The Best Internet Explorer AlternativesTop Web Browsers and other similar apps like Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer is described as 'A graphical web browser developed by Microsoft as part of Windows OS since 1995, reaching peak usage with IE5 and IE6 before declining' and is a very popular Web Browser in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Internet Explorer for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPad apps. The best Internet Explorer alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Internet Explorer are Google Chrome, Vivaldi, Chromium and Opera.

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  1. Mozilla Firefox icon

    Mozilla Firefox

     7645 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.

    261 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Gecko
    • Linux Mobile
    More protection from the start
     
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    Mozilla Firefox vs Internet Explorer Comments
    Buster_Blue
    Positive
    10

    More features, more customizable, more platforms, and open source.

    Guest
    Positive
    4

    Open Source and Respects Privacy.

    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    On android it is a little slow

    3 of 4 comments
    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceInternet Explorer is Free and Proprietary
    • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Customizable, Security-focused and LightweightInternet Explorer is not according to our users
  2. Google Chrome icon

    Google Chrome

     4989 likes

    Open-source browser featuring real-time web translation, integrated password manager, dark mode, task-level resource management, multi-user account support, automatic updates, and cross-device sync, available on all major operating systems for secure, efficient browsing.

    103 Google Chrome alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    Google Chrome screenshot 1
     
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    Google Chrome vs Internet Explorer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    IE sucks while Chrome is fast. Chrome is even better than IE.

    • Google Chrome is Free and ProprietaryInternet Explorer is also Free and Proprietary
    • Google Chrome is CustomizableInternet Explorer is not according to our users
  4. Vivaldi icon

    Vivaldi

     1312 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.

    194 Vivaldi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Debian
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • openSUSE
    Vivaldi screenshot 1
     
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    Vivaldi vs Internet Explorer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Vivaldi is in my opinion the greatest alternative to any browser because of it's focus on privacy, customizability and the overall user experience. a browser for even the most extreme maximalists or minimalists among us

    • Vivaldi is Free and ProprietaryInternet Explorer is also Free and Proprietary
    • Vivaldi is Customizable and Privacy focusedInternet Explorer is not according to our users
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    Opera icon
    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.

    https://opera.com
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  6. Chromium icon

    Chromium

     1151 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.

    204 Chromium alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • TrueOS
    • Xfce
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    Start Page
     
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    Chromium vs Internet Explorer Comments
    undeniably_lizard
    Positive
    1

    Make a switch from a browser that is about to die to an open source and privacy protecting alternative. I believe it is a good choice for those who still use IE.

    • Chromium is Free and Open SourceInternet Explorer is Free and Proprietary
  8. Opera icon

    Opera

     1824 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.

    246 Opera alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    • Chrome OS
    Opera screenshot 1
     
  9. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     338 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.

    238 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Xbox
    Microsoft Edge screenshot 1
     
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    Microsoft Edge vs Internet Explorer Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    There is no add-on support and is too tied into the operating system.

    The Linux Maniac
    Positive
    0

    Internet Explorer Is Dying And You Should Replace It With Microsoft Edge, It's The Fastest Browser, Stronger Privacy, And Good Performance.

    • Microsoft Edge is Free and ProprietaryInternet Explorer is also Free and Proprietary
  10. Pale Moon icon

    Pale Moon

     407 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.

    204 Pale Moon alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Pale Moon screenshot 1
     
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    Pale Moon vs Internet Explorer Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Besteht Browser for all IE users

    • Pale Moon is Free and Open SourceInternet Explorer is Free and Proprietary
    • Pale Moon is Lightweight, Customizable, Privacy focused and Security-focusedInternet Explorer is not according to our users
  11. Firefox Developer Edition icon

    Firefox Developer Edition

     244 likes

    Firefox Developer Edition brings you latest features, fast performance, and the development tools you need to build for the open web. Its powerful development tools will extend your ability to work across multiple platforms from one place.

    184 Firefox Developer Edition alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    Firefox Developer Edition screenshot 1
     
  12. Safari icon

    Safari

     559 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.

    209 Safari alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Safari on Mac, iOS, and iPadOS
     
  13. SeaMonkey icon

    SeaMonkey

     249 likes

    Web-browser, advanced e-mail, newsgroup and feed client, IRC chat, and HTML editing in one application. Itis built on the open source Mozilla Gecko engine, the same code which underlies Thunderbird and is the base for the Firefox browser.

    190 SeaMonkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    SeaMonkey screenshot 1
     
  14. Falkon icon

    Falkon

     176 likes

    Falkon, formerly QupZilla, is a QtWebEngine based cross-platform web browser.

    It aims to be a lightweight web browser available through all major platforms.

    Falkon has all standard functions you expect from a web browser. It includes bookmarks, history (both also in sidebar).

    196 Falkon alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
    • Snapcraft
    Falkon screenshot 1
     
  15. Midori icon

    Midori

     258 likes

    Lightweight browser focused on privacy with ad and tracker blocking, integrated VPN and Tor browsing, customizable appearance modes, workspace management for tab organization, support for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and seamless content syncing.

    139 Midori alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    Midori Browser with VPN
     
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