# Browse via me vs Private Browser

The clearest difference is monetization model: Browse via me at free with in-app purchases against Private Browser's subscription. Private Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Browse via me sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Private Browser sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Browse via me ships an update every 2 months, Private Browser every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Browse via me | Private Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.7 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-web-browser/id1661034319/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **10** |
| Positive reviews | — | 76.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 6 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SENSYUSYA](https://appshunter.io/developer/387644072) | [Unicorn VPN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513310581) |

## What reviewers say

### Browse via me

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/browse-via-me/id973758605)

Manage your default web browser and access your browsing history and bookmarks. Restore previously purchased ad-free add-ons. This utility helps organize your web browsing experience.

**Highlights:** Manage default web browser, Access browsing history, Register and view bookmarks, Restore ad-free add-ons

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 広告非表示 | $5.99 | one-time |


### Private Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser-web-browser/id1661034319)

Browse the web privately and securely with a built-in VPN. Enjoy ad-free browsing, protect your IP address, and encrypt your internet traffic. Offers advanced privacy tools and a distraction-free experience.

**Highlights:** Built-in VPN, Private browsing, Ad blocker, Encrypts web traffic, Hides IP address, No-logs policy

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly + Free Trial | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| Monthly Browser Subscription | $37.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $149.99 | per year |
| Yearly: Private Browser | $299.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Browse via me free?

Browse via me is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Private Browser free?

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

### Do Browse via me or Private Browser have ads?

Browse via me shows ads; Private Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Browse via me or Private Browser?

Browse via me ships an update every 2 months, and Private Browser every 3 months. Most recently, Browse via me was updated on October 26, 2026 and Private Browser on October 23, 2026.

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