Comparison

Private Browser ⊘ vs Dark Browser

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

Dark Browser

This app provides a comfortable browsing experience by automatically switching web pages to dark mode. It also offers ad and virus blocking for a safer online environment. Users can easily manage their browsing with features like bookmarks, history, and downloads.

Highlights
  • Automatic dark mode for web pages
  • Manual dark/light mode switching
  • Ad and virus interception
  • Fast search functionality
  • Customizable homepage
  • Bookmarks and history management
  • Download manager
Features
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Dark Browser focuses on dark mode, automatically switches the webpage you are browsing to dark mode, making your browsing more comfortable. Of course, you can easily switch between Dark and Light mode. It's your personal and safest browser, blocking ads and viruses, and conveniently browsing any webpage you want to reach. The main function:· Easily switch between Diablo mode and automatically switch web pages to Diablo theme for easy reading · Protect your eyes more in the dark, reducing discomfort in browsing the web · Advertising and virus interception, worry-free online · One search, fast search, get the fastest content you want · Fast website, common website finishing to provide the most convenient browsing service · Option to choose your own homepage · Have a bookmarks page · Have a history page · Have download Premier Account: Don't like advertising? Want more features? Please upgrade your premier account. Dark Browser Premier Account Pricing and Terms: 1 month from $4.99* 3 month from $12.99* 1 year from $36.99* * Prices displayed areUSD$. Actual charges might be converted to local currency depending on your country of residence. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Accountwill be charged for renewal within 24 hours by the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be provided. Subscriptions may be managed by the user. Auto-renewal may be turned off in user’s Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user subscribs that publication. Privacy Policy: http:https://www.makingmoney.cn/darkbrowser/policy.html EULA: http://www.makingmoney.cn/darkbrowser/eula.html

Screenshots

Private Browser ⊘4 screens
Dark Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Private Browser ⊘ at none against Dark Browser's shown. Private Browser ⊘ also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 32%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). Dark Browser's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 21 months) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 Dark Browser sells 5 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

Dark Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 309 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 42% of Private Browser ⊘'s written reviews are positive against 32% of Dark Browser's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browser ⊘ ships an update every 21 months, Dark Browser every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Private Browser ⊘ versus Dark Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate Browser ⊘Dark Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (309 ratings)4.4 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.5% of reviews — better31.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3091.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB96 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdSiyong Studio

Customer experience

Private Browser ⊘

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

Dark Browser

All ratings1,199 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive31.5%
Neutral4.1%
Negative64.4%

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

Dark Browser

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌙 Excellent dark mode support
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive browser
  • 👍 Helpful for night browsing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 💸 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Poor privacy and security
  • 🔧 Compatibility issues with older devices

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

Dark Browser

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Inverted colors on dark websites
  • Inability to access .onion sites

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for captcha and login features
  • Improve image handling and color inversion
  • Introduce customization options for dark mode

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Private Browser ⊘

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

Dark Browser

Subscriptions5
  • Advanced features for a month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Continuous weekly subscription$4.997 Days
  • Advanced features for a month3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Advanced features for 3 months$12.993 Months
  • Annual premium features$36.991 Year

Questions

Is Private Browser ⊘ free?
Private Browser ⊘ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dark Browser free?
Dark Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser ⊘ or Dark Browser?
Dark Browser is rated higher. Private Browser ⊘ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while Dark Browser averages 4.4 from 1.2K ratings.
Do Private Browser ⊘ or Dark Browser have ads?
Dark Browser shows ads; Private Browser ⊘ does not.
Which is updated more often, Private Browser ⊘ or Dark Browser?
Private Browser ⊘ ships an update every 21 months, and Dark Browser every 5 days. Most recently, Private Browser ⊘ was updated on October 2, 2026 and Dark Browser on October 10, 2026.

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