Comparison

Ghost vs Safe Browser

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

Head to head
About

Ghost

Browse the web faster, smarter, and more privately with this all-in-one browser. It offers robust privacy tools, efficient media playback, and convenient download management for a streamlined online experience.

Highlights
  • Private browsing mode
  • Tracker protection
  • Picture-in-Picture video
  • Background video playback
  • Built-in download manager
  • Page summarization
  • Reader Mode
Features
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Ghost is a private web browser with a built-in ad blocker, Split Screen for two websites at once, Background Play and Picture-in-Picture video. SPLIT SCREEN – NEW • Open two websites side by side on iPhone and iPad • Watch a video while you search or read • Compare pages without switching tabs PRIVATE BROWSING & AD BLOCK • Incognito mode that leaves no history • Block ads, trackers and pop-ups • Cookie and cache controls, per-site settings • Privacy dashboard and safe browsing tools • Adult content filter • Shake to clear browsing history instantly VIDEO & MEDIA • Picture-in-Picture for supported videos • Background audio playback • Fullscreen video player OFFLINE & DOWNLOADS • Save web pages to read offline • Built-in download manager with progress tracking AI & PRODUCTIVITY • Ask AI about the page on your screen • Summarise, simplify and translate pages • Listen to web pages read aloud • Reader Mode, Find on Page, QR reader, quick notes FAST, CLEAN, EASY Tabs with tab search, recently closed tabs, session restore, custom homepage and home screen quick actions. Some websites limit background playback or downloads. Please respect each website's terms and local laws.

About

Safe Browser

Features
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Blazing Fast Speed Load web pages quickly and enjoy a smooth, responsive browsing experience. Privacy First Browse with confidence using built-in privacy features designed to help protect your data. Content Blocking Support Reduce distractions and enjoy a cleaner, more focused browsing experience. Multi-Language Support Use the browser in your preferred language with an intuitive and user-friendly interface. Customizable Experience Personalize your browser with bookmarks, homepage shortcuts, and flexible settings. Dark Mode Browse comfortably in low-light environments with a modern dark theme. Smart Downloads Download and manage files efficiently from a single, convenient location. Private Browsing Browse without saving history, cookies, or browsing data during your session. Bookmarks & Favorites Save and organize your favorite websites for quick and easy access. Lightweight Performance Optimized for speed and efficiency while using minimal device resources. Designed for Everyday Browsing Whether you're reading news, watching videos, shopping online, or researching information, Safe Browser provides a fast, secure, and reliable browsing experience.

Screenshots

Ghost4 screens
Safe Browser3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Safe Browser at Free against Ghost's $6.99. Safe Browser also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Ghost's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). On 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

Safe Browser is free to download; Ghost costs $6.99 up front. Ghost sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Safe Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ghost ships an update every 10 days, Safe Browser every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Ghost versus Safe Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGhostSafe Browser
Price$6.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB70 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPinki .Apexa Bambharoliya

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ghost

One-time1
  • Ghost Premium Lifetime$6.99
None

Safe Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ghost free?
Ghost costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Safe Browser free?
Safe Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ghost or Safe Browser have ads?
Safe Browser shows ads; Ghost does not.
Which is updated more often, Ghost or Safe Browser?
Ghost ships an update every 10 days, and Safe Browser every 4 months. Most recently, Ghost was updated on November 5, 2026 and Safe Browser on October 31, 2026.

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