Comparison

Private Browser ⊘ vs RBrowser

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

Head to head
About

Private Browser ⊘

A fast, secure web browser offering enhanced privacy features. It allows users to download files, save pages offline, and protect browsing history with a passcode. Enjoy a clean interface with quick access to popular sites and trending content.

Highlights
  • Passcode protection
  • File downloads
  • Save web pages offline
  • Save pages as image/PDF
  • View HTML source
  • Bookmarks and Reading List
Features
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Fast fully-featured web browser for the iPhone and iPad - download now for FREE! FEATURES - Passcode protected - Download files - Save web pages offline - Save web pages as an image or PDF - View HTML source code of a webpage - Top 100 websites quick list - Trending news, videos and nearby articles - Bookmarks and favorites - Reading List - Attractive UI ---------------------------------------- TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm

About

RBrowser

This app is a secure and fast web browser with built-in ad blocking and screen recording capabilities. It allows users to save web pages as PDFs, pictures, or videos, supports user scripts, and offers a customizable screen recording function. It also includes a QR code reader and a powerful built-in video player.

Highlights
  • Ad blocking
  • Screen recording
  • Save web pages as PDF/picture/video
  • User script support
  • QR code reader
  • Background video playback
  • Download files
Features
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RBrowser is professional screen recorder. it is a fast、Secure and powerful AD Blocking web browser which can save web page as PDF,picture and video for the iPhone and iPad. • Support user scripts --- JavaScript and Tampermonkey scripts, unlock more features • Support scanning documents • Screen recording -- You can use it to record web games, website processes descriptions, functional commentary, etc. • Support download files • Support multiple web tabs • Support multiple video player, can bg Play video. • The speed of Built-in player support up to 10x. Playing videos is easier and faster. DIY Screen Recording Function: 1. can only record RBrowser App or All iPad iPhone app. 2. Supports set recording video formats -- H.264 or HEVC (video file size more smaller) [product features] • Blocks the ad content automatically,making your browsing experience faster and more efficient. • Record web and making video, record your favorite • Personalized web pages, web pages can be saved as a picture or PDF document or video • Full screen browsing, give you a fresh visual experience • More faster, making your browsing experience faster and more efficient. • RBrowser comes with a QR Code Reader which can automatically recognize any QR code your camera is pointing at. • All new and User-friendly interface offers you better browsing experience. UNLIMITED ACCESS MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION • You can subscribe for RBrowser VIP Subscriptions to all features and content offered for purchase within the app. • Subscriptions are billed weekly, monthly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. RBrowser offers four auto-renewing subscription options: (i) $18.99 / Year ($18.99 billed once a year after the 3 days free trial expires) (ii) $4.49 / week (iii) $8.99 / Month (iiii) $18.99 / Year • You can subscribe to a yearly plan ($18.99 billed once a year), a monthly plan ($8.99 billed once a month), a weekly plan ($4.49 billed once a week) or a yearly plan that comes with a free 3 days trial ($18.99 billed once a year after the free trial expires). The prices are in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. - Privacy policy: https://appsdevelopinfo.web.app/2017/08/18/RBrowserPrivacyPolicy/ -Terms of Use: https://appsdevelopinfo.web.app/2017/08/18/RBrowserTerms/ ABOUT RBROWSER Discover more at https://appsdevelopinfo.web.app/about/ Email: 1242296736@qq.com

Screenshots

Private Browser ⊘4 screens
RBrowser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RBrowser at 89% against Private Browser ⊘'s 42%. RBrowser also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 21 months). Private Browser ⊘'s advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases 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. Private Browser ⊘ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and RBrowser sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 309 and 1.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Private Browser ⊘'s written reviews are positive against 89% of RBrowser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browser ⊘ ships an update every 21 months, RBrowser every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Private Browser ⊘ versus RBrowser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate Browser ⊘RBrowser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (309 ratings)4.8 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.5% of reviews89.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3091.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB88 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperTapMedia Ltd桐明 陈

Customer experience

Private Browser ⊘

All ratings309 ratings
Positive74.1%
Neutral8.4%
Negative17.5%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive41.5%
Neutral18.9%
Negative39.6%

RBrowser

All ratings1,281 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral1.7%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews279 reviews
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.5%
Negative8.2%

User reviews

Private Browser ⊘

From 309 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good browser alternative
  • 👍 Works well for private content
  • 👍 Solves Safari black screen issue
  • 👍 Fast and clean interface
  • 👍 Good substitute for Safari

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🐛 Unstable performance
  • 🐛 Slow and lagging
  • 🐛 Annoying ads
  • 🐛 Redirects to other sites

RBrowser

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Good performance
  • 💯 Useful features
  • 🔥 Best browser
  • 🎉 Excellent app

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Forced 5-star rating to unlock features
  • 🔍 Limited recording time
  • 💸 Paid upgrades required
  • 📺 Ads included
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes

Bugs and requests

Private Browser ⊘

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • App freezes
  • App closes on its own
  • Doesn't save all history
  • Lagging and glitching
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  • Redirect problem
  • Login error with Apple account for Pro
  • Pages won't load
  • Kick out of video while watching
  • Cannot type in website
  • Lost bookmarks in new version

Requested features

5 requests
  • Private browsing mode
  • Dark mode
  • Fix login issues for Pro accounts
  • Update app for modern websites
  • Allow denying redirects

RBrowser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recording failures
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Freezing/crashing on certain actions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Longer recording time
  • More customization options
  • Ability to save/export recordings
  • Improved stability and reliability

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Private Browser ⊘

Subscriptions1
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Upgrade$0.99
11 purchases

RBrowser

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly VIP$4.497 Days
  • Yearly sliver VIP$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Sliver VIP3 Days trial$7.991 Year
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  • Yearly Silver VIP$7.991 Year
  • Yearly VIP$18.991 Year
  • Yearly VIP3 Days trial$18.991 Year
One-time5
  • Extend 1 min$14.99
  • Permanent VIP$15.99
  • Maximum 10 min$16.99
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  • Maximum 30 min$27.99
  • Maximum 60 min$39.99

Questions

Is Private Browser ⊘ free?
Private Browser ⊘ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RBrowser free?
RBrowser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser ⊘ or RBrowser?
RBrowser is rated higher. Private Browser ⊘ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while RBrowser averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Private Browser ⊘ or RBrowser have ads?
RBrowser shows ads; Private Browser ⊘ does not.
Which is updated more often, Private Browser ⊘ or RBrowser?
Private Browser ⊘ ships an update every 21 months, and RBrowser every 2 weeks. Most recently, Private Browser ⊘ was updated on October 2, 2026 and RBrowser on October 10, 2026.

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