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The best Ad Blocker alternative to Google Chrome is Brave, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Google Chrome and 14 are Ad Blockers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Ad Blocker alternatives to Google Chrome are Vivaldi, Opera, Mullvad Browser and DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser.

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  1. Brave icon

    Brave

     1167 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.

    247 Brave alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • 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
  2. 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.

    183 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
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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
  4. 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.

    230 Opera alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    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
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    Opera

    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.

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  6. Mullvad Browser icon

    Mullvad Browser

     125 likes

    The Mullvad Browser is a privacy-focused web browser developed in a collaboration between Mullvad VPN and the Tor Project. It’s designed to minimize tracking and fingerprinting. You could say it’s a Tor Browser to use without the Tor Network.

    97 Mullvad Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  7. DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser icon

    DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser

     73 likes

    Privacy-focused open-source smartphone browser by DuckDuckGo blocks trackers, enforces encrypted connections, and provides a Privacy Grade. Partners with 'Terms of Service Didn't Read' and offers features like tabs, bookmarks, and autocomplete, keeping search data private.

    174 DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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    Comments about DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Top Positive Comment
    demianmasks
    0

    I like DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser as an alternative because of how it treats data as it deserve: privacy !

    brandirolsen
    Positive
    0

    Duck duck go does have a desktop version for Mac now. I am using it now. You must have the mobile version and request the version for your desktop through the settings of your mobile app. It takes a little while but it works well.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Tibbe
    0

    It is good, but unfortunately only mobile. It depends on the web renderer the system provides, it would be better to my opinion if it used Servo for example.

    3 of 5 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  8. Midori icon

    Midori

     253 likes

    Midori is a lightweight, fast, and free web browser. It aligns well with the Xfce philosophy of making the most out of available resources.

    129 Midori alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Android
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    Comments about Midori as an Alternative to Google Chrome
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    Positive
    0

    It's just as fast and I get the search results I ask for

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

    Extremely fast and leightweight.

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    • Most users think Midori is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Midori is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Midori is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  10. Arc Browser icon

    Arc Browser

     55 likes

    Experience a calmer, more personal internet in this browser designed for you. Let go of the clicks, the clutter, the distractions.

    25 Arc Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  11. Slimjet icon

    Slimjet

     59 likes

    Slimjet is a fast, smart and powerful web browser based on the Blink engine. It is built on top of the Chromium open source project, on which Google chrome is also based. Slimjet integrates a lot of powerful and convenient features to help users maximize their online...

    135 Slimjet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about Slimjet as an Alternative to Google Chrome
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Slimjet I have found is the best alternative to Chrome. It's fast & light and you can use all of Chrome & google extensions

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

    One thing I miss from Firefox is the Bookmarks side panel. Slimjet has one if you press Ctrl+I although you can't drag-and-drop from the URL to the side panel. The main reasons I run Slimjet is an alternative to my company's modified version of Chrome on my company laptop, so I have my own profile loaded instead of my work profile, and because it seems to handle some sites better than Firefox.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    SonN
    Positive
    -3

    It is a lighter version of Chrome, no tracking and with lots of essential features intergrated like adblock.

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    • Most users think Slimjet is a great Google Chrome alternative.

    • Slimjet is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
    • Slimjet is LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
  13. Quetta icon

    Quetta

     15 likes

    Browsing reinvented with cutting-edge ad removal, lightning-fast speeds, and robust data protection through biometric encryption.

    94 Quetta alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. Privacy Browser icon

    Privacy Browser

     21 likes

    Privacy Browser protects your privacy by disabling features like JavaScript, DOM storage, and cookies that are used by websites to track users. Settings can be adjusted by domain and on-the-fly to enable these features when needed.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  15. Opera Neon icon

    Opera Neon

     6 likes

    Neon is an agentic AI browser that turns complex prompts into full-scale results. Automate tasks, turn intent into output, and get context-aware assistance all in one browser.

    73 Opera Neon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • Opera Neon is the most popular commercial alternative to Google Chrome.

    • Opera Neon is Paid and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Opera Neon is Privacy focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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