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Google Chrome is described as 'Web browser built on an open-source platform featuring multiple account support, integrated password manager, dark mode, real-time translation, and seamless cross-device syncing' and is a leading Web Browser in the web browsers category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Google Chrome for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, Linux and iPhone apps. The best Google Chrome alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Google Chrome are Brave, Vivaldi, Tor Browser and Chromium.

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  1. Mozilla Firefox icon

    Mozilla Firefox

     7523 likes

    Web browser by Mozilla with Gecko and WebKit engines. Offers tabbed browsing, HTML add-ons, Enhanced Tracking Protection, cross-device syncing, and privacy customization. Includes tools for developers and a 'Facebook Container' extension.

    247 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Gecko
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    Comments about Mozilla Firefox as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Mozilla Firefox receives praise for its focus on privacy, security, and customization. Users appreciate its open-source nature and the absence of data monetization practices unlike Google Chrome. Many highlight Firefox's speed, efficient add-ons, and its commitment to user privacy as key advantages. Some users acknowledge the need for customization to enhance privacy but regard it as a superior alternative for those wanting independence from Google's ecosystem.
    Top Positive Comment
    LinuxDoge
    6

    Easy to use. You can make it extremely secure using one file. Perfect extension support. All the features of Chrome, without being a data harvester.

    KaitoKid
    Positive
    0

    It's really good and pretty underrated. Customizations are easy and more flexible than Google Chrome. Abundance of privacy, although lacks ad blocking and fingerprint blocking by default.

    Lucas Dondo
    Positive
    0

    Better looking, simpler, has Firefox Containers: its greatest feature to simplify your profiles and windows.

    3 of 95 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Mozilla Firefox is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Mozilla Firefox is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Google Chrome.

    • Mozilla Firefox is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Google Chrome.

    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  2. Brave icon

    Brave

     1166 likes

    Fast, secure browser integrating ad and tracker blockage, privacy features, and VPN. Offers seamless performance with data and battery optimization, faster loads by blocking pop-ups and ads. Safeguards user privacy with tracking protections and built-in brave search.

    249 Brave alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    Comments about Brave as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Brave is praised for its privacy and security features like an efficient ad-blocker and built-in tracker protection, making it a favorable alternative to Google Chrome. Users appreciate its performance, fast browsing experience, and open-source nature. However, some criticisms include the presence of cryptocurrency integrations and its similarity to other Chromium-based browsers. Despite this, the browser's ability to block ads and provide a Chrome-like experience without Google's data collection is highlighted.
    Top Positive Comment
    John Fastman
    8

    Brave is an effort to make a Chrome-like experience based on the Chromium code base and remove/block all the spyware Google put in to monitor your online activity. Brave is good, but it's not as good/flexible as Iridium.

    Top Negative Comment
    CatarinaTeles
    11

    While it shares 99% of chrome code base, it as advertisements enabled by default

    definitelym3li
    Positive
    0

    its not just an alternative , it has a built in automatic adblocker , especially while watching youtube , BRAVE IS LITERALLY THE BEST BROWSER EVER, its just do underrated

    3 of 80 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Brave is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Brave is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Brave is Privacy focused and Security-focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  4. Vivaldi icon

    Vivaldi

     1273 likes

    Flexible browser featuring deep customization, integrated ad and tracker blocking, Chromium compatibility, powerful tab management tools, note sync, screenshot utility, custom web panels, theme and toolbar editing, plus support for Android, iOS, desktop, and privacy protections.

    185 Vivaldi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Flathub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    The only web browser powerful enough for you!
     
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    Comments about Vivaldi as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Vivaldi is frequently praised for its high level of customization, privacy-focused features, and its use of the Chromium engine, allowing compatibility with Chrome extensions. Users commend its built-in tools and user-friendly interface, although some report minor bugs and slower performance compared to Chrome. Overall, Vivaldi appeals to power users seeking more control and a feature-rich browsing experience beyond what Chrome offers.
    Top Positive Comment
    Sascha Smit
    3

    Vivaldi is a lot more customisable than Chrome, Vivaldi has a lot more features than Chrome, Vivaldi is more privacy focused and it's based on the Blink engine (also known as Chromium) so switching to Vivaldi is very easy + it supports Chrome extensions.

    Gwrvan Barré
    Positive
    0

    It's the best ! It's privacy first. It has all the functions you could dream of. It is the most unique browser in the world ! Try it ! You will love it !

    Hossein Amjad
    Positive
    0

    Vivaldi is = Chrome with optimized performance and many many many customization features. It works flawlessly and me after trying and working with all browsers, I'm more than confident to say that Vivaldi is THE Browser we all need.

    3 of 54 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Vivaldi is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Vivaldi is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
    • Vivaldi is Privacy focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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  6. Tor Browser icon

    Tor Browser

     1050 likes

    Experience true privacy online with a portable browser offering built-in proxy, encryption, and tracker blocking. Navigate without revealing location or browsing data, enjoying ad-free, secure surfing across platforms like Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android with no installation hassle.

    69 Tor Browser alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Tor
    • OpenBSD
    • Flathub
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    Comments about Tor Browser as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: The Tor Browser is widely praised for its strong privacy and security features, earning compliments for its ability to provide anonymity and protect user data against tracking. While it's considered more secure than Google Chrome, it has noted drawbacks, including slower loading times and compatibility issues with certain websites due to its stringent privacy protocols. Users commend its open-source nature and suitability for those prioritizing privacy and anti-censorship.
    Top Positive Comment
    riveravaldez
    13

    Firefox-based, with privacy/anonymity.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -2

    Way less secure than normal browsers when used regularly like when logging into accounts

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    HAK3R4LIFE
    Positive
    0

    Must use with lokinet for maximum security.

    3 of 20 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Tor Browser is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Tor Browser is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Tor Browser is Privacy focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  7. Chromium icon

    Chromium

     1140 likes

    Open-source browser project offering strong security, fast performance, and stability with broad support for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, extensive customization, frequent security updates, minimal default tracking, and foundation for multiple browsers.

    195 Chromium alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • TrueOS
    • Xfce
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Chromium as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Chromium is praised as a lighter, open-source alternative to Google Chrome, offering similar speed, security, and features without Google's proprietary services. Users appreciate its compatibility with Linux and its privacy-friendly nature. However, some issues like problematic video playback, cumbersome installation on Windows, and lack of a Flash player are noted. Despite these drawbacks, its open-source credentials and performance on non-Windows platforms make it a compelling choice.
    Top Positive Comment
    bohdanfetso
    10

    It's more lighter then chrome and have all functions of it

    Top Negative Comment
    williamneis
    15

    It doesn't have a proper installer for Windows. It's very hard to install it compared to Google Chrome. On the other hand, on Linux platform both are easy to install.

    Kelson V
    Positive
    0

    Same engine, same experience, mostly the same features as Chrome, but without being tied directly into Google services.

    3 of 18 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Chromium is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Chromium is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
  8. Waterfox icon

    Waterfox

     416 likes

    Utilize Waterfox for a high-speed, private browsing experience on 64-bit systems. Built on Firefox, it taps into Intel's C++ compiler for optimal performance, supports legacy extensions, allows full customization, and blocks ads by default, ensuring utmost control and security.

    86 Waterfox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    Desktop
     
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    Comments about Waterfox as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Waterfox is praised for being a strong Firefox fork with powerful features like 64-bit support and compatibility with Chrome, Edge, and Firefox extensions. Users appreciate its open-source nature and lack of telemetry data collection, offering more privacy than Chrome. However, some note it disables some Firefox security features and looks dated with compatibility issues with some extensions. Waterfox is seen as a lightweight, customizable, and private browser, though it doesn't compete with Chrome's speed.
    Top Positive Comment
    TerrifiedTyphlosion
    7

    If you haven't left Google Chrome because you think other browsers can't compete with its speed (which, in my experience, hasn't been completely true), try Waterfox out. It comes with the added bonus of being far more privacy-oriented than either Chrome or Firefox.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    7

    Compared to Firefox (from where it was forked on), Waterfox looks pretty dated and some extensions refuses to be installed due to this -- depending on what extension you want, you may have troubles.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    better than chrome, best firefox fork out there

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 12 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Waterfox is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Waterfox is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Waterfox is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  10. ungoogled-chromium icon

    ungoogled-chromium

     251 likes

    Open-source web browser eliminates Google integration, disables background communications, strips non-free binaries, and includes privacy-focused patches and scripts for full transparency, control, and compatibility with Chromium extensions across major platforms.

    205 ungoogled-chromium alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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    Comments about ungoogled-chromium as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Ungoogled Chromium is highlighted as a preferred choice for privacy-conscious users seeking a Chrome-like experience without Google's reach. However, it faces criticism for lacking proprietary codecs, plugins, and a straightforward installation process, with no self-update mechanism leading to potential security issues. Positive comments praise its ability to deliver a Chromium experience devoid of bloatware, but negative remarks focus on setup challenges and missing features compared to Chrome.
    Top Positive Comment
    ddoron
    6

    Almost identical with modifications to remove google's reach.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    6

    No proper executable (exe) file to install it, you should compile it to be able to install Ungoogled Chromium on Windows.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    HAK3R4LIFE
    Positive
    0

    SO MUCH BETTER than the googled version.

    3 of 14 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks ungoogled-chromium is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • ungoogled-chromium is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • ungoogled-chromium is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  11. Opera icon

    Opera

     1821 likes

    A fast, secure web browser with advanced privacy features like a built-in VPN with ad blocking, Speed Dial, smart AI, cloud sync, picture-in-picture mode, and easy extensibility through plugins and extensions.

    232 Opera alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Opera as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Opera is praised for its innovative features like a built-in VPN, ad blocker, and a user-friendly UI, offering a viable alternative to Google Chrome. It is noted for its efficient tab management, light resource usage, and speed, making it suitable for low-end devices. However, some users have privacy concerns due to its ownership by a Chinese company and partial open-source status. Despite that, it remains favored for its non-Google branding and feature set that surpasses Chrome in certain areas.
    Top Positive Comment
    Refalm
    6

    It's like Chrome. But without the resource hogging and Google crap.

    Top Negative Comment
    LinuxDoge
    11

    Shady. Not more shady than Chrome, but likely as bad.

    ratsniffa
    2

    Tons of features and great UI, but was bought out by a Chinese company, so it might not respect your privacy as much as it seems.

    3 of 29 comments
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    • Most users think Opera is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Opera is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
  12. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     329 likes

    Chromium-based web browser for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android with Chrome extension support, smart security, privacy tools, syncing of history and bookmarks, immersive reader, PDF tools, Collections for organizing content, and customizable new tab layouts.

    228 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    Comments about Microsoft Edge as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Comment summary: Microsoft Edge receives praise for its lower resource usage compared to Google Chrome, with many users finding it faster and valuing its privacy focus. It supports Chrome extensions due to its Chromium base, appealing to users switching from Chrome. Enhanced features and native Windows integration attract positive feedback, though some criticize Edge's bloat and privacy issues. Others prefer open-source options due to its proprietary nature.
    Top Positive Comment
    Cody Pertuit
    7

    I've switched over from Chrome completely. I find that the Chromium based edge is much better than Chrome. Less resource usage on my machine.

    Top Negative Comment
    John Fastman
    32

    If you want to use a browser's Incognito mode (called Private Browsing in Firefox and Safari), you don't want where you go to be recorded in files stored on your computer. Microsoft Edge DOES store info about where you've been, even if you've been there using its InPrivate mode. (http://betanews.com/2016/01/30/stop-using-microsoft-edges-inprivate-mode-if-you-value-your-privacy/). Switch to an open source browser. There are plenty of good ones.

    Ubell
    0

    The mouse gestures are now included and very convenient.

    However, news that I had hidden on the top page are displayed without my knowledge. If the ads displayed there were not the worst, I would use Edge.

    3 of 22 comments
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    • Most users think Microsoft Edge is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Microsoft Edge is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
  13. Pale Moon icon

    Pale Moon

     401 likes

    This open-source Goanna-based browser for Windows, Linux, Mac, and FreeBSD offers customization, security, and privacy. Forked from Firefox, it's optimized for modern processors, ad-free, and supports unique extensions, community-backed. Comes with a functional status bar, supports NPAPI plugins.

    197 Pale Moon alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
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    Comments about Pale Moon as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    krbngls
    Positive
    14

    It's the old Firefox!!! Loved it!

    Google Chrome Icon
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    • Almost everyone thinks Pale Moon is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Pale Moon is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Pale Moon is Lightweight, Privacy focused and Security-focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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    LibreWolf

     323 likes

    LibreWolf is a community-maintained, privacy and performance-enhanced browser forked from Firefox, independent of Mozilla. It uses over 500 settings to limit telemetry, offers an Extensions Firewall, supports all major systems, and is developed free from corporate influence.

    92 LibreWolf alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Linux Mint
    • Arch Linux
    • Gentoo
    • Flathub
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • OpenBSD
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  15. Safari icon

    Safari

     556 likes

    The best browser for your Mac is the one that comes with your Mac. Safari is faster and more energy efficient than other browsers. Handy tools help you save, find, and share your favorite sites. Built-in privacy features help keep your browsing your business.

    200 Safari alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Safari as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Top Positive Comment
    jxewing
    4

    Longer battery life on MacBook Pro.

    The Linux Maniac
    Positive
    -2

    Safari Shouldn't Be Ignored Anymore, With Many Good Features Such As Malicious URL Blocking, Safari Is The Best Browser For Apple Devices, Oh, Also Safari Turns Out Can Be Installed On Windows, Just An Old Version Of It

    Guest
    Positive
    -3

    Great design, minimalistic looks. If you are in the Apple ecosystem is great. The downside is that it has no extension for example LastPass for password manager and DF Tube for YouTube, if you can live without extensions... its a great browser.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
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    • Most users think Safari is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Safari is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
    • Safari is LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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