Comparison

Desktop Browser vs Kiwi

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • View desktop website versions
  • Tabbed browsing
  • Bookmarks
  • Customizable settings
  • Seamless app integration
  • Enhanced productivity
Features
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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/

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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!

Screenshots

Desktop Browser4 screens
Kiwi3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Desktop Browser ships an update fortnightly, Kiwi every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Desktop Browser versus Kiwi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDesktop BrowserKiwi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (16K ratings)4.6 (326 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.2% of reviews — better51.5% of reviews
Number of ratings16K — better326
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB110 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSpicy AppsTIMON SOFTWARE CO., LTD

Customer experience

Desktop Browser

All ratings16,020 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews667 reviews
Positive52.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative44.4%

Kiwi

All ratings326 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive51.5%
Neutral18.2%
Negative30.3%

User reviews

Desktop Browser

From 16K App Store ratings

What 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 ratings

What 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

6 purchases

Desktop Browser

Subscriptions3
  • weekly3 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • yearly3 Days trial$7.491 Year
One-time3
  • remove ads$1.99
  • browse plus$1.99
  • all features pack$2.99
2 purchases

Kiwi

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Subscription$4.991 Month
  • 1 Year Subscription$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Desktop Browser free?
Desktop Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kiwi free?
Kiwi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Desktop Browser or Kiwi?
Kiwi is rated higher. Desktop Browser averages 4.4 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while Kiwi averages 4.6 from 326 ratings.
Do Desktop Browser or Kiwi have ads?
Both Desktop Browser and Kiwi show ads.
Which is updated more often, Desktop Browser or Kiwi?
Desktop Browser ships an update fortnightly, and Kiwi every 8 days. Most recently, Desktop Browser was updated on October 14, 2026 and Kiwi on October 6, 2026.

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