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The best open source alternative to Brave is Mozilla Firefox. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Brave and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Brave are Tor Browser, Zen Browser, LibreWolf and Chromium.

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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

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    • Free
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • 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 Brave
    Comment summary: Comments reveal that Mozilla Firefox is praised for customization and add-ons but criticized for default privacy settings, lacking Brave's ad-blocking and tracking prevention. Firefox is noted for its own engine and synchronization capabilities, while some view Brave as faster and better for privacy. Several users mention that Firefox offers great customization and a large array of add-ons but lacks some privacy-focused features that are native to Brave.
    Top Positive Comment
    RemovedUser
    13

    Brave may block third-party trackers, but it collects data on you and will gladly share your information with third-parties, as shown by Switched to Linux. Mozilla, on the other hand, doesn't collect data on you unless you allow them, and you can download extensions that block third-party trackers.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Duplicake
    3

    Because the tracking prevention is way worse. The extension page with recommended extensions, for example, sends telemetry data to Google. Also, Google is the default search engine, which just screams tracking to me.

    dabockster
    0

    Good base browser still but Mozilla is increasingly adding bundled paid services into it. I understand they have to find other sources of funding besides Google donations, but it's still something to be aware of.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Mozilla Firefox is a great Brave alternative.

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

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

    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • Mozilla Firefox is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
  2. Tor Browser icon

    Tor Browser

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    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.

    66 Tor Browser alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Linux
    • Android
    • OpenBSD
    • Tor
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    Comments about Tor Browser as an Alternative to Brave
    Top Positive Comment
    coralinecastell
    5

    The most privacy-oriented browser there is. However, due to its learning curve and different setup, it's easier to use by the power user. If you don't want to learn how to use Tor, go with Firefox. Brave collects your data and displays you ads.

    Top Negative Comment
    dabockster
    0

    Absolute overkill unless you live under an oppressive government. Not for normal use.

    Duplicake
    Positive
    1

    This is not for everyday use. It's super slow and just isn't for normal use.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Tor Browser is a great Brave alternative.

    • Tor Browser is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
  4. Zen Browser icon

    Zen Browser

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    Experience a privacy-focused, open-source browser rich with features like vertical tabs, Split View, Zen Glance, and extensive security protocols. Built on Firefox, it's currently in beta, emphasizing privacy and adaptability, with future plans for horizontal tabs.

    99 Zen Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Zen Browser as an Alternative to Brave
    dabockster
    0

    Promising but still early to the game. The Firefox backend is really nice, though.

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    • Zen Browser is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • Zen Browser is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
  5. LibreWolf icon

    LibreWolf

     310 likes
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    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.

    89 LibreWolf alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Linux Mint
    • Arch Linux
    • Gentoo
    • Flathub
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • OpenBSD
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    Comments about LibreWolf as an Alternative to Brave
    Duplicake
    Positive
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    I would say the best alternative to brave. Very powerful tracker blocking, free and open source and just an amazing browser. Only problem is the librewolf settings don't sync, which is annoying for me since I distro hop.

    dabockster
    Positive
    1

    The new "true" Firefox. Modern Firefox but without Mozilla's bloatware. Default privacy settings are a bit extreme for regular use, but can be tweaked down accordingly.

    Kelson V
    Positive
    1

    Its privacy features are comparable to Brave's, and it isn't loaded down with all the AI/crypto stuff.

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    • Almost everyone thinks LibreWolf is a great Brave alternative.

    • LibreWolf is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • LibreWolf is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
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    Chromium

     1139 likes
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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

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • BSD
    • TrueOS
    • Xfce
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    Waterfox

     406 likes
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    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.

    81 Waterfox alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Android Tablet
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    Comments about Waterfox as an Alternative to Brave
    Guest
    Positive
    6

    Similar to FireFox, it does NOT share any information, it's basically like FireFox on steroids (in a good way). I personally use Waterfox and I think it is really good.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    5

    Very much privacy focused and there are many great plugins. Read up on how to shut off WebRTC, it is simple and protects your privacy.

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

    A much improved Firefox fork. Performs comparably to Brave, can be customized for similar functionality.

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    • Most users think Waterfox is a great Brave alternative.

    • Waterfox is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • Waterfox is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
  9. Mullvad Browser icon

    Mullvad Browser

     118 likes
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    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.

    95 Mullvad Browser alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Comments about Mullvad Browser as an Alternative to Brave
    Tom
    Positive
    2

    It's like using Tor Browser but without using the Tor network

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    • Almost everyone thinks Mullvad Browser is a great Brave alternative.

    • Mullvad Browser is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • Mullvad Browser is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
  10. ungoogled-chromium icon

    ungoogled-chromium

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    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.

    202 ungoogled-chromium alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
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    Comments about ungoogled-chromium as an Alternative to Brave
    dabockster
    Negative
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    More like GNU/Chromium. Won't let you install extensions from the Chrome Web Store. Won't play any kind of DRM content out of the box. Cryptic errors occasionally.

    Very hostile for the average person.

    RemovedUser
    Positive
    1

    De-bloated Chromium with all of the tracking elements removed. Not suitable for office work though.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks ungoogled-chromium is a great Brave alternative.

    • ungoogled-chromium is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • ungoogled-chromium is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
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    Floorp

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    The Floorp project is a project that seeks privacy and a balance between anonymity and the public nature of the web.

    135 Floorp alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about Floorp as an Alternative to Brave
    MrLegit
    Positive
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    If you look for a firefox alternative. This is a very good one!

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    • Floorp is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
    • Floorp is LightweightBrave is not according to our users
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    Helium Browser

     49 likes
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    Chromium browser with open-source ad, tracker, and cryptominer blocking by default, zero tracking, customizable privacy controls, proxy-anonymized extension downloads, split view, and efficient, unobtrusive interface for full extension compatibility.

    55 Helium Browser alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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    IronFox

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    IronFox is a fork of DivestOS's Mull Browser based on Firefox. Our goal is to continue the legacy of Mull to provide a secure, hardened and privacy-oriented browser for daily use.

    69 IronFox alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    Cromite

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    Cromite is a Chromium fork focusing on privacy, featuring built-in ad-blocking, user agent customization for privacy, DNS adjustments for security, and anti-fingerprinting measures to ensure user safety throughout browsing sessions.

    46 Cromite alternatives

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    • F-Droid
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