Brave Alternatives

Brave is described as 'Fast, secure browser with built-in ad block, privacy controls, and global tracking protections. Optimizes data, speed, and battery life' and is a leading Web Browser in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Brave for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, Linux and Android Tablet apps. The best Brave alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Brave are Tor Browser, Vivaldi, Zen Browser and LibreWolf.

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  1. Orion Browser icon
     57 likes

    WebKit-based privacy browser supporting Chrome and Firefox extensions, zero telemetry, built-in ad-blocker, anti-tracking for enhanced privacy, native macOS and iOS integration, lightweight performance, battery-saving technology, and a streamlined browsing experience.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  2. Falkon icon
     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).

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
    • Snapcraft
     
  3. Brave Origin icon
     24 likes

    Minimalist privacy browser offering ad-free browsing, no cryptocurrency features, and core Shields protection. Includes one-time activation for devices, supports ongoing updates, cross-platform use, and retains open-source, privacy, and security benefits.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  4. Vanadium icon
     45 likes

    Privacy and security enhanced releases of Chromium for GrapheneOS. Vanadium provides the WebView and standard user-facing browser on GrapheneOS.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  5. Arc Browser icon
     63 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  6. Midori icon
     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.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
     
  7. GNU IceCat icon
     128 likes

    Gnuzilla is the GNU version of the Mozilla suite, and GNU IceCat is the GNU version of the Mozilla Firefox browser. Its main advantage is an ethical one: it is entirely free software.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
     
  8. Iridium Browser icon
     93 likes

    Iridium Browser is a free, open, and libre browser modification of the Chromium code base, with privacy being enhanced in several key areas.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    The latest version (2024.01.120) is from January 2024.

    Iridium Browser vs Brave Comments
    John Fastman
    Positive
    6

    This is certainly a good replacement for Brave. Both Brave and Iridium and based on the Chromium code base and both are adjusted to maximize privacy in browsing. However, Iridium has done it in a more flexible way, whilst Brave even vets which addons it permits you to install. My guess is you'd be happier with Iridium.

    • Iridium Browser is Free and Open SourceBrave is also Free and Open Source
  9. Iceraven icon
     41 likes

    A web browser for Android, based on Mozilla's Fenix version of Firefox, GeckoView and Mozilla Android Components.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. Nook Browser icon
     16 likes

    Minimal browser for Mac featuring sidebar-first navigation, “Rooms” for grouping tasks, open-source code, privacy-focused local data storage, fast performance, modern UI, native macOS APIs, support for extensions, and user-driven development.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. Opera Mini icon
     352 likes

    Experience fast mobile browsing with Opera Mini, which compresses web pages for quicker loading and up to 90% data savings. Enjoy features like Speed Dial, tab browsing, a dedicated download manager, and unique compression modes on Android and iOS for enhanced performance.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
     
  12. FireDragon icon
     22 likes

    FireDragon, derived from Floorp and based on Firefox ESR, integrates KDE through OpenSUSE patches. Includes Ublock Origin, a customizable sidebar, vertical tabs, and more.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
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