Comparison

Candy Box App vs Shortcuts Browser

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

Head to head
About

Candy Box App

This app provides a streamlined way to access your most used applications and specific functions within them. It organizes apps into folders, allowing instant access to desired features with just two taps, minimizing distractions and saving time.

Highlights
  • Organize apps into 15 folders
  • 14 shortcuts per folder
  • Instant access with two taps
  • Action Button integration
  • Skip distractions
  • Prioritizes Productivity, Communication, Utility apps
Features
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Think of Candy Box as a teleportation machine for your iPhone. It's a no-distraction system that helps you navigate your phone with intention. HOW IT WORKS: It consists of 15 Folders you can assign apps to. Each folder opens to show you 14 shortcuts when tapped. By doing this, you can get to places within those apps instantly, with just two taps. HOW TO USE IT: You open Candy Box with the Action Button from anywhere on your iPhone. 1 - You tap an App Folder. 2 - Then you tap a Shortcut within the folder to open the App. Available Apps: Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Whatsapp, Google Maps, Gmail, Chrome Browser, Arc Browser, Uber, Uber Eats, Lyft, Pinterest, Snapchat, Temu, X, Threads, TikTok, Douyin, Bilibili, CashApp, Venmo, Amazon, Weibo, Kwai, Things 3, Todoist, Yelp, Slack and so much more. Some iPhone apps like Messages, Safari, FaceTime, Fitness, Maps, Apple Music, Find My, Mail, and more. Why Candy Box? * It puts your favorite things and people within reach. * It helps you skip distractions and gets to what matters. Free Trial: Enjoy a 7-day free trial to see if Candy Box is right for you. Subscriptions: * Standard: 1 Grid, 15 Apps = 210 Shortcuts * Plus: 3 Grids, 45 Apps = 630 Shortcuts * Max: 3 Grids, 45 Apps = 630 Shortcuts + Full Access to Upcoming iPad, Mac, & Watch Apps. Our Promise: We're committed to creating an intuitive and delightful experience and will be constantly update apps in our Featured List. With nearly 2 million iPhone apps available, we prioritize those in Productivity, Communication, Utility, Commerce, Music + Video, Photography, and Social. OUR SUPPORT PAGE: https://candyboxapp.com/help/ OUR PRIVACY POLICY: https://candyboxapp.com/privacy/

About

Shortcuts Browser

Instantly access your favorite websites with one tap from your home screen. This app creates custom shortcuts that open any URL in full-screen Safari, streamlining your browsing and enhancing productivity. Enjoy a clean interface and local data storage for privacy.

Highlights
  • One-tap website access
  • Full-screen Safari browsing
  • iOS Shortcuts integration
  • Smart history tracking
  • Local data storage
  • Interactive setup guide
Features
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Transform your browsing experience with lightning-fast one-tap website access! Shortcuts Browser revolutionizes how you access your favorite websites by integrating seamlessly with iOS Shortcuts. Create home screen shortcuts that instantly open any website in full-screen Safari with just one tap - no more navigating through browsers! Key Features: • Lightning Fast Access - Open websites instantly from home screen shortcuts • Full-Screen Safari - Secure browsing with Safari's full-screen presentation • Modern iOS Integration - Built with iOS 16+ App Intents framework • Smart History - Track and revisit your browsing history easily • Beautiful Interface - Polished UI with gradient backgrounds and smooth animations • Privacy Focused - All data stored locally on your device • Interactive Guide - Step-by-step tutorial for creating perfect shortcuts How It Works: 1. Open Shortcuts Browser and follow the beautiful interactive guide 2. Create shortcuts using the iOS Shortcuts app with two simple actions 3. Add your shortcut to the home screen with a custom icon 4. Tap once for instant website access in full-screen Safari! Perfect for: • Quick access to frequently used websites (news, social, work tools) • Productivity and workflow automation enthusiasts • Users who want streamlined browsing without app switching • Creating personalized web launcher experiences Privacy & Security: Your browsing history and shortcuts are stored locally on your device. We implement comprehensive privacy protection and give you full control over your data with our transparent privacy policy. Transform your iPhone into a personalized web launcher. Download Shortcuts Browser today and experience the fastest, most elegant way to access your favorite websites!

Screenshots

Candy Box App4 screens
Shortcuts Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Candy Box App at 5.0 against Shortcuts Browser's 1.0. Candy Box App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Shortcuts Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, device support 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. Candy Box App sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Shortcuts Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Candy Box App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Candy Box App ships an update every 6 weeks, Shortcuts Browser every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Candy Box App versus Shortcuts Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCandy Box AppShortcuts Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB7 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCandy Box LLCKeisuke Karijuku

Customer experience

Candy Box App

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Shortcuts Browser

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Candy Box App

Subscriptions8
  • STANDARD7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • PLUS7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • MAX7 Days trial$14.991 Month
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  • FAMILY MAX7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • STANDARD7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • PLUS7 Days trial$84.991 Year
  • MAX7 Days trial$107.991 Year
  • FAMILY MAX7 Days trial$125.991 Year
None

Shortcuts Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Candy Box App free?
Candy Box App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shortcuts Browser free?
Shortcuts Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Candy Box App or Shortcuts Browser?
Candy Box App is rated higher. Candy Box App averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Shortcuts Browser averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Candy Box App or Shortcuts Browser have ads?
Shortcuts Browser shows ads; Candy Box App does not.
Which is updated more often, Candy Box App or Shortcuts Browser?
Candy Box App ships an update every 6 weeks, and Shortcuts Browser every 6 days. Most recently, Candy Box App was updated on June 4, 2026 and Shortcuts Browser on August 16, 2026.

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