Comparison

Blank Browser vs Private Browser

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

Head to head
About

Blank Browser

A modern web browser focused on speed, privacy, and user control. Offers standard and private browsing modes, robust content blocking, and detailed website insights. Securely manages passwords with optional PIN protection.

Highlights
  • Private and standard browsing modes
  • Built-in content blocker (ads, trackers)
  • Customizable blocklists and whitelists
  • Detailed website information viewer
  • Secure password manager
  • Per-site permissions
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The web should work for you. Blank Browser is a modern web browser built for people who value speed, privacy, and control without sacrificing the browsing experience they expect. Whether you’re reading the news, shopping online, researching a topic, or managing your daily workflow, Blank Browser gives you the tools to browse the way you want. Choose between Standard Browsing and Private Browsing at any time. Standard Browsing saves your history, cookies, passwords, and website preferences for a familiar experience. Private Browsing uses an isolated browsing session that leaves no lasting website data behind when you’re finished. Switching between modes is quick and seamless. Take control of online distractions with a powerful built-in content blocker. Block ads, trackers, unwanted domains, and other web content to create a cleaner browsing experience. Import public filter lists, create your own blocklists and whitelists, build wildcard or regular expression rules, and customize exactly how websites behave. Your browsing experience is yours to control. Blank Browser also helps you better understand the websites you visit. View detailed page information including SSL certificate details, cookies, downloads, permissions, connection information, observed technologies, and other useful insights. Everything is presented in a clear and accessible way, making advanced information available without requiring technical expertise. Your passwords remain protected with the built-in Password Manager. Credentials are securely stored using Apple’s Keychain, with an optional PIN available for an additional layer of protection before viewing or editing saved logins. Additional features include: • Built-in ad and tracker blocking • Custom blocklists and whitelists • Import public filter lists • Regular expression and wildcard filtering • Per-site permissions • Popup blocking • Mobile and desktop website switching • Download manager • Favorites manager • Detailed page information • Browsing statistics • Modern tab management • Password Manager with optional PIN protection • Support for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Unlike many browsers, Blank Browser does not require you to create an account before you can browse the web. There are no mandatory sign-ins or unnecessary barriers between you and the internet. Blank Browser is actively developed with regular updates focused on website compatibility, browsing performance, stability, privacy improvements, and new features. Every update is designed to make browsing faster, more reliable, and more enjoyable while keeping you in control of your experience.

About

Private Browser

This browser prioritizes user privacy with features like private browsing, the ability to burn individual tabs or entire sessions, and Face ID protection. It offers a clean interface, search engine choice, and supports dark mode for a distraction-free experience.

Highlights
  • Private browsing mode
  • Burn individual tabs
  • Burn entire session
  • Face ID protection
  • Search engine choice
  • Clean interface
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Incog is a simple, privacy-focused browser designed to give you more control over your browsing sessions. Browse the web with a clean, distraction-free interface and quickly remove tabs and browsing data when you no longer need them. Key Features: • Private Browsing — Browse with privacy-focused session handling. • Burn Individual Tabs — Remove specific tabs and their associated browsing data. • Burn All — Quickly clear your entire browsing session. • Face ID Protection — Add an extra layer of protection when accessing your tabs. • Search Engine Choice — Choose your preferred search engine. • Clean Interface — A minimal browsing experience without unnecessary clutter. • Dark Mode — Designed to look great in both light and dark environments. Incog is built around a simple idea: your browsing session should stay under your control.

Screenshots

Blank Browser4 screens
Private Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Blank Browser at 5.0 against Private Browser's 3.8. Private Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. Blank Browser sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Private Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Blank Browser holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blank Browser ships an update every 2 weeks, Private Browser every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Blank Browser versus Private Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlank BrowserPrivate Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.8 (4 ratings)
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.417.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB3 MB
Age rating17++17
DeveloperBlackthorne Groupe LLCBeijing Danbao Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Blank Browser

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Private Browser

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Blank Browser

One-time6
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99
  • Treat Me to Lunch$4.99
  • Fuel a Bug Fix$9.99
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  • Browser Hero$24.99
  • Blank Browser Legend$49.99
  • Epic Dragon Slayer$99.99
None

Private Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blank Browser free?
Blank Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Blank Browser or Private Browser?
Blank Browser is rated higher. Blank Browser averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Private Browser averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.
Do Blank Browser or Private Browser have ads?
Neither Blank Browser nor Private Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Blank Browser or Private Browser?
Blank Browser ships an update every 2 weeks, and Private Browser every 10 days. Most recently, Blank Browser was updated on October 31, 2026 and Private Browser on November 6, 2026.

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