Comparison

Surge Browser vs Secure Proxy

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

Head to head
About

Surge Browser

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People capitalize tech companies with their online activity. We at User Cooperative believe it’s time for a tech company to return all its value to its users in proportion to their use, and that’s what we do. User Cooperative is a 100% user-owned and -governed tech company, and by extension, all tech we build belongs to our users. We therefore consider ourselves the people’s tech company. Our mission is as bold as we are unique, and that’s to put all meaningful tech power and profits into the people’s hands. We start with Surge, a web browser. State-of-the-art in its design. Revolutionary in how it counts your activity so we can share our profits with you. When you create an account on Surge, you become a User Cooperative owner. While you're signed in, Surge counts the sites you visit, which you can see in-browser, and that count is how we share our profits with you. Indeed, each click builds your equity in User Cooperative, and the value of your browsing activity flows back to you as patronage dividends, the way cooperatives have shared their profits for centuries. Not interested in equity for your clicks? You can browse without signing in or go incognito, and Surge won’t count your activity. SURGE HIGHLIGHTS - Equity page to view your stake in User Cooperative - Import tool so you can bring your data from Safari and Chrome and get equity for it - Search engine selector so you can ditch the default - Tab switcher for easy toggling; tabs and their history survive restart - Autofill for your passwords, addresses, and IDs that only live on your device and are secured by Face ID - Bookmarks and Reading List - On-device page translation and voice search - No analytics and no third-party trackers in the app - Delete your browsing data or your whole account at any time right in the app - Incognito mode - Dark mode

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Secure Proxy

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Access the web freely and securely with Private Browser — a fast, private browsing app that combines proxy connection, tab management, bookmarks, downloads, and full data control in one place. Your smartphone is your access point to the entire internet — keep it private and easy to manage. Private Browser helps you open websites in both regular and private modes, switch between tabs instantly, save bookmarks, review browsing history, and clear data in seconds. Why Private Browser Stands Out Private Browser is designed for performance and privacy. It provides seamless proxy switching, intelligent search suggestions, tab management, and complete browser cleaning — all optimized for speed and security. Main Features • Proxy Connection and IP Status: choose from proxy servers worldwide, view your current IP status (Visible / Active through Proxy). • Tabs and Incognito Mode: open multiple regular or private tabs, save sessions with SwiftData, switch instantly between them. • Bookmarks: add, delete, and manage bookmarks from the browser bar or the dedicated Bookmarks screen. • History: view and search web history by date or title; clear specific records or all data with one tap. • Downloads: support for file downloading, status banners for success, failure, and retry actions. • Clear Data: clear history, cache, cookies, and active tabs individually or together. • Privacy and Security Layer: DNS requests through proxies and privacy reports for safer browsing. • Ad Block: block ads and tracking scripts for a smooth and distraction‑free experience. Stay in Control With Private Browser you can open blocked websites, change proxy locations, and browse without leaving traces. Every feature is built to enhance your privacy while keeping surfing fast and simple. Subscription and Pricing Unlock all premium tools with Private Browser Premium for extended privacy and control: - Proxy location selection and advanced IP privacy layer - Ad Blocker for ad‑free browsing - Full access to Privacy and Security Layer reports - Enhanced proxy speed and global server availability Plans available: • $9.99 USD per week (7‑day period) • $99.99 USD per year (12‑month period) • Includes a 3‑day free trial Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto‑renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your plan any time in your App Store account settings. Prices may vary by region. Privacy and Terms Your trust and safety are our priority. Privacy Policy: https://privatebrowser.viretonecoreapltd.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://privatebrowser.viretonecoreapltd.org/terms With Private Browser, you’re not just browsing — you’re taking control of your internet freedom.

Screenshots

Surge Browser4 screens
Secure Proxy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Surge Browser at none against Secure Proxy's 4. Surge Browser also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Secure Proxy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Surge Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Surge Browser ships an update weekly, Secure Proxy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Surge Browser versus Secure Proxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSurge BrowserSecure Proxy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB35 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperUser CooperativeViretone Core AP Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Surge Browser

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Secure Proxy

Subscriptions4
  • Full access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Full access$9.997 Days
  • Full access3 Days trial$99.991 Year
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  • Full access$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Surge Browser free?
Surge Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Secure Proxy free?
Secure Proxy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Surge Browser or Secure Proxy have ads?
Neither Surge Browser nor Secure Proxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Surge Browser or Secure Proxy?
Surge Browser ships an update weekly, and Secure Proxy every 2 weeks. Most recently, Surge Browser was updated on October 31, 2026 and Secure Proxy on October 25, 2026.

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