Comparison

Shortcuts Browser vs Bounce Browser

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

Head to head
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!

About

Bounce Browser

Automatically open web links in your preferred browser based on custom rules. Set up keyword or domain-based redirects to streamline your browsing experience across multiple applications.

Highlights
  • Create unlimited rules
  • Redirect from any app via Share Sheet
  • Detects installed browsers
  • No account required
  • No tracking
  • No ads
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Bounce - Smart Browser Redirector Take control of your links. Create rules to automatically open URLs in your preferred browser. How it works Set up rules based on keywords or domains. Share a link, tap Bounce, and it opens in the right browser instantly. Examples: • "github" → Firefox • "google" → Chrome • "twitter.com" → Brave Supported browsers: Aloha, Brave, Chrome, DuckDuckGo, Edge, Firefox, Firefox Focus, Opera GX, Safari, Yandex Features: • Unlimited rules • Works from any app via Share Sheet • Detects installed browsers • No account, no tracking, no ads Share. Tap. Browse.

Screenshots

Shortcuts Browser4 screens
Bounce Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bounce Browser at none against Shortcuts Browser's shown. Bounce Browser also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Shortcuts Browser's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shortcuts Browser ships an update every 6 days, Bounce Browser every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Shortcuts Browser versus Bounce Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShortcuts BrowserBounce Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB1 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKeisuke KarijukuAurelien DELRUE

Customer experience

Shortcuts Browser

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

Bounce Browser

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Shortcuts Browser

No in-app purchases

None

Bounce Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shortcuts Browser free?
Shortcuts Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bounce Browser free?
Bounce Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shortcuts Browser or Bounce Browser have ads?
Shortcuts Browser shows ads; Bounce Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, Shortcuts Browser or Bounce Browser?
Shortcuts Browser ships an update every 6 days, and Bounce Browser every 3 weeks. Most recently, Shortcuts Browser was updated on August 16, 2026 and Bounce Browser on September 16, 2026.

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