# LinkSoap vs HootArk Browser

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HootArk Browser at none against LinkSoap's 2. HootArk Browser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LinkSoap sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. HootArk Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | LinkSoap | HootArk Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksoap/id6801626756/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 22 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [David Mealo](https://appshunter.io/developer/6801626758) | [X Browser Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/6805359631) |

## What reviewers say

### LinkSoap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksoap/id6801626756)

This utility app cleans and shortens URLs, removing tracking parameters before sharing or opening them. It offers custom rules, a private browser, and integration with system features like the Share Sheet and default browser settings.

**Highlights:** Removes tracking parameters from links, Default browser integration, Share Sheet extensions, Private browser, Customizable domain rules, Link extraction from text, Activity tracking for cleaned links

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free | $1.99 | one-time |
| LinkSoap Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


### HootArk Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hootark-browser/id6805359629)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LinkSoap free?

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

### Is HootArk Browser free?

HootArk Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do LinkSoap or HootArk Browser have ads?

LinkSoap shows ads; HootArk Browser does not.

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