# Opener ‒ open links in apps vs Macaque

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Opener ‒ open links in apps at 1.3K against Macaque's 15. Opener ‒ open links in apps also leads on chart position (#104 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Opener ‒ open links in apps costs $2.00 and Macaque $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Opener ‒ open links in apps against 4.6 for Macaque. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opener ‒ open links in apps has 1.3K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Opener ‒ open links in apps's written reviews are positive against 66% of Macaque's.

Opener ‒ open links in apps ships an update every 3 weeks, Macaque every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Opener ‒ open links in apps | Macaque |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.00 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opener-open-links-in-apps/id989565871/reviews)** | [4.6 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macaque/id1595306197/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | **68.5% of reviews** | 65.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#104** | — |
| Size | 11 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [tijo, inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/332516208) | [Evan Reichard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1595306199) |

## What reviewers say

### Opener ‒ open links in apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opener-open-links-in-apps/id989565871)

**Currently charting:** #104 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app lets you open web links directly in their corresponding applications, bypassing browser views. It supports over 280 apps and offers features like QR code generation and link shortening. Easily switch between apps for a streamlined browsing experience.

**Highlights:** Open web links in native apps, Action extension for use in other apps, Supports over 280 applications, Open links in any browser, Create QR codes and shortened links, Preview links from popular services, Open Google AMP versions of pages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Very easy to use
- 👍 Handy app that is used daily
- 🚀 Saves time and frustration
- 👍 Wonderful and indispensable
- 👍 Essential utility

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No longer working unilaterally
- 🐛 Doesn't really work
- 🐛 Useless
- 🐛 Doesn't support many links
- 🐛 Misleading, doesn't automate opening links

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work for Google Maps or addressed links
- Crashes when opening links in Brave browser
- Doesn't support Apollo TestFlight app
- Doesn't work for Soundcloud

**Requested features**

- Add support for Bandcamp
- Add support for Rumble
- Add support for Deviantart
- Add support for Steam links
- Add a Safari extension for automatic link opening


### Macaque

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macaque/id1595306197)

Manage UserScripts directly within your browser. Add, edit, and remotely modify scripts, and view console logs for each. Supports a comprehensive list of GM API functions for advanced customization.

**Highlights:** Add and edit UserScripts, Remotely edit UserScripts, View console logs, Supports GM API functions, Browser extension

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Opener ‒ open links in apps free?

Opener ‒ open links in apps costs $2.00, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Macaque free?

Macaque costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Opener ‒ open links in apps or Macaque?

Opener ‒ open links in apps is rated higher. Opener ‒ open links in apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Macaque averages 4.6 from 15 ratings.

### Do Opener ‒ open links in apps or Macaque have ads?

Neither Opener ‒ open links in apps nor Macaque shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Opener ‒ open links in apps or Macaque?

Opener ‒ open links in apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Macaque every 2 weeks. Most recently, Opener ‒ open links in apps was updated on November 11, 2026 and Macaque on November 3, 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.*