# DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai vs IDNotify

The clearest difference is rating: DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai at 4.8 against IDNotify's 1.0. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai also leads on ratings volume (2.4M vs 2) and chart position (#15 vs unranked). IDNotify's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. IDNotify asks for nothing beyond the download.

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai has 2.4M ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai | IDNotify |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duckduckgo-optional-duckai/id663592361/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idnotify-safe-browser/id1583631451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4M** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 64.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 256 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DuckDuckGo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/479988139) | [CSID](https://appshunter.io/developer/1116256401) |

## What reviewers say

### DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duckduckgo-optional-duckai/id663592361)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Free · Utilities, #30 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers a private search engine and browser that blocks trackers and ads. It includes optional AI features for private conversations and email protection. A subscription unlocks a VPN, advanced AI, and personal information removal services.

**Highlights:** Private search engine, Ad and tracker blocking browser, Private AI chat, Email protection, Optional VPN, Personal information removal

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DuckDuckGo (Plus, Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| DuckDuckGo monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| DuckDuckGo (Pro, Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| DuckDuckGo (Pro, Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| DuckDuckGo (Plus, Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| DuckDuckGo annual | $99.99 | per year |
| DuckDuckGo (Pro, Yearly) | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent privacy protection
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🔥 Effective ad and tracker blocking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Slower page load times compared to other browsers
- 🔍 Inconsistent search quality compared to Google

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to set DuckDuckGo as default browser on iOS
- Refresh button hidden in menu instead of standalone

**Requested features**

- Add support for voice search
- Improve tab management and history navigation
- Introduce customizable font and theme options


### IDNotify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idnotify-safe-browser/id1583631451)

Browse the web privately and securely. This app blocks ad trackers and unwanted ads, protecting you from unsafe websites known for phishing and malware. It isolates your data from your default browser, encrypting your history and bookmarks.

**Highlights:** Private web browsing, Ad and tracker blocking, Protection from unsafe sites, Data isolation, Encrypted browsing history, Site reputation shield

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai free?

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IDNotify free?

IDNotify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai or IDNotify?

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai is rated higher. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4M ratings, while IDNotify averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai or IDNotify have ads?

Neither DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai nor IDNotify shows ads.

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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.*