HalfMoon Browser vs Webora
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
HalfMoon Browser
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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. β 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. β’ Back / Forward / Home β’ New Tab / Tab Switch / Close Tab β’ Search / URL Input β’ Add Bookmark β’ Instantly jump to the top/bottom of the page β’ 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. β Extensive customization to create your own preferences The contents of the dial can be edited at any time from the settings. β’ Add, delete, and rearrange items β’ Swap left and right dials (switch between dominant and non-dominant hands) β’ Two operation modes (hold & release / tap switching) β’ Adjust dial size from 0.8x to 1.8x β’ Adjust haptic feedback intensity β Unprecedentedly powerful ad blocking HalfMoon's ad blocking operates with a three-layer structure. β’ Layer 1: URL filtering blocks over 200 ad-delivery domains at the communication level β’ Layer 2: CSS hiding removes ad containers from the screen β’ 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. β Other Features β’ Private Browser (Protected by Face ID / Touch ID) β’ Forced Dark Mode (Inverts white background sites to darker display) β’ Super Dark (Darks the entire screen, adjustable from 10-85%) β’ Password Save (Encrypted to Keychain on your device) β’ Site Data / Download / History Management β 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: β’ Expands the number of dial items from 6 to 12 each β’ Favorites exclusive to Private Mode β 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).
Webora
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Webora is a desktop-class web browser built for the iPhone. Most mobile browsers shrink the web into a stripped-down "mobile" version of every site. Webora does the opposite: it renders pages at their full desktop layout, then makes that layout genuinely comfortable to use on a phone. THE DESKTOP WEB, ON YOUR PHONE Webora requests and displays the real desktop version of websites, so you see the complete page the way it was designed, with every menu, column, and control intact. No more hunting for the "view desktop site" toggle or fighting cut-down mobile pages. MADE FOR ONE-HANDED USE A desktop page on a phone is only useful if it is easy to navigate. Webora gives you the tools to make it effortless: - Pinch to zoom smoothly anywhere on the page - Double-tap to instantly fit a column or article to your screen - A live page-width slider to dial in the perfect reading size - Cursor mode, an on-screen trackpad that gives you a real pointer for hover menus and precise taps on dense desktop layouts A BROWSER THAT FEELS LIKE 2026 Webora has been rebuilt from the ground up with a Liquid Glass design language: translucent layered surfaces, soft depth, fluid motion, and a calm, focused interface in both light and dark modes. Every screen, from the home page to the tab switcher, has been redesigned to feel fast, modern, and beautiful. EVERYTHING YOU EXPECT, DONE WELL - Tabs with quick switching and a clean, card-based switcher - Bookmarks and a speed-dial home screen for your favorite sites - Full browsing history with fast search - Find in page - Reader mode for distraction-free articles - Private browsing that leaves no history behind - A polished home screen with a time-aware greeting and recently visited sites PRIVACY BY DESIGN Your browsing stays on your device. Webora keeps your tabs, bookmarks, and history stored locally, not synced to a server you do not control. Built-in content blocking helps cut down on intrusive ads and trackers on the pages you visit. SUPPORTED BY ADS, NEVER INTRUSIVE Webora is supported by a small number of ads inside the app so it can keep improving. Ads appear only in the app's own surfaces, such as the home screen. They never appear on top of the web pages you are reading, and never in private browsing. WHY WEBORA If you have ever zoomed awkwardly around a mobile site looking for a feature that only exists on the desktop version, Webora is for you. It treats the web as the full, capable medium it is, and gives you the controls to enjoy all of it from your phone. Download Webora and experience the web the way it was meant to look.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Webora at none against HalfMoon Browser's 1. HalfMoon Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. HalfMoon Browser sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Webora asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | HalfMoon Browser | Webora |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | β |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 β better | 16.4 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kotaro Tominaga | Hasanain Alhamedi |
In-app purchases
HalfMoon Browser
- Pro ηγΈγ’γγγ°γ¬γΌγ$1.99
Webora
No in-app purchases









