Wisp vs Video Control for Safari
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Wisp
This app offers a completely frameless web browsing experience, removing all UI elements for maximum immersion. It's ideal for cloud gaming, kiosks, and digital signage, providing a clean, edge-to-edge display.
- Frameless browsing experience
- Optimized for cloud gaming
- iOS Game Mode integration
- Customizable gesture navigation
- Always-On mode for kiosks
- Privacy-focused design
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Wisp removes the browser "chrome" elements like address bars, toolbars, and status indicators to give you a truly frameless, immersive web experience. Turn your iPhone or iPad into a dedicated handheld console or a kiosk. While standard browsers force UI elements onto the screen, Wisp gets out of your way. It is the essential utility for cloud gamers, digital signage, and minimalists. BUILT FOR CLOUD GAMING Finally, play services like Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now, and Luna without the clutter. --- Zero UI, 100% Immersion: Reclaim your screen real estate. No white bars or buttons blocking your view—just the game. --- iOS Game Mode Support: Wisp integrates with iOS Game Mode to prioritize performance and reduce background activity for the lowest possible latency. --- Desktop-Class Quality: Automatically requests high-resolution desktop streams (1080p+) instead of limited mobile versions. --- Controller Ready: Full support for Bluetooth controllers (Xbox, PS5, Backbone, etc.) with no input interference. CUSTOMIZABLE CONTROLS Because there are no visible buttons, Wisp uses intuitive gestures that you can customize in Settings: --- Smart Gestures: Swipe to go back, long-press to access the menu, or create custom zones. --- No Accidental Exits: "Locked" browsing ensures you never accidentally swipe out of a game during an intense moment. PERFECT FOR KIOSKS & DASHBOARDS Need to display a Home Assistant dashboard, a live metric counter, or a digital menu? --- Always-On Mode: Prevents screen dimming while active. --- Clean Presentation: Display content edge-to-edge for a professional look. KEY FEATURES • Frameless Engine: Removes top and bottom system bars. • Game Mode Integration: Prioritizes frame rates and responsiveness. • Gesture Navigation: fully configurable swipes and zones. • Privacy Focused: A lightweight browser that doesn't track your data. Stop playing in a tab. Start playing in Wisp.
Video Control for Safari
Enhance your Safari video viewing with advanced playback controls. Adjust speed, loop segments, customize skips, and enable Picture-in-Picture for a more efficient and personalized experience on any HTML5 video website.
- Precision speed control (0.25x to 16x)
- A-B looping for segment repetition
- Customizable skip intervals
- Auto fullscreen on rotation
- Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
- Block autoplay
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Video Control for Safari gives you professional-grade playback controls for any HTML5 video - on any website, right inside Safari. Whether you're studying online courses, reviewing training materials, or just watching content at your own pace, Video Control puts you in charge. CORE FEATURES PRECISION SPEED CONTROL Adjust playback from 0.25x to 16x speed. Speed through slow lectures, slow down complex explanations, or find your perfect learning pace. Save hours every week. A-B LOOP MASTERY Mark any start and end point to loop a segment endlessly. Perfect for mastering difficult concepts, replaying key moments, or practicing language pronunciation until it sticks. CUSTOM SKIP INTERVALS Set your own skip duration: 5, 10, 30, 60 seconds or any custom value. Jump through content efficiently without missing what matters. AUTO FULLSCREEN ON ROTATE Simply rotate your phone - the video instantly goes fullscreen. No extra taps, no interruptions. A seamless viewing experience every time. PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PiP) Keep watching while you multitask. Float any video in a resizable window over other apps. Take notes, browse, and message without pausing. BLOCK AUTOPLAY Stop videos from playing automatically. Browse at your own pace without unexpected interruptions or noise. WHY VIDEO CONTROL? - Works on any HTML5 website: Vimeo, Twitch, Dailymotion, Udemy, Coursera, and more - Zero data collection - 100% private, works entirely on your device - Lightweight and battery-friendly - Accessible directly from Safari toolbar - Regular updates with new features PERFECT FOR Students & Learners Speed through recorded lectures. Loop difficult explanations. Skip content you've already mastered. Learn faster, retain more. Professionals & Remote Workers Review training videos efficiently. Jump to key timestamps. Control your pace without rewinding endlessly. Language Learners Loop phrases for pronunciation practice. Slow down native speakers. Repeat until you get it right. Musicians & Creatives A-B loop specific sections. Slow down complex passages. Practice at your own speed. PRIVACY FIRST No tracking. No analytics. No user accounts. No data sent anywhere. Everything runs locally on your device. HOW TO GET STARTED 1. Download Video Control for Safari 2. Go to Settings > Safari > Extensions > Enable Video Control 3. Visit any video website in Safari 4. Tap the Video Control icon in the toolbar 5. Enjoy complete playback control Works with iOS 15.0 and later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Mac (Apple Silicon). Download Video Control for Safari and watch smarter - not longer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Wisp at free against Video Control for Safari's free with in-app purchases. Video Control for Safari's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Wisp sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Video Control for Safari sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Wisp ships an update monthly, Video Control for Safari every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Wisp | Video Control for Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Tony Sundharam | Vigo Global |
Customer experience
Wisp
Video Control for Safari
In-app purchases
Wisp
- Super Res Streams$1.99
- Advanced Gesture Zones$3.99
Video Control for Safari
- Yearly Plan$2.991 Year
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