Hermit — Lite Apps Browser
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser is made and published by Chimbori. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Chimbori. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Chimbori and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopularLoved by users- Total installs
- 2.5 million
- Rating on Google Play
- 4.62
- 22,118 ratings
- Last updated
- October 15, 2025
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser is popular, with 2.5 million installs. Users love it: 4.6 stars from 22,118 ratings.
Summary
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser by Chimbori redefines privacy-focused browsing with lightweight per-app sandboxes and deep customization. Each Lite App runs in its own permanent window with separate settings, themes, icons, and blockers, while user scripts empower power users.
Pros & Cons
- Privacy-first design with on-device content blocker and no ads
- Per-Lite App windows with separate settings for each app
- Sandboxed containers for multiple accounts and profiles
- Extensive customization: icons, themes, and user agents
- Lightweight footprint suitable for low-storage devices
- geared toward power users; casual users may face a steeper learning curve
- Paid premium model for the no-ads/privacy proposition; some features require purchase
- Does not emphasize video-focused or social features typical of some competitors
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 18 thousand
- Per day
- 590
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 1+ million
- Launched
- April 2015
Installs over time
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser has been installed 2.5 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 590 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top chartsGoogle Play Rankings for Hermit — Lite Apps Browser
Competitors
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Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Launched
- April 2015
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on Hermit — Lite Apps Browser for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 40
- App size
- N/A
- Needs Android
- 9.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Hermit — Lite Apps Browser
About the app and developer
About Hermit — Lite Apps Browser
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser is a productivity app developed by Chimbori.
How many times has Hermit — Lite Apps Browser been installed?
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser has been installed 2.5 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 18 thousand times.
What is the rating of Hermit — Lite Apps Browser?
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser is rated 4.62 out of 5 stars, based on 22 thousand ratings.
Is Hermit — Lite Apps Browser free?
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser is free. The last update was on October 15, 2025.
What are the requirements for Hermit — Lite Apps Browser?
Hermit — Lite Apps Browser requires Android 9.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since April 2015.
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Store listing
By Chimbori, from Google Play“Advanced Web Browser for Power Users, optimized for Lite Apps & Privacy”
Description by Chimbori Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
• Lite Apps take up almost no space, best for low storage devices
• They don’t run in the background, which saves battery
• User Scripts: Run your own custom extension scripts!
• Content Blocker: Block ads, malware, misinformation, & targeted propaganda. Built-in & customizable: You can pick what to block.
BETTER THAN TRADITIONAL BROWSERS
COMPARE HERMIT WITH TRADITIONAL BROWSERS
https://hermit.chimbori.com/features/compare
• Each Lite App opens in its own permanent window, not a new browser tab each time
• Links clicked in other apps can be opened directly in Hermit Lite Apps
• Settings, permissions, themes & icons are saved separately for each Lite App
• Share links from other Android apps to your Lite Apps
SANDBOXES: MULTIPLE PROFILES / CONTAINERS
Hermit is the only Android browser with Sandboxes: Isolated Containers with Multiple Profiles.
• Sandboxes keep your Web browsing isolated in separate containers
• Use multiple accounts, all active at the same time, in the same browser
• Keep work accounts and personal accounts separate
• Ideal for privacy-invasive social sites
• Use permanent Incognito Mode for sites that offer free content to new users
ADVANCED BROWSER FOR POWER USERS
It takes a bit of learning & understanding to use Hermit effectively — We’re here to help!
GETTING STARTED GUIDE
https://hermit.chimbori.com/help/getting-started
HELP ARTICLES & FAQ
https://hermit.chimbori.com/help
PRIVACY + NO ADS = PAID PREMIUM
Thanks for supporting the active development of a privacy-friendly app designed for power users like you!
• To continue investing in new features for many years, we charge money for our apps.
• Unlike other browser makers, we are not in the business of selling ads or your personal information.
• No advertisements, no personal data collection, no behavior tracking, no shady SDKs in any of our apps.
• Most features can be used for free!
ADVANCED BROWSER FEATURES
• USER SCRIPTS: Run your own custom extension scripts!
• READER MODE: Article extraction is done on-device to protect your privacy
• DARK MODE: Great for late night reading!
• FAST & PRIVATE: Browse fast by blocking advertisements and other harmful content that slows down your phone.
• MULTI WINDOW: Use two Lite Apps at once on supported devices
• DOUBLE BACK: Ever got stuck because the back button takes you to the same page? Try Hermit’s Double Back feature!
• BACKUP YOUR LITE APPS: Custom backup solution when moving between devices
• CUSTOM USER AGENT: Mobile, Desktop, or any other custom user agent
• ATOM/RSS FEED NOTIFICATIONS: Get immediately notified when a web site publishes new content.
• WEB MONITORS: Feeds not supported? Hermit can monitor any specific part of any web page & notify you when it changes.
UNLIMITED CUSTOMIZATION
No other browser lets you customize so many settings!
• CUSTOM ICONS: Pick any icon for your Lite Apps, or create a custom monogram!
• CUSTOM THEMES: Create your own themes for any site
• TEXT ZOOM CONTROLS: Change and save text zoom settings individually for each Lite App
• DESKTOP MODE: Load desktop sites instead of mobile sites
• FULL SCREEN MODE: Focus on your content, no distractions
• CUSTOMIZABLE CONTENT BLOCKER can block ads, malware, & misinformation. You pick what to block.
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