Comparison

Lockly Incognito Browser vs SHX Browser

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

Head to head
About

Lockly Incognito Browser

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Browse Secure. Store Private. One private browser. One secure vault. Complete control. Lockly is a powerful private browser and file vault designed for real digital privacy. Browse securely, block trackers, hide downloads, and store sensitive media β€” all in one protected place. No extra apps. No data leaks. Just privacy. PRIVATE BROWSING β€’ Private browser with built-in ad blocker β€’ Block ads and tracker scripts automatically β€’ Reduce cross-site tracking β€’ Anonymous and secure surfing experience β€’ Keep your activity private FILE VAULT β€’ Store downloads and media inside Lockly β€’ Keep private files out of your photo gallery β€’ Access hidden downloads only when you choose β€’ Secure file storage on your device β€’ Designed for sensitive documents and media FACE ID PROTECTION β€’ Lock your vault with Face ID β€’ Protect private files and media β€’ Prevent unauthorized access β€’ Only you can unlock your secure space SMART MEDIA PRIVACY β€’ Detect screen recording or screen mirroring β€’ Protect sensitive media when capture is active β€’ Instantly close private content when needed β€’ Built for real-world privacy situations ARCHIVE & MEDIA SUPPORT β€’ Open ZIP, RAR, and 7Z files β€’ Preview images and play videos privately β€’ Secure media viewing experience β€’ No need for extra archive or file apps PANIC & DECOY MODE β€’ Instantly switch to a safe decoy screen β€’ Hide private content in seconds β€’ Stay protected in unexpected moments β€’ Privacy when it matters most PRIVACY FIRST β€’ Files stay on your device β€’ No account required β€’ No data selling β€’ Designed for true digital privacy WHY USE LOCKLY? β€’ Because privacy should be simple. β€’ Because your downloads don’t belong in your gallery. β€’ Because secure browsing should be effortless. β€’ Because sometimes you need a second screen β€” instantly. β€’ Because not everything is meant to be shared. Lockly is built for users who want a private browser and secure vault without complexity. AUTO-RENEWABLE SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Lockly Premium offers the following auto-renewing subscriptions: β€’ Weekly Subscription – $1.99 per week (3-day free trial if applicable) β€’ Monthly Subscription – $4.99 per month β€’ Yearly Subscription – $39.99 per year Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://meseyhan93.github.io/locklybrowser-legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://meseyhan93.github.io/locklybrowser-legal/privacy

About

SHX Browser

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SHX Browser is a privacy-focused web browser for iPhone and iPad with built-in support for Bluetooth and local network connectivity. Standard mobile browsers don't expose Bluetooth or local network APIs to web pages. SHX Browser does. Built for users who interact with connected hardware through web-based interfaces. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Browse any website with a fast, clean, ad-free experience - Connect to Bluetooth Low Energy devices directly from web pages - Discover and communicate with devices on your local WiFi network - Use modern web standards including Web Bluetooth and mDNS KEY FEATURES Web Bluetooth Support Pair, connect, and communicate with BLE hardware directly from any compatible web page. Full Web Bluetooth API support. Local Network Access Discover devices on your local network. mDNS, local socket connections, and standard web protocols all supported. Privacy First No tracking pixels. No advertising identifiers. No browsing history sold or shared. Anonymous diagnostic data only, with full opt-out in settings. Standard Web Browsing A full-featured browser for any website. Tabs, bookmarks, search, and a clean reading experience on iPhone and iPad. WHO SHX BROWSER IS FOR - Users connecting to hardware devices through web-based control panels - Developers testing Web Bluetooth and local network features on iOS - Anyone who wants a privacy-respecting browser with extended hardware support

Screenshots

Lockly Incognito Browser4 screens
SHX Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SHX Browser at none against Lockly Incognito Browser's 3. SHX Browser also leads on iOS requirement (14.3 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Lockly Incognito Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. SHX Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Lockly Incognito Browser versus SHX Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockly Incognito BrowserSHX Browser
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.614.3 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size27 MB8 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMelih SeyhanSHX Corporation

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lockly Incognito Browser

Subscriptions3
  • Lockly Pro Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Lockly Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Lockly Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
None

SHX Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lockly Incognito Browser free?
Lockly Incognito Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SHX Browser free?
SHX Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lockly Incognito Browser or SHX Browser have ads?
Neither Lockly Incognito Browser nor SHX Browser shows ads.

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