# Side Browser vs Nova

Side Browser and Nova both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Nova's written reviews are positive against 50% of Side Browser's. Nova also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). Side Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Side Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Nova sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Side Browser against 4.9 for Nova. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nova has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Side Browser's written reviews are positive against 100% of Nova's.

Side Browser ships an update every 4 days, Nova every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Side Browser | Nova |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/side-browser-content-hub/id6756518809/reviews)** | [4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-adblock-video-browser/id6762100998/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Seiya.k](https://appshunter.io/developer/383021944) | [ANAS BOUKETIR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865033580) |

## What reviewers say

### Side Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/side-browser-content-hub/id6756518809)

Organize your favorite websites and browse them with fewer distractions. Save links with visual previews and group them into custom collections. Features split-screen browsing and app lock for privacy.

**Highlights:** Organize daily content in one place, Browse with reduced ads and clutter, Visual bookmarks with screenshots, Collections for custom organization, Split View browsing for multitasking, App Lock for privacy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Side Browser Pro（月額） | $0.99 | per month |
| Side Browser Pro(yearly） | $9.99 | per year |
| Side Browser Pro (Lifetime) | $11.99 | one-time |


### Nova

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-adblock-video-browser/id6762100998)

This browser offers a fast, private, and visually appealing web experience. It features built-in ad blocking, tracker protection, and app lock for enhanced security. Customize your browsing with dark mode and dynamic themes.

**Highlights:** Built-in Ad Blocker & Tracker Protection, PIN Lock for Browser Security, True Dark Mode & Custom Themes, Smart Download Manager, Voice Search & Custom Search Engines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Side Browser free?

Side Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Nova free?

Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Side Browser or Nova?

Side Browser is rated higher. Side Browser averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Nova averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do Side Browser or Nova have ads?

Nova shows ads; Side Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Side Browser or Nova?

Side Browser ships an update every 4 days, and Nova every 2 months. Most recently, Side Browser was updated on September 21, 2026 and Nova on September 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*