Comparison

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai vs Internet Browser ®

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

Head to head
About

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai

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
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At DuckDuckGo, we believe the best way to protect your personal information from hackers, scammers, and privacy-invasive companies is to stop it from being collected at all. That's why millions of people choose DuckDuckGo over Chrome and other browsers to search and browse online. Our built-in search engine is like Google but never tracks your searches. Our browser blocks YouTube ads, invasive web ads, and cookie pop-ups, reducing distractions and helping to stop other companies from collecting your data. While our optional integrated AI features, Search Assist and Duck.ai, are private and never use your data to train AI. Oh, and our browser is free. We make money from privacy-respecting search ads, not by exploiting your data. Take back control of your personal information with the browser designed for data protection, not data collection. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Protect Your Searches by Default: DuckDuckGo Search comes built-in, so you can easily search online without being tracked.  Shield Your Browsing History: Our 3rd-Party Tracker Loading Protection blocks most trackers before they load, greatly exceeding what most popular browsers offer by default.  Chat Privately With AI: Duck.ai lets you have private conversations with 3rd-party AI models, anonymized by us and never used to train AI. Secure Your Email (Optional): Use Email Protection to block most email trackers and hide your existing email address with @duck.com addresses.   Block Ads: Our browser blocks YouTube Ads, and stops invasive trackers from loading on sites, effectively eliminating targeted ads. Automatically Enforce Encryption: Shield your data from network and Wi-Fi snoopers by forcing many sites to use an HTTPS connection.  Escape Fingerprinting: Make it harder for companies to create a unique identifier for you by blocking attempts to combine info about your browser and device.  Sync and Back Up Securely (Optional): Sync encrypted bookmarks and passwords across your devices. Clear your tabs and browsing data in a flash with the Fire Button. Banish cookie pop-ups and automatically set your preferences to minimize cookies and maximize privacy. And many more protections not available on most browsers, even in private browsing mode, including protection from link tracking, Global Privacy Control (GPC), and more. DUCKDUCKGO SUBSCRIPTION Subscribers get • Our VPN: Secure your connection on up to 5 devices.     • Access to advanced AI Models in Duck.ai: Chat privately with AI models built for complex tasks. • Personal Information Removal: Find and remove personal info from sites that store and sell it.   • Identity Theft Restoration: If your identity is stolen, we’ll help restore it.   DuckDuckGo Subscription Pricing & Terms   Payment will be charged automatically to your Apple Account until you cancel, which you can do in app settings. You have the option to provide an email address to activate your subscription on other devices, and we will only use that email address to verify your subscription. For terms of service and privacy policy, visit https://duckduckgo.com/pro/privacy-terms Read more about our free Tracking Protections at https://help.duckduckgo.com/privacy/web-tracking-protections Privacy Policy: https://duckduckgo.com/privacy/  Terms of Service: https://duckduckgo.com/terms Note about 3rd-Party Tracker Protection and Search Ads: while there are some limitations following search ad clicks, viewing ads on DuckDuckGo search is anonymous. Learn more here https://help.duckduckgo.com/privacy/web-tracking-protections Privacy. Simplified. ™

About

Internet Browser ®

A modern, lightweight web browser focused on speed, privacy, and an ad-free experience. It offers an intuitive design with features like private browsing, smart tabs, and customizable themes for a smoother internet journey.

Highlights
  • Fast and secure browsing
  • Built-in ad blocker
  • User-friendly interface
  • Smart tab management
  • Private browsing mode
  • Customizable themes
Features
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Internet Browser is a modern and lightweight web browser designed to make your internet experience faster, smoother, and more enjoyable. Whether you're browsing for work, study, or entertainment, Internet Browser keeps you connected with its intuitive design and powerful features. Key Features: Fast and Secure Browsing: Enjoy blazing-fast page loads with advanced security to keep your data safe. Ad-Free Experience: Built-in ad blocker for uninterrupted surfing. User-Friendly Design: Clean and simple interface for effortless navigation. Smart Tabs: Manage multiple tabs with ease and switch seamlessly. Private Mode: Browse anonymously with our enhanced incognito feature. Customizable Themes: Personalize your browsing experience with stylish themes. Internet Browser is the perfect browser for anyone looking for speed, simplicity, and security in one sleek app. Download now and streamline your web experience!

Screenshots

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai4 screens
Internet Browser ®4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai at none against Internet Browser ®'s shown. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 33%) and ratings volume (2.4M vs 1.1K). Internet Browser ®'s advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Internet Browser ® sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai has 2.4M ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai's written reviews are positive against 33% of Internet Browser ®'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai ships an update weekly, Internet Browser ® every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai versus Internet Browser ®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuckDuckGo, optional Duck.aiInternet Browser ®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.4M ratings) — better4.6 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews64.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings2.4M — better1.1K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#14 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size256 MB28 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperDuckDuckGo, Inc.Lakkad Dharmesh

Customer experience

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai

All ratings2,417,546 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews3,532 reviews
Positive64.8%
Neutral8.1%
Negative27.1%

Internet Browser ®

All ratings1,043 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral5.8%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative60.0%

Bugs and requests

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Internet Browser ®

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai

Subscriptions7
  • DuckDuckGo (Plus, Monthly)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • DuckDuckGo monthly$9.991 Month
  • DuckDuckGo (Pro, Monthly)$19.991 Month
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  • DuckDuckGo (Pro, Monthly)7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • DuckDuckGo (Plus, Yearly)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • DuckDuckGo annual$99.991 Year
  • DuckDuckGo (Pro, Yearly)7 Days trial$199.991 Year
2 purchases

Internet Browser ®

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription Plan$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription Plan$12.991 Month

Questions

Is DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai free?
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Internet Browser ® free?
Internet Browser ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai or Internet Browser ®?
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai is rated higher. DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4M ratings, while Internet Browser ® averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.
Do DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai or Internet Browser ® have ads?
Internet Browser ® shows ads; DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai does not.
Which is updated more often, DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai or Internet Browser ®?
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai ships an update weekly, and Internet Browser ® every 3 weeks. Most recently, DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai was updated on November 4, 2026 and Internet Browser ® on November 4, 2026.

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