Comparison

Desktop Browser Plus vs iPass Secure Auth

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

Head to head
About

Desktop Browser Plus

Experience websites in their full desktop versions on your mobile device. This utility bypasses mobile restrictions, offering a smooth and fast browsing experience. Easily switch between desktop and mobile modes with a single tap.

Highlights
  • True desktop mode rendering
  • Access full-featured websites
  • Smooth and fast browsing
  • Easy desktop/mobile mode switching
Features
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Browse the web like you're on a desktop, right from your phone. Desktop Browser forces websites to load their full PC/Mac version, bypassing mobile redirects and restrictions. Get access to features, layouts, and tools that are hidden on mobile browsers. Features: • True Desktop Mode – Every site loads as if you're on a computer • No Mobile Restrictions – Access full site features, not the stripped-down mobile version • Switch Instantly – Toggle between desktop and mobile mode with one tap • Fast & Smooth – Clean, distraction-free browsing experience • Multiple Tabs – Manage several sites at once • Custom User Agent – Browse as any browser or device Perfect for: • Accessing web apps that don't have a mobile version • Using the full version of Docs, Sheets, Teams, and other tools • Visiting sites that block or redirect mobile browsers • Getting the real desktop experience on any website Download Desktop Browser Plus and unlock the full web on your iPhone or iPad. Terms of Use: https://mydishview.com/desktop-browser-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://mydishview.com/desktop-browser-privacy.html

About

iPass Secure Auth

This app provides robust security for your online accounts. It functions as a two-factor authenticator, password manager, and private browser, all protected by military-grade encryption and biometric locks. Keep your digital life safe and accessible across all your devices.

Highlights
  • Two-Factor Authenticator (2FA)
  • Encrypted Password Manager
  • One-Tap Password Generator
  • Private In-App Browser
  • Sync Across Devices
  • Face ID & Fingerprint Lock
Features
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Stop Worrying About Account Security. iPass is your all-in-one authenticator, password manager, and private browser — built to protect your accounts, passwords, and digital identity in one secure app. Two-Factor Authenticator (2FA) Scan QR codes and generate OTP codes for Google, Facebook, Instagram, crypto wallets, and hundreds of supported services. Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) work offline, so your codes are always available when you need them. Encrypted Password Manager Store and manage your passwords securely in one encrypted vault. Keep your credentials organized and accessible only to you. Password Autofill Log in faster and more securely with built-in password autofill. iPass can automatically fill your saved usernames and passwords in supported apps and websites. Password Health Dashboard Check the security of your saved passwords at a glance. Identify weak, reused, or potentially risky passwords and know which credentials may need your attention. Password Import & Export Move your passwords easily when switching password managers or creating a backup. Import existing credentials into iPass or securely export them whenever needed. One-Tap Password Generator Create strong, unique passwords instantly. Customize password length and complexity to meet different website and app requirements. Private In-App Browser Browse securely without leaving iPass. Access your saved credentials and enjoy a smoother login experience directly from the app. Sync Across All Devices Keep your accounts and credentials synchronized across your supported Apple devices. Switch between iPhone and iPad without losing access to your important information. Face ID & Fingerprint Lock Protect your vault with biometric authentication. Your sensitive information remains secured behind Face ID, Touch ID, or your device's supported biometric protection. Why Choose iPass: • Unlimited authenticator accounts • Password Manager • Password Autofill • Password Health Dashboard • Password Import & Export • Strong Password Generator • Offline 2FA code generation • Biometric vault protection • Secure backup and synchronization • Private in-app browser • Simple and intuitive interface Your digital accounts deserve better protection. Download iPass Secure Auth today and keep your 2FA codes, passwords, and account security in one place. Privacy Policy: https://ipasssecureauth.com/privacy-policy
 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Desktop Browser Plus4 screens
iPass Secure Auth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iPass Secure Auth at 5.0 against Desktop Browser Plus's 4.0. iPass Secure Auth also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%). Desktop Browser Plus's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Desktop Browser Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and iPass Secure Auth sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iPass Secure Auth holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Desktop Browser Plus has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Desktop Browser Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of iPass Secure Auth's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Desktop Browser Plus ships an update weekly, iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 30, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Desktop Browser Plus versus iPass Secure Auth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDesktop Browser PlusiPass Secure Auth
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (11 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB114 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSoroush ChehresaBeyond Limits Cloud Services LLC

Customer experience

Desktop Browser Plus

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

iPass Secure Auth

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Desktop Browser Plus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$44.991 Year
6 purchases

iPass Secure Auth

Subscriptions5
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$7.997 Days
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$12.991 Month
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$22.491 Year
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  • IPass Secure Auth Pro3 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • iPass Secure Auth Pro1 Year trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • iPass Secure Auth Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Desktop Browser Plus free?
Desktop Browser Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iPass Secure Auth free?
iPass Secure Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Desktop Browser Plus or iPass Secure Auth?
iPass Secure Auth is rated higher. Desktop Browser Plus averages 4.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while iPass Secure Auth averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Desktop Browser Plus or iPass Secure Auth have ads?
Neither Desktop Browser Plus nor iPass Secure Auth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Desktop Browser Plus or iPass Secure Auth?
Desktop Browser Plus ships an update weekly, and iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. Most recently, Desktop Browser Plus was updated on July 30, 2026 and iPass Secure Auth on September 29, 2026.

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