Torch Browser Alternatives for Linux

Torch Browser is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Mozilla Firefox, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Torch Browser and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Torch Browser are Tor Browser, Google Chrome, Vivaldi and Opera.

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Torch Browser Extension is based on the Chromium technology platform, giving it fast browsing capabilities. With Torch, you can share sites you like, download torrents, accelerate downloads and grab...

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Torch Browser alternatives page was last updated Aug 12, 2024
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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.

    233 Mozilla Firefox alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Gecko
    Firefox Desktop (Light Theme)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Customizable
    3.  Security-focused
    4.  Clean design

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Cloud Sync
    3.  Non profit
    4.  Tracking Protection
    5.  Privacy settings
    6.  AdBlock Friendly
    7.  Themes
    8.  Integrated PDF Viewer
    9.  Support for HTML5
    10.  Tab containers
    11.  Bookmark Organization
    12.  Website screenshots

    Mozilla Firefox VS Torch Browser

     

    • Most users think Mozilla Firefox is a great Torch Browser alternative.

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

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

    • Mozilla Firefox is Free and Open SourceTorch Browser is Free and Proprietary
    • Mozilla Firefox is Privacy focused, Customizable and Security-focusedTorch Browser 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.

    50 Tor Browser alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • OpenBSD
    • Tor
    Tor Browser screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Online Anonymity
    2.  Anticensorship
    3.  Firefox-based Browsers
    4.  Tor
    5.  Hide your IP
    6.  Built-in VPN
    7.  Malicious script blocker
    8.  Multiplatform
    9.  Block Trackers
    10.  No registration required
    11.  No Tracking
    12.  Sync via TOR network

    Tor Browser VS Torch Browser

     
  4. Google Chrome icon

    Google Chrome

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    Web browser with features like cloud sync for data, multiple account support, integrated password manager, dark mode, and real-time website translation. Extensions and themes are supported for customization and enhanced functionality.

    59 Google Chrome alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • PortableApps.com
    Main Window

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Cloud Sync
    3. Android icon  Android Sync
    4.  Bookmark Organization
    5.  Google integration
    6.  Website Translation
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Integrated Password Manager
    9.  Multiplatform
    10.  Incognito mode
    11.  Chromium-based Browsers
    12.  Password sync

    Google Chrome VS Torch Browser

     

    • Almost everyone thinks Google Chrome is a great Torch Browser alternative.

    • Google Chrome is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Torch Browser.

    • Google Chrome is Free and ProprietaryTorch Browser is also Free and Proprietary
    • Google Chrome is CustomizableTorch Browser is not according to our users
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    Opera icon
    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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  6. Vivaldi icon

    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.

    164 Vivaldi alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NO flagNorway

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    Vivaldi v7.0 for desktop Dashboard

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  User friendly
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Tab Stacking
    2.  Support for Chrome extensions
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Side panel
    5.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    6.  Speed dial
    7.  Sidebar
    8.  Group tabs
    9.  Integrated Email Client
    10.  Quick Command Panel
    11.  Opera-like
    12.  Custom themes

    Vivaldi VS Torch Browser

     
  7. Opera icon

    Opera

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    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.

    217 Opera alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NO flagNorway

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Built-in VPN
    2.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    3.  Limit ram usage
    4.  Sidebar
    5.  Support for Chrome extensions
    6.  Portable
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Picture in Picture
    9.  Currency Conversion
    10.  Support for Gestures
    11.  Cloud Sync
    12.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Opera VS Torch Browser

     
  8. Microsoft Edge icon

    Microsoft Edge

     316 likes
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    Microsoft's Chromium based browser, rebuilt for performance, compatibility and security.

    209 Microsoft Edge alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    Microsoft Edge screenshot 1

    Top Microsoft Edge Features

    1.  Chromium-based Browsers
    2.  Cloud Sync
    3.  Collections
    4.  PDF annotation
    5.  Integrated PDF Viewer
    6.  Add-ons
    7.  Bookmarks
    8.  Casting to TV
    9.  Reading mode
    10.  MultiTouch
    11.  Website Translation
    12.  Annotate Screenshot

    Microsoft Edge VS Torch Browser

     
  10. Pale Moon icon

    Pale Moon

     392 likes
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    This open-source Goanna-based browser for Windows, Linux, Mac, and FreeBSD offers customization, security, and privacy. Forked from Firefox, it's optimized for modern processors, ad-free, and supports unique extensions, community-backed. Comes with a functional status bar, supports NPAPI plugins.

    180 Pale Moon alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Pale Moon screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Customizable
    3.  Optimal performance
    4.  Privacy focused
    5.  Security-focused
    6.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Based on Goanna engine
    2.  Support for Firefox extensions
    3.  Firefox-based Browsers
    4.  Built-in RSS reader
    5.  Legacy addons support
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  User Custom Toolbar
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Optimized for Windows
    12.  Optimized Firefox

    Pale Moon VS Torch Browser

     
  11. SeaMonkey icon

    SeaMonkey

     235 likes
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    Web-browser, advanced e-mail, newsgroup and feed client, IRC chat, and HTML editing in one application. Itis built on the open source Mozilla Gecko engine, the same code which underlies Thunderbird and is the base for the Firefox browser.

    183 SeaMonkey alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    SeaMonkey screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Integrated Email Client
    2.  Built-in RSS reader
    3.  Add-ons
    4.  Built-in Download Manager
    5.  WYSIWYG Support
    6.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    7.  Portable
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Support for Firefox extensions
    10.  Modular System

    SeaMonkey VS Torch Browser

     
  12. Falkon icon

    Falkon

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    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).

    177 Falkon alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
    Falkon screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Built-in Ad-blocker
    2.  Based on QTWebEngine
    3.  Cross-Platform
    4.  Portable
    5.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    6.  Speed dial
    7.  Fast speed
    8.  Built-in RSS reader
    9.  Multiple languages

    Falkon VS Torch Browser

     
    Comments about Falkon as an Alternative to Torch Browser
    timgray
    Positive •May 13, 2020
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    These are the ONLY Lightweight Web Browsers listed.

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    • Falkon is Free and Open SourceTorch Browser is Free and Proprietary
    • Falkon is LightweightTorch Browser is not according to our users
  13. Yandex Browser icon

    Yandex Browser

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    Yandex Browser is a simple and easy-to-use internet browser. Based on the Chromium technology platform, it loads pages quickly, just shows you what you need and gives you plenty of space for viewing webpages.

    155 Yandex Browser alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Yandex Browser screenshot 1
    Yandex Browser screenshot 2
    Yandex Browser screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Online translation
    2.  Support for Chrome extensions
    3.  Tab Manager
    4.  Chromium-based Browsers
    5.  Website Translation
    6.  Sidebar
    7.  Picture in Picture
    8.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    9.  Text to Speech
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  No registration required

    Yandex Browser VS Torch Browser

     
  14. Iridium Browser icon

    Iridium Browser

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

    161 Iridium Browser alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Iridium Browser screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  Chromium-based Browsers
    2.  Ungoogled
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Portable

    Iridium Browser VS Torch Browser

     
  15. Dot Browser icon

    Dot Browser

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    A privacy-centric web browser, with an elegant UI and a robust built-in ad blocker, all designed with anonymity in mind.

    172 Dot Browser alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NZ flagNew Zealand

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Dot Browser screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    Looks like development stopped. The latest alpha release is from January 2022.

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Block Trackers
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Firefox-based Browsers
    4.  Specific for 64-Bit
    5.  Sidebar
    6.  Material design
    7.  Built-in Ad-blocker

    Dot Browser VS Torch Browser

     
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