Desktop Browser vs Kiwi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Desktop Browser
Access full desktop versions of websites on your mobile device, overcoming content limitations and enhancing productivity. Enjoy a customizable browsing experience with tabbed browsing and bookmarks, seamlessly integrated with other apps.
- View desktop website versions
- Tabbed browsing
- Bookmarks
- Customizable settings
- Seamless app integration
- Enhanced productivity
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Desktop Browser displays the mobile or the desktop version of a website. In their mobile version some websites hide content, display different content or event present a payable content to the user. Desktop Browser let you surf the web the way you want. Desktop Experience on Mobile: With Desktop Browser, say goodbye to limitations. Enjoy the full desktop browsing experience on your iPhone, complete with tabbed browsing and bookmarks. Whether you're researching, shopping, or simply browsing the web, you'll have all the features you need at your fingertips. Enhanced Productivity: Boost your productivity with the ability to access desktop versions of websites on your iPhone. No more struggling with mobile-optimized layouts that lack functionality. With Desktop Browser, you can work more efficiently, seamlessly switching between tabs and accessing all the tools and features you need to get things done. Customization Options: Tailor your browsing experience to suit your preferences. Desktop Browser offers customizable settings, allowing you to adjust everything from font sizes to default search engines. Make your browsing experience truly your own with personalized options that enhance usability and convenience. Seamless Integration: Desktop Browser seamlessly integrates with other apps and services on your iPhone. Whether you're sharing links with friends, saving articles for later, or accessing web-based resources within other apps, Desktop Browser ensures a smooth and cohesive user experience. Continuous Updates and Support: Rest assured that you're always getting the best experience possible. Desktop Browser is regularly updated with new features, performance enhancements, and security patches to ensure optimal performance. Plus, our dedicated support team is always available to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter. Experience the future of mobile browsing with Desktop Browser. Download the app today and unlock a world of possibilities right from your iPhone. --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Kiwi
This private browser offers ad blocking and VPN capabilities for a secure online experience. It includes tools like a dictionary, calendar, QR scanner, PDF maker, and a customizable RSS reader for news.
- Private browsing
- Ad blocking
- Built-in VPN
- Dictionary with bubble function
- Calendar with lunar support
- QR/BAR code scanner
- PDF maker from photos
- Customizable RSS reader
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Automatically block various online trackers, a safe and private browser that can prevent you from being tracked by ads. Go VPN Browser. Many feature: support learning, entertainment, reading news (RSS), and supporting tools such as dictionary, QR / Bar code scanning, creating PDF files from photos. - Private Browser: Experience lightning-fast loading speeds with our browser's optimized engine. Enjoy instant access to your favorite websites and content without delays, ensuring a smooth and efficient browsing experience. - Dictionary: Smart dictionary is always ready to help you answer and look up words quickly with Bubble function. - Calendar Create event and schedule it sync with Calendar in system. Support lunar calendar - Scan QR/BAR Help you find information faster, look up products clearly. - PDF Maker Professional document scanning and more. Helps you save documents in digital format - RSS Reader Feed - Customizable RSS Feeds: Our app allows you to add and organize RSS feeds from various sources, enabling you to tailor your news feed according to your interests. Stay informed about the topics that matter most to you by selecting feeds from reputable websites and blogs. RSS Reader Feed - Real-time Updates: Never miss a breaking story with our app's real-time update feature. As soon as new articles are published on your selected RSS feeds, our app will fetch and display them, ensuring you're always at the forefront of current events. Our browser application aims to redefine your online experience with its exceptional performance, enhanced security, and a range of customizable features. Whether you're a casual user or a seasoned web professional, our browser is designed to cater to all your browsing needs, making it the ideal companion for your digital journey. Download our browser today and open a world of fast, secure, and personalized web exploration. Privacy Policy: https://skysaver.net/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://skysaver.net/term.html Support Need support? Need to leave a feedback? Suggestions? Reach us by sending an email to: contact@skysaver.net!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Desktop Browser at 16K against Kiwi's 326. Kiwi's advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Desktop Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days and Kiwi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Kiwi holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Desktop Browser has 16K ratings behind it against 326, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 52% and 52% positive.
Desktop Browser ships an update fortnightly, Kiwi every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Desktop Browser | Kiwi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (16K ratings) | 4.6 (326 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews — better | 51.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 16K — better | 326 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Spicy Apps | TIMON SOFTWARE CO., LTD |
Customer experience
Desktop Browser
Kiwi
User reviews
Desktop Browser
From 16K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Useful for desktop browsing on mobile
- 🚀 Reliable in forcing desktop mode
- 💡 Helpful for accessing desktop-only features
Room to improve
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance on some websites
- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and in-app purchases
- 🔍 Cluttered interface with too many toolbars
Kiwi
From 326 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast browsing experience
- 🚫 Excellent ad blocking
- 📺 Blocks YouTube ads
- 🎵 Background YouTube Music playback
- 🖼️ YouTube Picture-in-Picture
Room to improve
- 👎 Lacks tabs on mobile
- 🐛 YouTube ads still present for some
- 🐛 Pornhub ad is annoying
- 👎 iPhone version is useless for ad blocking
- 👎 Difficult to add extensions
Bugs and requests
Desktop Browser
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when trying to upload images
- Reloads pages unexpectedly when interacting with text fields
- Fails to properly display desktop versions of certain websites
Requested features
3 requests- Add PDF export/download functionality
- Improve tab management and background browsing
- Provide more customization options
Kiwi
Reported bugs
4 issues- YouTube ads not blocked for some users
- Annoying ad on Pornhub
- Music stops playing when screen is off
- Cannot delete YouTube Shorts shortcut
Requested features
6 requests- Add tab button/list for mobile
- Add dark mode
- Add paid option to remove Kiwi's ads
- Add 'Add to Home Screen' option
- Add repeat/loop button for videos
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- Fix music stopping when screen is off
In-app purchases
Desktop Browser
- weekly3 Days trial$1.497 Days
- monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- yearly3 Days trial$7.491 Year
- remove ads$1.99
- browse plus$1.99
- all features pack$2.99
Kiwi
- 1 Month Subscription$4.991 Month
- 1 Year Subscription$24.991 Year
Questions
Is Desktop Browser free?
Is Kiwi free?
Which has better reviews, Desktop Browser or Kiwi?
Do Desktop Browser or Kiwi have ads?
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