Comparison

MarsBrowser vs Private Browser

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

Head to head
About

MarsBrowser

A fast and private web browser offering built-in ad and tracker blocking. It provides optional AI tools for summarizing and explaining web pages, along with flexible tab organization features like Spaces and split view.

Highlights
  • Built-in ad and tracker blocking
  • Optional AI tools for page summarization
  • Flexible tab organization with Spaces
  • Split view and multiple windows
  • Private browsing mode
  • On-device content blocking
Features
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Mars is a fast, focused browser with powerful protection, flexible tab organization, and optional AI tools built around the page you are viewing. CLEANER BROWSING Built-in blocking helps stop ads, trackers, popups, and supported video ads without an extra extension. AI BESIDE THE PAGE Optional AI tools can summarize, explain, and help with the page you are viewing. Features are used only when you invoke them and may require an eligible Mars plan. ROOM FOR EVERY MISSION Keep work, research, and play separate with Spaces. On larger screens, use split view and multiple windows to keep related pages together. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Browse without a Mars account. Content blocking runs on-device, and your browsing history is stored locally by default. MORE OF THE WEB Save downloads, use private tabs, and choose your preferred search engine. SUBSCRIPTIONS AND TERMS Some features require an optional monthly Mars subscription. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel them in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://marbrowser.com/privacy - Support URL: https://marbrowser.com/support - Marketing URL (optional): https://marbrowser.com

About

Private Browser

This browser prioritizes user privacy with features like private browsing, the ability to burn individual tabs or entire sessions, and Face ID protection. It offers a clean interface, search engine choice, and supports dark mode for a distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Private browsing mode
  • Burn individual tabs
  • Burn entire session
  • Face ID protection
  • Search engine choice
  • Clean interface
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Incog is a simple, privacy-focused browser designed to give you more control over your browsing sessions. Browse the web with a clean, distraction-free interface and quickly remove tabs and browsing data when you no longer need them. Key Features: • Private Browsing — Browse with privacy-focused session handling. • Burn Individual Tabs — Remove specific tabs and their associated browsing data. • Burn All — Quickly clear your entire browsing session. • Face ID Protection — Add an extra layer of protection when accessing your tabs. • Search Engine Choice — Choose your preferred search engine. • Clean Interface — A minimal browsing experience without unnecessary clutter. • Dark Mode — Designed to look great in both light and dark environments. Incog is built around a simple idea: your browsing session should stay under your control.

Screenshots

MarsBrowser4 screens
Private Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MarsBrowser at 4.9 against Private Browser's 3.8. MarsBrowser also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). Private Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, 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. MarsBrowser sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Private Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MarsBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MarsBrowser ships an update every 2 days, Private Browser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MarsBrowser versus Private Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarsBrowserPrivate Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (8 ratings) — better3.8 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size227 MB3 MB
Age rating17++17
DeveloperKeyDataAIBeijing Danbao Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

MarsBrowser

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Private Browser

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MarsBrowser

Subscriptions2
  • Basic$0.991 Month
  • Mars Live$19.991 Month
None

Private Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MarsBrowser free?
MarsBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MarsBrowser or Private Browser?
MarsBrowser is rated higher. MarsBrowser averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.
Do MarsBrowser or Private Browser have ads?
Neither MarsBrowser nor Private Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MarsBrowser or Private Browser?
MarsBrowser ships an update every 2 days, and Private Browser every 10 days. Most recently, MarsBrowser was updated on November 13, 2026 and Private Browser on November 6, 2026.

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