Puffin AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Ad Blockers

The best Ad Blocker alternative to Puffin is Brave, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Puffin and 11 are Ad Blockers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Ad Blocker alternatives to Puffin are Vivaldi, Opera, DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser and Ecosia Browser.

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Puffin speeds up mobile browsing by shifting the workload from the resource-limited devices to the cloud servers, and resource-demanding webpages can run super-fast on your phones or tablets.

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Puffin alternatives page was last updated Aug 18, 2024
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  1. Brave icon
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    Brave

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    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.

    234 Brave alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    Brave screenshot 1
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    Brave screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    2.  Support for TOR
    3.  Chromium-based Browsers
    4.  Block Trackers
    5.  Built-in Script Blocker
    6.  Fingerprinting protection
    7.  Cryptocurrency rewards
    8.  HTTPS Support
    9.  AdBlock Friendly
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Earn Money
    12.  Brave shield
    13.  Built-in VPN
    14.  Multi Device Support
    15.  Built-in Torrent client
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    Brave blocks ads but has optional ads which give you BAT (a cryptocurrency that can be used to buy gift cards)

    Positive comment •Nov 2, 2020
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    • Most users think Brave is a great Puffin alternative.

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

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

    • Brave is Free and Open SourcePuffin is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Brave is Privacy focused and Security-focusedPuffin is not according to our users
  2. Vivaldi icon
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    Vivaldi

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    The Vivaldi browser protects you from trackers, blocks unwanted ads, and puts you in control with unique built-in features.

    172 Vivaldi alternatives
    Vivaldi v7.0 for desktop Dashboard

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    Vivaldi v7.0 for desktop Speed-dial
    Vivaldi v7.0 for desktop Tab tiling
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    Vivaldi v7.0 for desktop Tab stacking

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  Tab Stacking
    2.  Support for Chrome extensions
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Side panel
    5.  Speed dial
    6.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    7.  Group tabs
    8.  Sidebar
    9.  Opera-like
    10.  Quick Command Panel
    11.  Custom themes
    12.  Integrated Email Client
    13.  Block Trackers
    14.  Note Manager
    15.  Feed Reader
    16.  Calendar Integration
    17.  Synchronization
    18.  Pop out video
    19.  Visual system design
    20.  Android Sync
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  4. Opera icon
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    Opera

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    Opera is a web browser that integrates new technologies and prioritizes simplicity, speed, and security. It contributes to open web standards and offers a customizable start page, Speed Dial, and a sidebar for quick tab switching and access to services like WhatsApp, Facebook...

    234 Opera alternatives
    Opera screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Kindle Fire
    • Flatpak
    Opera screenshot 1
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    +9
    Opera screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Features

    1.  Built-in VPN
    2.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    3.  Limit ram usage
    4.  Sidebar
    5.  Support for Chrome extensions
    6.  Portable
    7.  Limit cpu usage
    8.  Speed dial
    9.  Bookmarks
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Picture in Picture
    12.  Resume interrupted downloads
    13.  Currency Conversion
    14.  Support for Gestures
    15.  Built-in Download Manager
    16.  Multi panel
    17.  Session Management
    18.  Text Wrapping
    19.  Chromium-based Browsers
    20.  Cloud Sync
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    Opera

    Opera is a web browser that integrates new technologies and prioritizes simplicity, speed, and security. It contributes to open web standards and offers a customizable start page, Speed Dial, and a sidebar for quick tab switching...

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  6. DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser icon
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    DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser

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    Seamlessly take control of your personal information, no matter where the Internet takes you.

    174 DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser alternatives
    DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser screenshot 1
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    DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser screenshot 3

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Lightweight
    4.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  Data Cleansing
    2.  Block Trackers
    3.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  DNS blacklist
    6.  Forces encrypted connection
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  7. Ecosia Browser icon
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    Ecosia Browser

     9 likes
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    Ecosia Browser is the newest product from Ecosia an eco-friendly, fast, ad-free browsing experience that supports reforestation.

    63 Ecosia Browser alternatives
    Ecosia Browser screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Ecosia Browser screenshot 1
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    +3
    Ecosia Browser screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  No registration required
    3.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    4.  Privacy focused
    5.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Block Trackers
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  8. Search Ace icon
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    Search Ace

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    Search Ace is a browser that specializes in web searches and keyword searches, and can save battery and data with an Ad Blocker

    51 Search Ace alternatives
    Search Ace screenshot 1
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    +7
    Search Ace screenshot 3

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch

    Properties

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Block Trackers
    3.  Picture in Picture
    4.  Synonyms
    5.  Keyword Research
    6.  Tracking Protection
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    • Search Ace is the most popular commercial alternative to Puffin.

    • Search Ace is Paid and ProprietaryPuffin is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Search Ace is Privacy focusedPuffin is not according to our users
  10. BadWolf icon
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    BadWolf

     5 likes
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    Minimalist and Privacy Oriented Web Browser.

    191 BadWolf alternatives
    Homepage

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • NetBSD
    • OpenBSD
    Facebook Page

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  No Tracking

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Based on Webkit engine
    3.  Privacy
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  11. Ghostery Dawn icon
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    Ghostery Dawn

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    Ghostery Dawn is a web browser that prioritizes privacy and speed. The latest addition to Ghostery’s privacy suite, Ghostery Dawn integrates new and existing privacy features under one roof.

    37 Ghostery Dawn alternatives
    Ghostery Dawn screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Ghostery
    Ghostery Dawn screenshot 1
    Ghostery Dawn screenshot 2
    +1
    Ghostery Dawn screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  Privacy
    2.  Anti-tracking
    3.  Web-Based
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  12. xScope Browser icon
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    xScope Browser

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    xScope Browser is a fast way to browse the web and your files.

    151 xScope Browser alternatives
    xScope Browser screenshot 1
    xScope Browser screenshot 2
    +5
    xScope Browser screenshot 3

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    xScope Browser Features

    1.  MultiTouch
    2.  Tabbed browsing
    3.  Built-in File Manager
    4.  Built-in Screen Capture
    Discontinued

    The project seems to be no longer updated. Last version, 7.27, released in November 2013, can be still downloaded from Google Play Store.

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  13. Kingpin Private Browser icon
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    Kingpin Private Browser

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    Kingpin is a privacy browser with Ad Blocker and incognito mode always turned on. It doesn't remember browser history, passwords, or cookies. You can use it for browsing sensitive content or browser for more secure online shopping and banking.

    171 Kingpin Private Browser alternatives
    Kingpin Private Browser screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Kingpin Private Browser Features

    1.  Specific for 64-Bit
    2.  HTTPS Support
    Kingpin Private Browser screenshot 1
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  14. FREE browser icon
    FREE browser icon

    FREE browser

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    Simple browser optimized for privacy and personalisation: ad-blocking, cookie-banner auto-denying, and additional GreaseMonkey support and some other features.

    50 FREE browser alternatives
    FREE browser screenshot 1
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    FREE browser screenshot 3

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  No Tracking

    Features

    1.  Block Trackers
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