Internet Explorer Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Internet Explorer for Windows and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Internet Explorer and many of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Internet Explorer are Google Chrome, Vivaldi, Chromium and Opera.

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  1. Mozilla Firefox icon

    Mozilla Firefox

     7547 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.

    251 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
    Firefox Desktop (Light Theme)
     
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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.

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

    On android it is a little slow

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    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

     4959 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.

    90 Google Chrome alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    Main Window
     
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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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • 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

     1281 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.

    188 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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    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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • 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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  6. Chromium icon

    Chromium

     1144 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.

    199 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
  7. Opera icon

    Opera

     1822 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.

    236 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
    Opera screenshot 1
     
  8. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     332 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.

    230 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    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.

    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.

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

    Pale Moon

     400 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.

    199 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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • 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

     240 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.

    180 Firefox Developer Edition alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    SeaMonkey

     241 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.

    187 SeaMonkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    SeaMonkey screenshot 1
     
  13. Midori icon

    Midori

     255 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.

    133 Midori alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    Midori new Tab
     
  14. Yandex Browser icon

    Yandex Browser

     184 likes

    Yandex Browser is a simple and easy-to-use internet browser. Based on the Chromium technology platform, it loads pages quickly, just shows you what you need and gives you plenty of space for viewing webpages.

    175 Yandex Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Yandex Browser screenshot 1
     
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