Comparison

ImageDrain vs RedirectWeb

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

Head to head
About

ImageDrain

Easily download images directly from Safari using an Action Extension. Select and save displayed, background, or link images with simple operations. Offers grid and fullscreen views for efficient selection.

Highlights
  • Download images from Safari
  • Action Extension integration
  • Select displayed, background, and link images
  • Grid and fullscreen view options
  • Easy operation
  • Quick action for last URL
Features
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ImageDrain is an Action Extension that provides an image download function for Safari. You can select and download images which you see on Safari. - SIMPLE * You can get images with an easy operation. - SEAMLESS * You can directly download images from Safari without launching other application. - USABILITY * You can switch between grid view and fullscreen view. - ACCURACY * You can save not only displayed images but also background and link images. - FILTER * You can select display images. - QUICK ACTION - You can quickly open a last URL from the quick actions menu. # HOW TO USE 1. When you find images you want in Safari, tap the share button. 2. Tap ImageDrain icon to launch it. * If you do not find ImageDrain icon, tap "Edit Actions..." on the share sheet and enable ImageDrain. 3. ImageDrain lists images that displayed in Safari. Select images you want. 4. Tap the save button. 5. Selected images are downloaded to Camera Roll.

About

RedirectWeb

Automate your web browsing with custom URL redirects. This Safari extension lets you control how links open, from mapping apps to search engines and social media platforms, offering a cleaner, ad-free experience. It supports advanced rule creation and syncs across your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Automatic URL redirection
  • Customizable rules
  • Smart Maps redirection
  • Privacy-focused search engines
  • Ad-free social media
  • iCloud Sync
  • Regex support
Features
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Tired of manually fixing URLs? RedirectWeb is a Safari extension that automatically redirects URLs based on your custom rules. Save time, protect your privacy, and browse the web your way. — TOP FEATURES & USE CASES — • Smart Maps Redirection: Automatically open Google Maps links in Apple Maps. • Search Your Way: Force Safari to use Kagi, Startpage, Brave Search, or any privacy-focused engine as your default. • Better Social Media: Redirect Twitter/X to Nitter, Reddit to Old Reddit, or YouTube to Invidious for a cleaner, ad-free experience. • Global Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Also compatible with Chrome and Firefox on Mac. • Extensive Library: Don't know where to start? Browse our built-in library of popular, pre-made rules. — PRIVACY FIRST — • Zero Tracking: We do not collect any personal data. Your browsing habits stay on your device. • No Ads: Enjoy a distraction-free utility. — FOR POWER USERS — • Multiple Rule Formats: Support for Wildcards and full Regular Expressions (Regex). • Advanced Logic: Use exclusion patterns to prevent loops and capture groups ($1, $2) for complex URL rewriting. • Ultra-Fast DNR Rules: Leverage the modern Declarative Net Request API for lightning-fast, zero-latency redirections before network requests even start. Gain granular control by filtering resource types and HTTP methods. • Sync & Backup: iCloud Sync keeps your rules updated across all your devices. Export/Import JSON for easy backup. — FOR ENTERPRISES & IT ADMINS — • MDM Support: Centrally deploy and manage redirection rules across your organization's devices using Apple's Managed App Configuration (Jamf, Intune, Kandji, etc.). • Enforced Routing & Control: Seamlessly redirect employees during internal system migrations, set up intranet access, and lock down in-app settings to prevent user tampering. For Volume Purchase Program (VPP) customers, we also offer a Pro version with all features unlocked out-of-the-box, ideal for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations of all types. Search for "RedirectWeb Pro" on the App Store. — PRICING — • Start for Free: Enjoy 1 active rule forever. No ads, no time limits. • Pro Unlock: One-time purchase or low-cost subscription for unlimited rules and iCloud Sync. Universal Purchase included. Buy once, use on all devices. — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Install RedirectWeb and enable the extension in Safari. 2. Add a rule from the Library or create your own "From → To" flow. 3. Browse as usual. RedirectWeb handles the rest in the background! — SUPPORT — Questions or feedback? Go to Settings → "Send Feedback" within the app. We listen to our users! Take control of your web links today. Download RedirectWeb and skip the detours.

Screenshots

ImageDrain4 screens
RedirectWeb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RedirectWeb at 93% against ImageDrain's 45%. RedirectWeb also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). ImageDrain's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume 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. RedirectWeb sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. ImageDrain asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RedirectWeb holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 74 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of ImageDrain's written reviews are positive against 93% of RedirectWeb's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ImageDrain ships an update every 2 months, RedirectWeb fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ImageDrain versus RedirectWeb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImageDrainRedirectWeb
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (69 ratings)4.7 (74 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.3% of reviews93.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6974 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB41 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCordialSoftware, Inc.Manabu Nakazawa

Customer experience

ImageDrain

All ratings69 ratings
Positive68.1%
Neutral5.8%
Negative26.1%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive45.3%
Neutral12.0%
Negative42.7%

RedirectWeb

All ratings74 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive93.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.9%

User reviews

ImageDrain

From 69 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Saves images from webpages
  • 👍 Works with Safari
  • 👍 Useful for saving from restricted sites
  • 👍 Free and effective
  • 👍 No ads or subscriptions

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Does not work with iOS 26
  • 🐛 Crashes on launch
  • 🐛 Freezes iPad and Safari
  • 🐛 Does not appear in share sheet
  • 🐛 Sporadically works

RedirectWeb

From 74 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use and understand
  • 🚀 Works as expected, very fast
  • 💡 Highly customizable with regex
  • ✨ Useful for blocking distractions
  • 🌐 Redirects to privacy frontends

Room to improve

  • ❓ Lacks clear instructions/explanations
  • 🤔 Regex can be tricky for beginners
  • ⚠️ Free version limited to one active rule
  • 🎛️ Interface could be improved for non-techies
  • ❌ Some users report it doesn't work

Bugs and requests

ImageDrain

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App no longer functions after iOS updates (specifically iOS 26, iOS 18, iOS 15.5, iOS 14)
  • App crashes on launch
  • App freezes the device and crashes Safari
  • App does not appear in the share sheet or extension list
  • App works sporadically or not at all
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  • App saves duplicate images
  • App is slow to load images
  • App saves low quality images or clips them
  • Thumbnail view flickers making it unusable
  • App crashes when searching for high resolution images

Requested features

10 requests
  • Support for Google Chrome mobile browser
  • Update for iOS 26 compatibility
  • UI overhaul
  • Support for video downloads
  • Option to choose download location
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  • Ability to bypass thumbnails for high-res images
  • Keep original image names
  • Fix crashing with high resolution images
  • Fix duplicate image saving
  • Fix slow image loading

RedirectWeb

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App is too difficult to understand for non-coders
  • Redirection isn't smooth
  • Some users report it doesn't work at all
  • Extension doesn't open other apps as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Folders and search feature for created rules
  • More in-depth tutorial for complex redirects
  • Wildcard support in a future update
  • Ability to modify request headers
  • More examples in the help guide for wildcard redirects

In-app purchases

None

ImageDrain

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RedirectWeb

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock all features (1 year)7 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock all features forever$3.99

Questions

Is ImageDrain free?
ImageDrain is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RedirectWeb free?
RedirectWeb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ImageDrain or RedirectWeb?
RedirectWeb is rated higher. ImageDrain averages 3.8 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while RedirectWeb averages 4.7 from 74 ratings.
Do ImageDrain or RedirectWeb have ads?
ImageDrain shows ads; RedirectWeb does not.
Which is updated more often, ImageDrain or RedirectWeb?
ImageDrain ships an update every 2 months, and RedirectWeb fortnightly. Most recently, ImageDrain was updated on October 14, 2026 and RedirectWeb on October 16, 2026.

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