Comparison

NxN Browser vs HalfMoon Browser

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

Head to head
About

NxN Browser

Features
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An independently developed web browser app I created it because existing browsers were difficult to use. Major companies all provide browsers, but I will continue improving this app with the goal of creating an experience that cannot be found in any of them. - Gesture features  Reload, new tab, close, restore, back, and forward. Once you get used to them, they become indispensable. - Tab group feature  Every browser can manage tabs, but tab groups are not very common, are they?  You can switch between many open tabs while still viewing the web page.  There is also a tab group screen where you can view multiple tab groups at the same time, so even your tab groups can be checked at a glance. - Full-screen display  Full-screen display is available in many browsers, but this app allows detailed setting changes, such as keeping the URL bar visible. - Settings screen  Since everyone uses browsers differently, I have made it possible to adjust a wide range of detailed settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://staskeal.jp/nxn/privacy

About

HalfMoon Browser

Features
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A browser that lets you do everything with one hand. HalfMoon Browser is a lightweight web browser specifically designed for one-handed operation on iPhones. It consolidates operations such as back, search, and tab switching into a "dial" accessible from the edge of the screen, aiming for ultimate comfort by allowing you to complete browsing with just your thumb. ■ Unique dial operation for one-handed use Place your finger on the left or right edge of the screen, and a semi-circular dial will unfold. Simply slide your finger up or down and release to execute the desired function. • Back / Forward / Home • New Tab / Tab Switch / Close Tab • Search / URL Input • Add Bookmark • Instantly jump to the top/bottom of the page • Remove Ads / Share / In-page Search / Auto-scroll / Settings (submenu) Even on larger devices, there's no need to stretch your finger to the center or top of the screen. ■ Extensive customization to create your own preferences The contents of the dial can be edited at any time from the settings. • Add, delete, and rearrange items • Swap left and right dials (switch between dominant and non-dominant hands) • Two operation modes (hold & release / tap switching) • Adjust dial size from 0.8x to 1.8x • Adjust haptic feedback intensity ■ Unprecedentedly powerful ad blocking HalfMoon's ad blocking operates with a three-layer structure. • Layer 1: URL filtering blocks over 200 ad-delivery domains at the communication level • Layer 2: CSS hiding removes ad containers from the screen • Layer 3: Detection bypass (prevents "Please unblock ads" warnings and automatic ad reloads) Furthermore, ads that were not completely blocked by the filter can be manually removed with a single tap from the "Remove Ads" submenu. Hidden selectors are remembered per site, so they will be hidden from the start the next time you open the site. ■ Other Features • Private Browser (Protected by Face ID / Touch ID) • Forced Dark Mode (Inverts white background sites to darker display) • Super Dark (Darks the entire screen, adjustable from 10-85%) • Password Save (Encrypted to Keychain on your device) • Site Data / Download / History Management ■ About the Pro Version Almost all features of HalfMoon Browser are available for free. If you like it, please support us by purchasing the Pro version. The following features are unlocked with a one-time purchase: • Expands the number of dial items from 6 to 12 each • Favorites exclusive to Private Mode ■ Privacy This app does not send user browsing data to the developer's servers. History, bookmarks, and passwords are all stored on your device. We do not use analytics tools, crash report SDKs, or collect advertising IDs (IDFA).

Screenshots

NxN Browser4 screens
HalfMoon Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NxN Browser at every 4 days against HalfMoon Browser's every 2 weeks. NxN Browser also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. NxN Browser sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and HalfMoon Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NxN Browser ships an update every 4 days, HalfMoon Browser every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
NxN Browser versus HalfMoon Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNxN BrowserHalfMoon Browser
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperStaskealKotaro Tominaga

In-app purchases

1 purchases

NxN Browser

Subscriptions1
  • NxN Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
1 purchases

HalfMoon Browser

One-time1
  • Pro 版へアップグレード$1.99

Questions

Is NxN Browser free?
NxN Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HalfMoon Browser free?
HalfMoon Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NxN Browser or HalfMoon Browser have ads?
Neither NxN Browser nor HalfMoon Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NxN Browser or HalfMoon Browser?
NxN Browser ships an update every 4 days, and HalfMoon Browser every 2 weeks. Most recently, NxN Browser was updated on September 29, 2026 and HalfMoon Browser on October 9, 2026.

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