# Private Browser ⊘ vs Dark Browser

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.

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.

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.

Private Browser ⊘ ships an update every 21 months, Dark Browser every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Browser ⊘ | Dark Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser/id986309073/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-browser-private-and-secure/id1476630579/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 309 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **41.5% of reviews** | 31.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 88 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Siyong Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777462143) |

## What reviewers say

### Private Browser ⊘

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-browser/id986309073)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TapMedia PRO - 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App freezes
- App closes on its own
- Doesn't save all history
- Lagging and glitching

**Requested features**

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


### Dark Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-browser-private-and-secure/id1476630579)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced features for a month | $4.99 | per month |
| Continuous weekly subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Advanced features for a month | $9.99 | per month |
| Advanced features for 3 months | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual premium features | $36.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Inverted colors on dark websites
- Inability to access .onion sites

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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 15, 2026 and Dark Browser on October 17, 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.*