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Best Desktop Site Apps

171+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Desktop Browser is the household name in desktop site, but it's far from the only option. We track 171+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Desktop Site Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Desktop BrowserDesktop BrowserFree4.5★ (16K)YesYesAug 2026
2Desktop Browser - View DesktopDesktop Browser - View DesktopFree4.3★ (12)NoNoAug 2026
3Desktop Browser • ZoomableDesktop Browser • ZoomableFree4.5★ (3.3K)NoYesAug 2026
4Desktop PC BrowserDesktop PC BrowserFree4.4★ (337)YesYesJul 2026
5Windows App MobileWindows App MobileFree4.1★ (7.7K)NoNoAug 2026
6Desktop Browser PlusDesktop Browser PlusFree4.0★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
7Wix - Website BuilderWix - Website BuilderFree4.6★ (17K)NoNoAug 2026
8Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft EdgeFree4.7★ (558K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Desktop Site

Desktop Browser#1

Desktop Browser by Spicy Apps

switch to desktop-website
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(16K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access full desktop versions of websites on your mobile device, overcoming content limitations and enhancing productivity. Enjoy a customizable browsing experience with tabbed browsing and bookmarks, seamlessly integrated with other apps.

What We Love

  • 👍 Useful for desktop browsing on mobile
  • 🚀 Reliable in forcing desktop mode
  • 💡 Helpful for accessing desktop-only features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance on some websites
  • 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Cluttered interface with too many toolbars
Desktop Browser • Zoomable#3

Desktop Browser • Zoomable by Actowise LLC

Full screen web browser
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.5😊(3.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#22in Developer Tools
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Desktop Browser • Zoomable screenshot 3
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Experience a full desktop web on your mobile device. This browser simulates a large, resizable screen to display desktop versions of websites, avoiding mobile-optimized layouts. Enjoy features like zoom control, full-screen mode, and privacy-focused data collection.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Intuitive user interface
  • 🔍 Effective desktop mode
  • 💡 Useful zoom feature

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and reloads
  • 🔍 Inconsistent desktop mode performance
  • 📱 Incompatible with some mobile apps

More Desktop Site apps to explore

4
Desktop PC Browser
Desktop PC Browser
Desktop PC Browser
computer web browser
Free

Browse the web with full desktop functionality on your iPhone or iPad. Easily switch between desktop and mobile versions of websites, enjoy safe browsing with biometric authentication, and save frequently visited URLs.

View webpages with full desktop functionalitySwitch between desktop and mobile website versionsMultiple user agent choices
📊 Productivity
(337)
free with in-app purchases
5
Windows App Mobile
Windows App Mobile
Windows App Mobile
Previously Remote Desktop
Free

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktopsAccess managed resourcesRemote Desktop Gateway support
💼 Business
(7.7K)
free
6
Desktop Browser Plus
Desktop Browser Plus
Desktop Browser Plus
Browse in real desktop mode
Free

Experience websites in their full desktop versions on your mobile device. This utility bypasses mobile restrictions, offering a smooth and fast browsing experience. Easily switch between desktop and mobile modes with a single tap.

True desktop mode renderingAccess full-featured websitesSmooth and fast browsing
🔧 Utilities
(11)
free
7
Wix - Website Builder
Wix - Website Builder
Wix - Website Builder
Blog, portfolio & store maker
Free

Design, customize, and manage your website, online store, or blog from anywhere. This app provides tools to create professional online presences, manage business aspects, and engage with your audience on the go.

Website design and customizationOnline store managementBlog creation and management
📊 Productivity
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge
Start here, get it done here
Free

This AI-powered browser integrates a personal assistant to enhance productivity. It helps summarize content, answer questions, and create images using advanced AI models. Customize your browsing with extensions and enjoy enhanced privacy and security features.

AI-powered browsing with CopilotSummarize articles, videos, and PDFsGenerate images with AI
🔧 Utilities
(558K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Firefox Fast & Private Browser
Firefox Fast & Private Browser
Firefox Fast & Private Browser
Privacy protection. Safer web.
Free

A fast and private web browser that protects you by default. It blocks trackers, offers private browsing, and provides tools to help you focus on content and manage your logins securely.

Enhanced Tracking ProtectionPrivate browsing modePage summaries
🔧 Utilities
(216K)
free
10
DeskWeb-Desktop Browser,PCMode
DeskWeb-Desktop Browser,PCMode
DeskWeb-Desktop Browser,PCMode
See the full web. No cutoffs
Free

This browser aims to replicate the full desktop web experience on mobile devices. It ensures complete webpage displays, allows free zooming, and automatically hides intrusive elements like popups and ads for distraction-free browsing.

Full webpage displayFree zoom in and outDesktop browsing mode
🔧 Utilities
(8)
free with in-app purchases
11
Opera: AI browser with VPN
Opera: AI browser with VPN
Opera: AI browser with VPN
A lightning fast web browser
Free

This AI-powered web browser offers lightning-fast speeds, enhanced privacy with a built-in VPN, and an ad-free experience. Customize your interface and enjoy seamless one-handed browsing with intuitive gestures and a smart AI assistant.

AI-powered browsing with AriaBuilt-in private VPNNative ad blocker
🔧 Utilities
(253K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Jump Desktop (RDP, VNC, Fluid)
Jump Desktop (RDP, VNC, Fluid)
Jump Desktop (RDP, VNC, Fluid)
Fast & Secure Remote Desktop
$14.99

Access and control any computer from your mobile device. This secure remote desktop application offers high-performance connections and supports various protocols for seamless remote work and access.

Secure remote connectionsSupports RDP, VNC, and Fluid protocolsEasy setup for any computer
💼 Business
(1.7K)
paid
13
Desktop Browser - Zoomable
Desktop Browser - Zoomable
Desktop Browser - Zoomable
full screen mobile web
Free

This utility app brings a full desktop web browsing experience to your iPhone. Manage bookmarks and multiple tabs with a user-friendly interface for efficient internet exploration.

Desktop-style browsingBookmark managementMulti-tab management
🔧 Utilities
(45)
free with in-app purchases
14
TOR Browser: VPN+Onion Browser
TOR Browser: VPN+Onion Browser
TOR Browser: VPN+Onion Browser
Private Orbot & Ad Blocker
Free

Enhance your online privacy and anonymity with a secure browser that routes traffic through the TOR network. It blocks trackers, ads, and hides your IP address for a safe browsing experience, even accessing .onion sites.

Anonymous web browsing via TORAccess .onion websitesHide IP address
🔧 Utilities
(19K)
subscription
15
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai
DuckDuckGo, optional Duck.ai
Search, Browser, VPN
Free

This app offers a private search engine and browser that blocks trackers and cookies by default. It includes AI chat features and optional tools like a VPN and email protection to safeguard your online activity and personal information.

Private search engineTracker and cookie blockingPrivate AI chat
🔧 Utilities
(2.4M)
free with in-app purchases
16
Desktop Browser °
Desktop Browser °
Desktop Browser °
Desktop for all
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Remote Desktop - RDP Lite
Remote Desktop - RDP Lite
Remote Desktop - RDP Lite
Access any app on your PC
Free

Access your Windows PC from your iPhone or iPad. View files, run programs, and use resources remotely. Supports various Windows versions and includes features like printing and barcode scanning.

Connect to Windows PCsView files and programsSupports Windows XP/7/8/10
💼 Business
(137)
free
18
iSaveWeb Lite
iSaveWeb Lite
iSaveWeb Lite
by MaximumSoft Corp.
Free

Save favorite websites to your device for offline browsing. Includes images, JavaScript, and CSS. Supports public and login-required sites. Transfer pages to and from your computer.

Save websites for offline viewingIncludes images, JavaScript, and CSSSupports public and login-protected sites
🔧 Utilities
(21)
freemium
19
Ericom AccessToGo
Ericom AccessToGo
Ericom AccessToGo
Remote Desktop/RDP Client
Free

Access your office or home Windows PCs and applications securely from your smartphone or tablet. This remote desktop client offers fast, optimized performance with unique resizing technology for a better touch experience.

Fastest mobile RDP clientOptimized resizing of Windows objectsSecure remote access to PCs and apps
💼 Business
(15)
free
20
Go Browser: Private,Pure,Fast
Go Browser: Private,Pure,Fast
Go Browser: Private,Pure,Fast
Browser built for privacy.
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

This web browser prioritizes user privacy with one-tap incognito mode and advanced ad-blocking. It offers efficient deep search and seamless navigation with zoomable pages and easy tab management for a secure and user-friendly browsing experience.

One-tap incognito modeAdvanced ad-blockingDeep search capabilities
🔧 Utilities
(421)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Desktop Site

What are the best desktop site apps for iPhone?
Desktop Browser tops our desktop site apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 16K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top desktop site apps we rank are free to download, including Desktop Browser and Desktop Browser - View Desktop.
Desktop Browser shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 171+ desktop site apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Desktop Browser allows you to view the desktop version of websites on your mobile device. This helps overcome limitations of mobile versions, such as hidden content or different displays, enabling you to browse the web as you would on a desktop computer.
Key features include the ability to access full desktop website experiences, tabbed browsing, bookmark management, and customizable settings like font sizes and default search engines. It also offers seamless integration with other apps and services on your device.