing experience without ads or recurring subscriptions. A single purchase unlocks the full potential of Night Browser. Night Browser is more than just a tool; it's your nocturnal ally in the digital realm. Whether you're settling in for a late-night research session or browsing for leisure, Night Browser ensures that your online journey is comfortable, personalized, and secure. Ready to revolutionize your nighttime browsing? Download Night Browser today and start your serene digital journey under the stars. Night Browser is not just an app; it's a commitment to a better, more comfortable digital experience when the world goes dark. Embrace the night, embrace Night Browser – your gateway to a dazzling night-time digital experience. Embrace the night. Embrace Night Browser.
DarkMode | Web
Transform your web browsing experience by applying a dark theme to websites in Safari. Reduce eye strain and glare with adjustable darkness levels and per-site exceptions. Enjoy a more comfortable and personalized online environment.
- One-tap dark mode for websites
- Adjustable darkness intensity
- Per-site exceptions
- Remembers settings
- Lightweight and fast
- Optional theme presets
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Stop getting blinded by bright websites. Turn Safari into a clean, comfortable dark experience. Instant toggle. Better nights. Happier eyes. Dark Mode | Web applies a polished dark theme to the sites you visit in Safari. Less midnight glare, more comfort — stay in the flow. Key features (included) • One-tap Dark Mode for websites in Safari (instant toggle) • Darkness intensity control (subtle → bold) • Per-site exceptions: turn on/off by website (exclude tricky sites) • Remembers your settings so you don’t keep re-tweaking • Lightweight and fast — no unnecessary background work Extra features (optional) • Theme presets for different “black” styles • True Black option (deeper blacks on supported OLED displays) • Automatic scheduling (e.g., nights only) • Follow system appearance: switch with your device’s Dark/Light mode • Preserve media (Preserve): keep photos/videos close to their original colors • Skip sites that already have a great built-in dark mode (In-app purchases) Privacy • 100% on-device • No browsing/usage history collected or sent Device support • iPhone, iPad, and Mac supported [Enable the Safari extension] iPhone / iPad Settings → Safari → Extensions → Dark Mode | Web → Turn On macOS Safari → Settings(⌘,) → Extensions → Check Dark Mode | Web → Allow permissions - Support: help@paran.app - Terms: https://paran.app/dark-mode/terms - Privacy Policy: https://paran.app/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: NightBrowser at 5.0 against DarkMode | Web's 1.0. NightBrowser also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). DarkMode | Web's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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
NightBrowser costs $2.99 and DarkMode | Web $0.99 up front. DarkMode | Web sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. NightBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.
NightBrowser holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
NightBrowser ships an update weekly, DarkMode | Web every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NightBrowser | DarkMode | Web |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BatLabs LTD | Paran |
Customer experience
NightBrowser
DarkMode | Web
In-app purchases
NightBrowser
No in-app purchases
DarkMode | Web
- DarkMode Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- DarkMode Pro$2.99





