# Browser and Notes for iPad vs RedApp Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RedApp Browser at 81% against Browser and Notes for iPad's 0%. RedApp Browser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 months). Browser and Notes for iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RedApp Browser sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Browser and Notes for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Browser and Notes for iPad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedApp Browser has 2.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Browser and Notes for iPad's written reviews are positive against 81% of RedApp Browser's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Browser and Notes for iPad ships an update every 6 months, RedApp Browser every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Browser and Notes for iPad | RedApp Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/browser-and-notes-for-ipad/id654669905/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redapp-browser/id1409063862/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **81.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SHIGETO TAKAGI](https://appshunter.io/developer/519611619) | [Minh Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/796434996) |

## What reviewers say

### Browser and Notes for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/browser-and-notes-for-ipad/id654669905)

Combines a web browser with a text editor, allowing users to view web pages and write notes simultaneously. Ideal for research and content creation on a tablet.

**Highlights:** Integrated web browser, Up and down text editor, Simultaneous viewing, Content creation tool

**In-app purchases:** none


### RedApp Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redapp-browser/id1409063862)

This browser offers exceptional speed, robust privacy features, and extensive customization options. It includes advanced tracking protection, private browsing, and integrated tools for managing downloads, files, and notes.

**Highlights:** Fast and efficient browsing, Advanced privacy and tracking protection, Private browsing with biometric lock, Integrated download and file manager, Customizable interface and toolbars, Notes and music chart features, Widgets for quick access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip II | $24.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip III | $49.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip IV | $99.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip V | $249.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip VI | $499.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth performance
- 👍 Highly customizable
- 🔒 Robust security and privacy features
- 💡 Innovative and unique features
- 👍 Excellent for streaming and media playback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Bookmarks and downloads disappearing
- 🐛 Translation feature not working properly
- 🐛 Issues with ad-blocking and YouTube ads
- 🐛 Overwriting of shortcuts and homepage settings

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup after updates
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Bookmarks and downloads disappearing
- Translation feature not working
- Ad-blocking and YouTube ads not working

**Requested features**

- Add more gesture options (2/3 finger swiping, pinching)
- Provide more customization options (tab view, color themes, etc.)
- Implement per-website settings (zoom, etc.)
- Add a private mode that is always on
- Integrate a user-script manager


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Browser and Notes for iPad free?

Browser and Notes for iPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RedApp Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Browser and Notes for iPad or RedApp Browser?

Browser and Notes for iPad is rated higher. Browser and Notes for iPad averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while RedApp Browser averages 4.6 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do Browser and Notes for iPad or RedApp Browser have ads?

Browser and Notes for iPad shows ads; RedApp Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Browser and Notes for iPad or RedApp Browser?

Browser and Notes for iPad ships an update every 6 months, and RedApp Browser every 6 days. Most recently, Browser and Notes for iPad was updated on September 16, 2026 and RedApp Browser on October 1, 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.*