Chrome Alternatives for Android

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   Mozilla Firefox

    7750 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.

   271 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Web Browser

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • BSD
   • HUAWEI AppGallery
   • iPad
   • AppImageHub
   • Snapcraft
   • Linux Mobile
   • Flathub
   • Samsung Galaxy Store
   • PortableApps.com
   • Haiku
   • Flatpak
   • Homebrew
   • Chocolatey
   • Gecko
   • F-Droid

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Mozilla Firefox vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by LinuxDoge · Jun 28, 2022

   Easy to use. You can make it extremely secure using one file. Perfect extension support. All the features of Chrome, without being a data harvester.

   Positive comment by El Vengamas · Sep 15, 2026

   Google Chrome and company stinks for real.

   Positive comment by venture2935 · Aug 26, 2026

   The only browser not based on chromium.

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   • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
   • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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   Brave

    1327 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.

   278 Brave alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (MPL-2.0)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Web Browser
   • Ad Blocker

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Snapcraft
   • Epic Games Store
   • Flathub
   • Samsung Galaxy Store
   • F-Droid
   • Homebrew
   • Chocolatey

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Brave vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by John Fastman · Dec 20, 2016

   Brave is an effort to make a Chrome-like experience based on the Chromium code base and remove/block all the spyware Google put in to monitor your online activity. Brave is good, but it's not as good/flexible as Iridium.

   Top Negative Comment by CatarinaTeles · Feb 11, 2021

   While it shares 99% of chrome code base, it as advertisements enabled by default

   Positive comment by Clippy · Oct 3, 2026

   Brave is what Google Chrome would be if google wasnt evil

   Brave is the ideal daily driver for users who want a plug-and-play browser experience: fast, secure, private, and feature rich

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   • Brave is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
   • Brave is Privacy focused and Security-focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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   Tor Browser

    1140 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.

   81 Tor Browser alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (MPL-2.0)

   Application type

   • Web Browser

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • Flathub
   • OpenBSD

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Tor Browser vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by riveravaldez · Sep 22, 2018

   Firefox-based, with privacy/anonymity.

   Positive comment by HAK3R4LIFE · May 19, 2025

   Must use with lokinet for maximum security.

   Positive comment by eric-scoles · Feb 28, 2025

   The best turnkey privacy-oriented browser I'm familiar with.

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   • Tor Browser is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
   • Tor Browser is Privacy focused and DecentralizedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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   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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   Vivaldi

    1334 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.

   205 Vivaldi alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Proprietary

   Application type

   • Web Browser

   Origin

   • Norway

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • HUAWEI AppGallery
   • iPad
   • openSUSE
   • Snapcraft
   • Android Auto
   • Flathub
   • Samsung Galaxy Store
   • Fedora
   • Ubuntu
   • Debian

   • Norway

   

   

   

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   Vivaldi vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by zerush · Dec 23, 2017

   Chrome is a good browser, but Vivaldi far surpasses it and is improving with each update. For me it is the best browser today with a great community behind

   Positive comment by Gwrvan Barré · Nov 25, 2025

   It's the best ! It's privacy first. It has all the functions you could dream of. It is the most unique browser in the world ! Try it ! You will love it !

   Positive comment by Hossein Amjad · Sep 20, 2025

   Vivaldi is = Chrome with optimized performance and many many many customization features. It works flawlessly and me after trying and working with all browsers, I'm more than confident to say that Vivaldi is THE Browser we all need.

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   • Vivaldi is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
   • Vivaldi is Privacy focusedGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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   Chromium

    1157 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.

   211 Chromium alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Web Browser

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • BSD
   • TrueOS
   • Xfce
   • Flathub
   • Snapcraft

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Chromium vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by bohdanfetso · Nov 12, 2016

   It's more lighter then chrome and have all functions of it

   Top Negative Comment by williamneis · Aug 4, 2018

   It doesn't have a proper installer for Windows. It's very hard to install it compared to Google Chrome. On the other hand, on Linux platform both are easy to install.

   Positive comment by Kelson V · Jul 25, 2022

   Same engine, same experience, mostly the same features as Chrome, but without being tied directly into Google services.

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   • Chromium is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
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   Waterfox

    466 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.

   105 Waterfox alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Web Browser

   Origin

   • United Kingdom

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • Android Tablet
   • Flathub

   • United Kingdom

   

   

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   Waterfox vs Google Chrome Comments

   Top Positive Comment by TerrifiedTyphlosion · May 6, 2019

   If you haven't left Google Chrome because you think other browsers can't compete with its speed (which, in my experience, hasn't been completely true), try Waterfox out. It comes with the added bonus of being far more privacy-oriented than either Chrome or Firefox.

   Top Negative Comment by Guest · Feb 13, 2020

   Compared to Firefox (from where it was forked on), Waterfox looks pretty dated and some extensions refuses to be installed due to this -- depending on what extension you want, you may have troubles.

   Positive comment by Guest · Aug 19, 2026

   no google by default, and built in adblocker

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   • Waterfox is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
   • Waterfox is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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    Opera

     1828 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.

    254 Opera alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    • Web Browser

    Origin

    • Norway

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    • Chrome OS

    • Norway

    

    

    

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    Opera vs Google Chrome Comments

    Top Positive Comment by Refalm · May 16, 2017

    It's like Chrome. But without the resource hogging and Google crap.

    Top Negative Comment by LinuxDoge · Jun 28, 2022

    Shady. Not more shady than Chrome, but likely as bad.

    Comment by ratsniffa · Jun 22, 2022

    Tons of features and great UI, but was bought out by a Chinese company, so it might not respect your privacy as much as it seems.

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    • Opera is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
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    Microsoft Edge

     342 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.

    246 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    • Web Browser

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

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

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Top Positive Comment by Cody Pertuit · Aug 21, 2020

    I've switched over from Chrome completely. I find that the Chromium based edge is much better than Chrome. Less resource usage on my machine.

    Top Negative Comment by John Fastman · Dec 20, 2016

    If you want to use a browser's Incognito mode (called Private Browsing in Firefox and Safari), you don't want where you go to be recorded in files stored on your computer. Microsoft Edge DOES store info about where you've been, even if you've been there using its InPrivate mode. (http://betanews.com/2016/01/30/stop-using-microsoft-edges-inprivate-mode-if-you-value-your-privacy/). Switch to an open source browser. There are plenty of good ones.

    Comment by Ubell · Jul 7, 2024

    The mouse gestures are now included and very convenient.

    However, news that I had hidden on the top page are displayed without my knowledge. If the ads displayed there were not the worst, I would use Edge.

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    • Microsoft Edge is Free and ProprietaryGoogle Chrome is also Free and Proprietary
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    Cromite

     91 likes

    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.

    54 Cromite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

    Application typeApplication types

    • Web Browser
    • Ad Blocker

    Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid

    • Global

    

    

    

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    Positive comment by Guest · May 16, 2024

    I like this app coz it has no useless features and does the basics properly. No ads, less tracking, lightweight.

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    • Cromite is Free and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • Cromite is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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    DuckDuckGo Browser

     93 likes

    Privacy-focused open-source smartphone browser by DuckDuckGo blocks trackers, enforces encrypted connections, and provides a Privacy Grade. Partners with 'Terms of Service Didn't Read' and offers features like tabs, bookmarks, and autocomplete, keeping search data private.

    194 DuckDuckGo Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (Apache-2.0)

    Application type

    • Web Browser

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Top Positive Comment by demianmasks · Mar 1, 2025

    I like DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser as an alternative because of how it treats data as it deserve: privacy !

    Positive comment by brandirolsen · Jan 17, 2023

    Duck duck go does have a desktop version for Mac now. I am using it now. You must have the mobile version and request the version for your desktop through the settings of your mobile app. It takes a little while but it works well.

    Comment by Tibbe · Mar 2, 2022

    It is good, but unfortunately only mobile. It depends on the web renderer the system provides, it would be better to my opinion if it used Servo for example.

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    • DuckDuckGo Browser is Freemium and Open SourceGoogle Chrome is Free and Proprietary
    • DuckDuckGo Browser is Privacy focused and LightweightGoogle Chrome is not according to our users
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    Brave Origin

     28 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.

    70 Brave Origin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source (MPL-2.0)

    Application type

    • Web Browser

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid

    • United States

    

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    Arc Browser

     64 likes

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

    51 Arc Browser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    • Web Browser

    Origin

    • United States

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone

    • United States

    

    

    

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