Comparison

Permission Browser vs GlassBrowser

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

Head to head
About

Permission Browser

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Permission is a family browser built to give parents clarity and control over how their children explore the web. Instead of handing a child an unrestricted browser, Permission creates a structured browsing environment where parents decide what’s allowed and how long it can be used. With Permission, parents can: • Approve specific websites through a whitelist • Block unwanted content before it loads • Set daily browsing time limits • See clear insights into browsing activity within the Permission platform • Help children understand why a page was blocked Every page is checked against parent-defined rules before it renders. If something isn’t allowed, the child sees a simple explanation — creating consistency instead of confusion. Browsing activity inside the Permission browser powers insights across the Permission platform, helping parents understand patterns and guide healthier digital habits. Permission is designed to balance independence and oversight — giving kids a usable browser experience while giving parents meaningful visibility and control. No ads. No unnecessary tracking. Just structured browsing and insights built for families.

About

GlassBrowser

Organize your favorite websites into live canvases for quick access. Switch to a full-screen browsing experience with Focus Mode. Designed for Apple devices, it offers enhanced privacy and a beautiful, distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Live Canvas for website organization
  • Focus Mode for full-screen browsing
  • Enhanced private browsing
  • Apple-first design
  • Flexible workspaces
  • Native iPhone and iPad experience
Features
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GlassBrowser is a modern browser built around live website canvases. Instead of managing endless tabs, organize your favorite websites in a single workspace and switch instantly into Focus Mode whenever you want a traditional full-screen browsing experience. Watch videos, monitor dashboards, browse the web, and stay productive with a browser designed specifically for Apple devices. Fast. Private. Beautiful. FEATURES • Live Canvas Arrange multiple websites in one elegant workspace. • Focus Mode Expand any website into a full browsing experience with a single tap. • Private Browsing Browse with enhanced privacy and support for reduced tracking. • Beautiful Apple-First Design Crafted for iPhone and iPad with smooth animations, dark mode support, and a clean, distraction-free interface. • Flexible Workspaces Create layouts that fit the way you browse, work, and organize information. • Built for Apple Devices Designed specifically for iPhone and iPad with a native experience throughout. GLASSBROWSER PRO Unlock additional windows, saved layouts, advanced customization, and future premium capabilities with a one-time upgrade.

Screenshots

Permission Browser4 screens
GlassBrowser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Permission Browser at none against GlassBrowser's 1. Permission Browser also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.4). GlassBrowser's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GlassBrowser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Permission Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Permission Browser ships an update fortnightly, GlassBrowser monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Permission Browser versus GlassBrowser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPermission BrowserGlassBrowser
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPermission.io Inc.Vincent Galeano

In-app purchases

None

Permission Browser

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GlassBrowser

One-time1
  • GlassBrowser Pro$9.99

Questions

Is Permission Browser free?
Permission Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlassBrowser free?
GlassBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Permission Browser or GlassBrowser have ads?
Neither Permission Browser nor GlassBrowser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Permission Browser or GlassBrowser?
Permission Browser ships an update fortnightly, and GlassBrowser monthly. Most recently, Permission Browser was updated on October 11, 2026 and GlassBrowser on October 17, 2026.

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