# Expo Go vs Topaz Browser

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Topaz Browser at 100% against Expo Go's 56%. Topaz Browser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Expo Go's advantage is ratings volume (7.7K vs 9) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Expo Go holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Expo Go has 7.7K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Expo Go's written reviews are positive against 100% of Topaz Browser's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, Topaz Browser monthly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Expo Go | Topaz Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expo-go/id982107779/reviews)** | [4.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topaz-browser/id6740295058/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.7K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 55.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 116 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Nametag](https://appshunter.io/developer/905743090) | [Juul Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1119240022) |

## What reviewers say

### Expo Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expo-go/id982107779)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Build mobile applications using web technologies like JavaScript and React. This tool allows you to develop interactive experiences with gestures and graphics directly from your iOS device and computer. Some programming experience is recommended for optimal use.

**Highlights:** Build apps with web technologies, Interactive gesture and graphics development, JavaScript and React support, iOS device and computer integration, React Native 0.81.1 support

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and fast development
- 👍 Great for testing apps on real devices
- 💡 Helpful for beginners and experts
- 🚀 Efficient development process
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🔒 Compatibility issues with older versions
- 🐛 Inability to open projects or scan QR codes
- 🐛 Persistent login and account issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Unable to connect to development server
- Persistent white screen issues
- Inability to delete or manage accounts

**Requested features**

- Bring back QR code scanning functionality
- Improve SDK compatibility and backward support
- Add more customization and configuration options
- Enhance debugging and error reporting tools


### Topaz Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topaz-browser/id6740295058)

This application serves as a specialized browser for interacting with web experiences delivered over Bluetooth. It is designed for technical development and accessing Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth web experience access, IoT device integration, Technical development tool, Web browsing over Bluetooth

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Expo Go free?

Expo Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Topaz Browser free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Expo Go or Topaz Browser?

Expo Go is rated higher. Expo Go averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.7K ratings, while Topaz Browser averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.

### Do Expo Go or Topaz Browser have ads?

Expo Go shows ads; Topaz Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Expo Go or Topaz Browser?

Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, and Topaz Browser monthly. Most recently, Expo Go was updated on October 25, 2026 and Topaz Browser on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*