Comparison

Notepad with Browser vs mrBrowser

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

Head to head
About

Notepad with Browser

Features
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Sprout is a powerful note-taking app that seamlessly combines web research and writing. Its clean, refined UI is packed with features for writing, helping your ideas grow from Seed to Sprout. [Key Features] ◆ Built-in browser that connects research and writing Research without switching apps and take notes instantly. From discovery to writing, everything happens in one app. ◆ Simple yet powerful editor Supports character count, find & replace, Undo/Redo, and more—from everyday notes to serious writing. ◆ Reminder notifications Set reminders per note for task management and idea follow-ups. ◆ Multi-device support and iCloud sync Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. iCloud sync is available on iPhone. iCloud sync on iPad/Mac is available with Sprout Pro. ◆ Widget support Quickly access pinned and recent notes from Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets. ◆ Customize your experience Supports Dark Mode, accent color changes, and font size adjustments for a comfortable writing environment. ◆ Standard file format Notes are saved as .md (Markdown), offering great compatibility with other apps and direct access from the Files app. ◆ Privacy-focused Your note content is never collected or viewed by the developer. Data is stored only on your device and in iCloud. [Sprout Pro] Enjoy more with Sprout Pro, a premium plan available with a one-time purchase. • iCloud sync on iPad/Mac • Unlimited favorites • Advanced reference preview (write while viewing photos/PDFs) • App lock with Face ID / Passcode Features and availability may vary based on in-app display. --- Organize your thoughts and grow your ideas with Sprout.

About

mrBrowser

Experience unparalleled browsing with a unique dual-screen layout and intuitive one-handed controls. Enjoy immersive VR video playback and a minimalist interface designed for focused content consumption. Enhanced privacy features ensure a secure and seamless online experience.

Highlights
  • One-handed operation
  • Dual-screen browsing
  • Seamless screen ratio adjustment
  • Minimalist UI
  • VR video playback
  • FaceID lock
Features
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【主な機能と特徴】 ・片手で完結する極上の操作感 スマートフォンの大画面化に伴う「指が届かない」ストレスをゼロに。 右端から左へのスワイプで「戻る」、右側に配置された独立ボタンで「進む」。手の小さな方でも、右手親指ひとつですべての操作が完結します。 設定画面から「左利きモード」への切り替えもワンタップで可能。すべてのユーザーに寄り添う設計です。 ・快適な上下2画面ブラウジング 画面を上下に分割し、同時に2つのWebサイトを閲覧可能! 「動画を見ながらSNSをチェック」「攻略サイトを見ながらゲーム」「翻訳しながら海外ニュースを読む」など、使い方は無限大。 画面中央のバーをスワイプするだけで表示面積の割合をシームレスに変更でき、上下画面の入れ替えもスムーズに行えます。 ・没入感を高めるミニマルUI Webコンテンツの閲覧を邪魔しない、徹底してシンプルで洗練されたインターフェース。 各種メニューは半透明の小窓(フローティング)で表示され、必要最小限のスペースしか占有しません。背景に溶け込む美しいデザインで、ブラウジングそのものに集中できます。 ・ 迫力のVR動画再生モード Web上の左右に分割されたVR動画を、スマートフォンの画面一つで迫力あるVR体験へと変換! ジャイロセンサーに完全対応しており、スマートフォンを傾けるだけで360度見回すことが可能。複雑な設定なしで、より直感的で没入感のあるVR世界を楽しめます。 ・プライバシー保護 FaceIDロックに対応。 【こんな方におすすめ!】 スマホが大きくて片手でブラウザを操作しにくいと感じている方 動画視聴とネットサーフィンを同時に楽しみたい方(ながら見) シンプルで無駄のない洗練されたアプリが好きな方 Web上のVRコンテンツを手軽に、かつ本格的に楽しみたい方 今すぐ「mrBrowser」をダウンロードして、これまでにない快適なブラウジングを体験してください!

Screenshots

Notepad with Browser4 screens
mrBrowser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: mrBrowser at none against Notepad with Browser's 1. Notepad with Browser's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.2). On price, ads 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. Notepad with Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. mrBrowser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notepad with Browser ships an update every 6 days, mrBrowser every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Notepad with Browser versus mrBrowser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotepad with BrowsermrBrowser
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB9 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developeryuma arakiJUNPEI YOSHINO

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Notepad with Browser

One-time1
  • Sprout Pro (Lifetime)$9.99
None

mrBrowser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notepad with Browser free?
Notepad with Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is mrBrowser free?
mrBrowser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notepad with Browser or mrBrowser have ads?
Neither Notepad with Browser nor mrBrowser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notepad with Browser or mrBrowser?
Notepad with Browser ships an update every 6 days, and mrBrowser every 3 weeks. Most recently, Notepad with Browser was updated on September 22, 2026 and mrBrowser on September 21, 2026.

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