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Friendly Social Browser vs Via Browser
Both stand on mobile browser software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac
Friendly Social Browser combines multiple social accounts with privacy, feed and media features. The listed protections and controls differ by platform, so readers should check the options for their device.
Visit Friendly Social Browser Free plan AndroidiPhone
Via offers a focused mobile browsing experience with customization, blocking tools, and several backup or sync options. Desktop users and people relying on Chrome extensions or password management should note its stated limitations.
Visit Via BrowserThe facts
| Friendly Social Browser | Via Browser | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac | Android, iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Friendly Plus: $1.99, paid once | Not published |
| Plans published | 2 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | friendly.io | viayoo.com |
| On mobile browser software | #11 of 31 | #27 of 31 |
Friendly Social Browser: what it does well
- Combines several social accounts in one app.
- Includes tracker blocking and ad filtering.
- Feeds can be filtered or highlighted by keywords.
- Offers photo and video download or repost tools.
What to know first
- Friendly Plus is an in-app purchase priced at $1.99, paid once.
- Account-lock options vary by platform.
- Friendly says it is not affiliated with the social sites.
Via Browser: what it does well
- Free plan for Android and iOS
- Built-in ad and tracker blocking
- Homepage, script, and website customization
- WebDAV synchronization on Android
- Manual backup and import support
What to know first
- No password-management feature on Android
- No Chrome CRX extension support
- No short-term Windows development plan
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