# VanBrowser vs X Browser

The clearest difference is rating: VanBrowser at 5.0 against X Browser's 4.0. VanBrowser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). X Browser's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VanBrowser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and X Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VanBrowser holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 6 respectively.

VanBrowser ships an update every 3 days, X Browser every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VanBrowser | X Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanbrowser-private-browser/id6775986438/reviews)** | [4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-browser-private-secure-web/id6779554501/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Vertolini](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802404097) | [Pankaj Bhil](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830967149) |

## What reviewers say

### VanBrowser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanbrowser-private-browser/id6775986438)

A fast, private web browser designed for Apple devices. It prioritizes user control and transparency by avoiding AI features and data collection. Offers advanced tools for inspecting web activity and managing online identities.

**Highlights:** No AI features, Advanced web inspection tools, Persona-based identity separation, Tracker and ad blocking, Local data storage, Optional iCloud sync, Native Apple device design

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VanBrowser (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| VanBrowser Pro (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $6.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $12.99 | one-time |
| VanBrowser Pro (Lifetime) | $49.99 | one-time |


### X Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-browser-private-secure-web/id6779554501)

A fast, private web browser that blocks trackers and ads by default. It offers private browsing modes, media playback features like Picture-in-Picture and AirPlay, and a streamlined download manager. Your browsing data remains on your device.

**Highlights:** Always-on tracker and ad blocking, Private browsing mode with per-tab isolation, Picture-in-Picture for HTML5 videos, AirPlay support for Apple TV, Streamlined downloads with pause/resume, Customizable new tab page, On-device data storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| X Browser Pro - Private Web Browser | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| X Browser Pro - Private Web Browser | $2.99 | per month |
| X Browser Pro - Private Web Browser | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VanBrowser free?

VanBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is X Browser free?

X Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VanBrowser or X Browser?

VanBrowser is rated higher. VanBrowser averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while X Browser averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do VanBrowser or X Browser have ads?

X Browser shows ads; VanBrowser does not.

### Which is updated more often, VanBrowser or X Browser?

VanBrowser ships an update every 3 days, and X Browser every 2 weeks. Most recently, VanBrowser was updated on October 17, 2026 and X Browser on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*