The Best Chromium AlternativesTop Web Browsers and other similar apps like Chromium

Chromium is described as 'Open-source browser project forming the codebase for other browsers, with strong security, stability, frequent updates, and wide platform compatibility' and is a leading Web Browser in the web browsers category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Chromium for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best Chromium alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Chromium are Brave, Zen Browser, Google Chrome and Tor Browser.

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  1. Mozilla Firefox icon

    Mozilla Firefox

     7528 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.

    246 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

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    • 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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    Comments about Mozilla Firefox as an Alternative to Chromium
    Top Positive Comment
    John Fastman
    3

    Mozilla aren't perfect, but Firefox is, overall, still the best browser out there. Just some of the reasons: it's open source (trustworthy), doesn't spy on you like Chrome, has encrypted bookmarks/tabs/settings sync, lots of extensions and a huge array of options under the about:config menu.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It’s better in font rendering.

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

    good for privacy, uses gecko instead of chromium, and doesnt make adblockers worse, pretty pog

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
    Mozilla Firefox icon
    Mozilla Firefox icon
    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceChromium is also Free and Open Source
    • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Customizable, Security-focused and LightweightChromium is not according to our users
  2. Brave icon

    Brave

     1170 likes

    Fast, secure browser integrating ad and tracker blockage, privacy features, and VPN. Offers seamless performance with data and battery optimization, faster loads by blocking pop-ups and ads. Safeguards user privacy with tracking protections and built-in brave search.

    248 Brave alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    Comments about Brave as an Alternative to Chromium
    John Fastman
    Positive
    -2

    Brave is an open source, privacy-oriented browser made by taking Chromium and removing all the bullsh*t that phones home to Google. It also has a built-in ad blocker and some other privacy-protecting features. Excellent, but you should still tweak the settings a little before you're fully protected.

    Brave icon
    Brave icon
    • Brave is Free and Open SourceChromium is also Free and Open Source
    • Brave is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableChromium is not according to our users
  4. Zen Browser icon

    Zen Browser

     287 likes

    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.

    104 Zen Browser alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  6. Google Chrome icon

    Google Chrome

     4957 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.

    86 Google Chrome alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Comments about Google Chrome as an Alternative to Chromium
    Alex
    Negative
    4

    Chromium is Open-source, Chrome is not.

    Kelson V
    -1

    I mean, yeah, Chrome is the more "complete" version of Chromium, but it really wants to tie you into Google's services. If you're OK with that, sure, but otherwise you might want to use plain Chromium or one of the many other Chromium-based browsers out there.

    HAK3R4LIFE
    Negative
    0

    framework vs browser not similar

    Google Chrome icon
    Google Chrome icon
    • Google Chrome is Free and ProprietaryChromium is Free and Open Source
    • Google Chrome is CustomizableChromium is not according to our users
  7. Tor Browser icon

    Tor Browser

     1054 likes

    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.

    69 Tor Browser alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Tor
    • OpenBSD
    • Flathub
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    Comments about Tor Browser as an Alternative to Chromium
    dabockster
    Negative
    0

    Absolutely overkill unless you're trying to whistleblow or escape a dictatorship.

    Tor Browser icon
    Tor Browser icon
    • Tor Browser is Free and Open SourceChromium is also Free and Open Source
    • Tor Browser is Privacy focusedChromium is not according to our users
  8. Vivaldi icon

    Vivaldi

     1275 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.

    183 Vivaldi alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • 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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    Comments about Vivaldi as an Alternative to Chromium
    Kelson V
    Positive
    0

    The plain version of Chromium isn't quite a complete application, because it leaves gaps to be filled in by Google services. Vivaldi fills in those gaps with its own code and services, and doesn't clutter the browser up with things like crypto wallets or meditation sounds.

    Guest
    Positive
    -3

    Full browser with many features for productivity. Web panel on the side. Great for whatsapp and messenger ... Native reading mode. Display tabs side by side. Option to add Notes native. full of features for productivity and customization. Vivaldi is Outstanding! I abandoned all other browsers. Goodbye Chrome, Goodbye Opera.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Vivaldi icon
    Vivaldi icon
    • Vivaldi is Free and ProprietaryChromium is Free and Open Source
    • Vivaldi is Customizable and Privacy focusedChromium is not according to our users
  10. ungoogled-chromium icon

    ungoogled-chromium

     252 likes

    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.

    204 ungoogled-chromium alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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    Comments about ungoogled-chromium as an Alternative to Chromium
    dabockster
    Negative
    0

    Several quality of life features are missing such as an update checker and out of the box support for the Chrome Web Store.

    John Fastman
    Positive
    6

    An excellent choice. This is Chromium but with all the spyware bits removed that phone home to Google. Alternatives at this level include Iridium and Brave. Otherwise, I recommend Firefox as the best all-round browser. All three are open source and Firefox is particularly configurable.

    Guest
    Positive
    3

    It's Chrome, without Google parts and tracking.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    ungoogled-chromium icon
    ungoogled-chromium icon
    • ungoogled-chromium is Free and Open SourceChromium is also Free and Open Source
    • ungoogled-chromium is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightChromium is not according to our users
  11. Floorp icon

    Floorp

     126 likes

    Open-source browser based on Firefox, combining advanced privacy and tracking protection with a Chromium-inspired interface, cross-platform support, customization options, compatibility with Firefox extensions, regular updates, efficient performance, and multilingual support.

    138 Floorp alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Floorp screenshot 1
     
  12. Waterfox icon

    Waterfox

     417 likes

    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.

    86 Waterfox alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    Desktop
     
  13. 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.

    231 Opera alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Snapcraft
    Opera screenshot 1
     
  14. Helium Browser icon

    Helium Browser

     60 likes

    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.

    58 Helium Browser alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    Helium Browser screenshot 1
     
  15. IronFox icon

    IronFox

     46 likes

    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.

    71 IronFox alternatives

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    IronFox screenshot 1
     
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