Umbric vs Visual Detox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Umbric
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Website data does not carry over between sessions β and the moment someone might look, the whole screen hides. β’ Reduces ads and trackers with network rules and on-page cleanup β’ Cookies, cache, and web storage do not persist between sessions; history stays on your device β’ The moment you switch away, the screen auto-camouflages β’ One-tap wipe clears the categories you choose There are moments you'd rather not show your screen to anyone. A stranger's glance on a packed train, someone walking behind you in a cafΓ©, the seconds your phone sits unattended, a brief hand-off to someone else. In those moments, leaving no trace and showing nothing matter. Umbric leaves no trace and shows nothing β an iOS browser that keeps cookies, cache, and web storage out of persistent storage, blocks ads and trackers, and auto-camouflages its screen when moved to the background. Key features - Non-persistent storage for cookies, cache, and web storage (wiped between sessions) - Browsing history stays on-device only, never sent externally β wipe it with one tap - Private Mode: Face ID-protected, separate space for bookmarks and history - Two-layer ad & tracker blocking (network rules + DOM-level removal) - Stops pop-ups and ads that open new tabs on their own - Fingerprinting protection (Canvas / WebGL / AudioContext / Navigator) - HTTPS enforcement, JavaScript dialog blocking, camera / mic access denied - One-tap wipe: clear history, cookies, cache, and more by category - Focus Filter integration: switches into Private Mode automatically - Recently closed tabs, in-page search, reader mode, video download About the name "Umbric" combines Umbra (Latin for shadow) with the idea of a deft, well-considered move. Sit beside you without taking up space, slip out of sight the moment a glance comes near β your privacy, kept by your own hand. Leaving no trace isn't about deceiving anyone. It's about taking care of your own privacy. No trace. Nothing shown. β Umbric.
Visual Detox
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Visual Detox is your personal vibe filter for the internet. Take control of your browsing experience and bring calm back to the web. Whether itβs political figures, spiders, clowns, or any other images that trigger stress, Visual Detox replaces them with something soothing - kittens, puppies, ducklings, ponies, or relaxing landscapes. β’ Fully customizable - add your own keywords and pick your favorite replacements β’ Works across the web - on news sites, blogs, and social media β’ Choose your vibe - cute animals, calming nature, or playful ponies β’ Dark mode ready - looks great day or night β’ Mask related text - keep distracting or stressful names out of sight Perfect for anyone managing stress, avoiding phobias, or simply wanting a cleaner, happier feed. Reclaim your peace of mind, one pixel at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Umbric at daily against Visual Detox's every 3 days. Visual Detox's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Umbric sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Visual Detox sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Umbric ships an update daily, Visual Detox every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Umbric | Visual Detox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily β better | Every 3 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 12 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masashi Hasegawa | Craig Willis |
In-app purchases
Umbric
- Umbric Pro$6.99
Visual Detox
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$1.99
- Large Tip$4.99









