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

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    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.

    243 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
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    Comments about Mozilla Firefox as an Alternative to Internet Explorer
    Buster_Blue
    Positive
    10

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

    Guest
    Positive
    4

    Open Source and Respects Privacy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    On android it is a little slow

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Mozilla Firefox is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

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

    • Mozilla Firefox is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Internet Explorer.

    • 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

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    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.

    82 Google Chrome alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Guest
    Positive
    0

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Google Chrome is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

    • 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

     1267 likes
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    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
    The only web browser powerful enough for you!
     
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    Guest
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    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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Vivaldi icon

    • Most users think Vivaldi is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

    • 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.

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    Chromium

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    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.

    192 Chromium alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
    • TrueOS
    • Xfce
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Chromium as an Alternative to Internet Explorer
    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.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Chromium is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

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

    Opera

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    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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  8. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     327 likes
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    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.

    225 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    Comments about Microsoft Edge as an Alternative to Internet Explorer
    Guest
    Negative
    1

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    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.

    Internet Explorer Icon
    Microsoft Edge icon

    • Most users think Microsoft Edge is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

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

    Pale Moon

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    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.

    195 Pale Moon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Comments about Pale Moon as an Alternative to Internet Explorer
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Besteht Browser for all IE users

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Pale Moon icon

    • Almost everyone thinks Pale Moon is a great Internet Explorer alternative.

    • 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

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    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.

    177 Firefox Developer Edition alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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  12. Safari icon

    Safari

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    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.

    195 Safari alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    SeaMonkey

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    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.

    185 SeaMonkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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  14. Falkon icon

    Falkon

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    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).

    187 Falkon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
    • Snapcraft
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  15. Midori icon

    Midori

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

    126 Midori alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    Midori new Tab
     
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