Comparison

Surf vs MediaPocket Browser

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

Head to head
About

Surf

Features
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Browse privately. Keep useful articles. Give your files a proper home. Surf combines a native iPhone and iPad browser with Reader, a file library and optional iCloud continuity. Start browsing for free, with no Surf account required. A BROWSER THAT FITS YOUR DAY • Multiple tabs and private browsing • Webpage ad and tracker blocking, with per-site exceptions • Bookmarks, folders and history search • Adjustable text size and desktop page layout • Find on page and familiar iPad keyboard shortcuts • Clear Browsing Data with confirmation before it removes history, cookies and cache READ NOW, KEEP FOR LATER Reader turns an article into a calmer page with adjustable type and light, sepia or dark appearance. Save an article from Reader to keep an offline archive, then open it from Reading List when you have no connection. Entries saved only as links still need the web. A FILE LIBRARY BUILT IN • Create folders, add colour tags and find files with search • Import, rename, move and share ordinary documents • Create and open ZIP archives • Preview supported files and export through Apple's Files app • Keep private files behind device authentication • Recover removed files from Recently Deleted • Use iCloud file-library storage on every plan when iCloud is available YOUR SIGN-INS, READY WHEN NEEDED Surf can remember a website username and password with your permission, then offer to fill it on a later visit. Manage saved entries in Settings. Storage is in the device keychain, with optional iCloud Keychain sync. SURF PRO, ACROSS YOUR APPLE DEVICES One subscription covers iPhone, iPad and Mac. Choose Monthly or Yearly for: • Bookmarks, history and Reading List kept in step through your own iCloud • Access to tabs open on your other devices • Unlimited saved articles and remembered sign-ins • More file-saving capacity and several files at once • Site settings that stay remembered The free plan remains a complete browser. Your membership page shows your current plan, price and renewal or expiry information when available. Restore Purchases and Manage Subscription are easy to reach. PRIVACY WITH CLEAR BOUNDARIES Surf includes no advertising or analytics SDK. Websites and the search engine you choose receive the requests needed to browse. Optional sync uses your own iCloud. Private tabs, cookies and form contents do not participate in browser-data sync. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel in your Apple Account settings. Introductory offers are subject to eligibility. Privacy Policy: https://mwsupplylimited.github.io/surf/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

MediaPocket Browser

A focused web browser for organizing and extracting media from web pages. It offers on-device ad blocking, video downloads, and playback controls, with features like iCloud sync and dark mode.

Highlights
  • On-device ad blocking
  • Web media organization
  • Video downloads
  • Native media playback
  • iCloud sync
  • Light/Dark mode
Features
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Get more from the images and videos you find online. Bring webpage images and videos together in one gallery, save supported videos, and browse with fewer distractions. Designed for iPhone and iPad, this browser puts web media at the center of your browsing experience. EXTRACT & ORGANIZE WEB MEDIA Find images and videos on supported webpages and view them together in a dedicated gallery. Keep page media organized by website, so you can focus on the content that interests you. SAVE SUPPORTED VIDEOS Download compatible web videos from the browser toolbar or a video card. Save the resulting file to Files or share it with another app. BROWSE WITH FEWER ADS Reduce common ads and page clutter with built-in ad blocking. Turn it on or off directly from the browser toolbar. Ad filtering runs on your device. ENJOY FOCUSED PLAYBACK Watch supported videos in the native player, with full-screen viewing, playback speed controls, and AirPlay when available. Browse images in the gallery and use arrow keys on a connected keyboard to switch images, seek through video, or adjust volume. KEEP YOUR FAVORITES CLOSE Bookmark useful pages and sync your favorites across your own devices with iCloud. Choose Light or Dark mode, or follow your system appearance. FREE FEATURES & PRO Core browsing, search, favorites, and iCloud sync are free. Eligible users can start a 3-day complimentary Pro experience without subscribing. After the complimentary experience ends, Pro features, including media extraction and video downloads, require a monthly subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. The monthly subscription includes a separate 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers and renews automatically unless canceled. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. AVAILABILITY Media extraction, downloads, playback controls, AirPlay, and ad blocking depend on the website, media format, and device. DRM-protected content is not supported. Only download content you own or have permission to save. Privacy Policy: https://gamemeister.asia/player-browser/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Surf4 screens
MediaPocket Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MediaPocket Browser at none against Surf's 2. On price, update cadence, 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. Surf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. MediaPocket Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Surf ships an update every 4 days, MediaPocket Browser every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Surf versus MediaPocket Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSurfMediaPocket Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB20 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMatthew Wonghaikuo sun

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Surf

Subscriptions2
  • Surf Pro (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Surf Pro (Yearly)$29.991 Year
None

MediaPocket Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Surf free?
Surf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MediaPocket Browser free?
MediaPocket Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Surf or MediaPocket Browser have ads?
Neither Surf nor MediaPocket Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Surf or MediaPocket Browser?
Surf ships an update every 4 days, and MediaPocket Browser every 3 days. Most recently, Surf was updated on October 3, 2026 and MediaPocket Browser on October 10, 2026.

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