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Firefox alternatives
Firefox compared with 9 alternatives: Google Chrome, Brave, Zen Browser, Vivaldi, Microsoft Edge and 4 more.
Firefox is free to use. All 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
9 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| FirefoxThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Google Chrome | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Brave | Free plan · from $3.00/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Zen Browser | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Vivaldi | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Edge | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| DuckDuckGo Browser | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Opera | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Orion | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | macOS, Linux, iOS |
| Safari | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
How each one differs from Firefox
- Free
Google Chrome
Google's free browser for desktop and mobile, with Gemini built in
- Google Chrome is free. Firefox is free.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Google Chrome also covers passkeys.
Suits: Google Account users who want the same bookmarks, passwords and tabs on every device
- Free plan · from $3.00/mo
Brave
Open-source browser that blocks ads and trackers by default
- Brave starts at $3.00 per month, or $29.99 per year (Search premium). Firefox is free.
- Firefox is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Brave also covers video calls.
Suits: People who want ads and trackers blocked without installing extensions
- Free
Zen Browser
Free, open-source desktop browser built around vertical tabs
- Zen Browser is free. Firefox is free.
- Only Firefox lists Android and iOS apps.
- Firefox is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Firefox also covers password manager.
Suits: People who prefer vertical tabs and a minimal interface
- Free
Vivaldi
Customizable browser with built-in mail, calendar and feed reader
- Vivaldi is free. Firefox is free.
- Firefox is open source, according to its own site.
- Vivaldi also covers notes, calendar, email client, screenshots and rSS reader.
- Firefox also covers password manager.
Suits: Power users who keep dozens of tabs open
- Free
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft's browser with the Copilot assistant built in
- Microsoft Edge is free. Firefox is free.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Microsoft Edge also covers passkeys.
Suits: Windows users who want Copilot inside the browser
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
DuckDuckGo Browser
Free browser that blocks trackers, ads and cookie pop-ups by default
- DuckDuckGo Browser starts at $9.99 per month, or $99.99 per year (Plus subscription). Firefox is free.
- Only Firefox lists a Linux app.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want tracker and ad blocking with no setup
- Free plan · from $4/mo
Opera
Browser with a built-in ad blocker, free VPN and sidebar messengers
- Opera starts at $4 per month (VPN Pro; billing term for this rate not stated). Firefox is free.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Opera also covers screenshots.
- Firefox also covers password manager.
Suits: People who want an ad blocker and a VPN without installing extensions
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Orion
WebKit browser from Kagi that runs Chrome and Firefox extensions
- Orion starts at $5 per month, $50 per year or $150 lifetime, plus sales tax (Orion+). Firefox is free.
- Only Firefox lists Windows and Android apps.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: Apple users who want Chrome and Firefox extensions on a WebKit browser
- Free
Safari
Apple's built-in browser for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Vision Pro
- Safari is free. Firefox is free.
- Only Firefox lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Firefox is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Safari also covers passkeys and read later.
- Firefox also covers password manager.
Suits: People who use a Mac, iPhone and iPad together
Limits worth knowing in Firefox
- The built-in VPN is capped at 50 GB per month and protects browser traffic only. Mozilla's paid VPN service costs $59.88 per year or $9.99 per month, plus tax.
- Firefox shows optional ads on its homepage to fund development. They can be turned off.
- The built-in VPN has not reached Firefox for Android or iOS; Mozilla's roadmap lists VPN on mobile as upcoming work.
- Windows 8.1 and below and macOS 10.14 and below are no longer supported by the standard release; they need Firefox ESR.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Firefox?
The alternatives to Firefox in this directory are Google Chrome, Brave, Zen Browser, Vivaldi, Microsoft Edge, DuckDuckGo Browser, Opera, Orion and Safari. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Firefox.
Is there a free alternative to Firefox?
Yes. Google Chrome, Zen Browser, Vivaldi, Microsoft Edge and Safari are free to use. Brave, DuckDuckGo Browser, Opera and Orion have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 5, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.