Alternatives · Browsers
Waterfox alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Waterfox alternative for most people is Brave (3.8 GPA), second in our ranking of browsers. The best free one is Firefox (3.8 GPA).
Waterfox compared with 5 alternatives: Firefox, LibreWolf, Floorp, Zen Browser and Brave.
Waterfox is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WaterfoxThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Firefox | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| LibreWolf | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Floorp | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Zen Browser | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Brave | Free plan · from $3.00/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Waterfox has no paid plan and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Firefox and Brave score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Waterfox
Firefox
Free, open-source browser from Mozilla with tracker blocking built in
- Firefox is free.
- Firefox also lists an iOS app.
- Firefox is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Firefox also covers password manager.
- Firefox does not cover ad and tracker blocking, which Waterfox does.
Suits: People who want tracker blocking switched on by default
LibreWolf
Free, privacy-hardened browser built on Firefox
- LibreWolf is free.
- LibreWolf lists no Android app, which Waterfox has.
Suits: Firefox users who want strict privacy defaults without changing settings by hand
Floorp
Free, open-source Firefox-based browser with workspaces and split view
- Floorp is free.
- Floorp lists no Android app, which Waterfox has.
- Floorp does not cover ad and tracker blocking, which Waterfox does.
Suits: Firefox users who want workspaces and split view built in
Zen Browser
Free, open-source desktop browser built around vertical tabs
- Zen Browser is free.
- Zen Browser lists no Android app, which Waterfox has.
- Zen Browser does not cover ad and tracker blocking, which Waterfox does.
Suits: People who prefer vertical tabs and a minimal interface
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).
- Brave also lists an iOS app.
- Brave also covers password manager and video calls.
- Brave does not cover ad and tracker blocking, which Waterfox does.
Suits: People who want ads and trackers blocked without installing extensions
Limits worth knowing in Waterfox
- The site says it is funded partly through search partnerships, with an option to change the search provider or block partner search ads.
- The built-in blocker is described for the desktop browser only.
- It is run by one company, BrowserWorks Ltd, which the site says is wholly owned by its founder.
- There is no iOS version on the download page.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Waterfox?
The alternatives to Waterfox in this directory are Firefox, LibreWolf, Floorp, Zen Browser and Brave. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Waterfox.
Is there a free alternative to Waterfox?
Yes. Firefox, LibreWolf, Floorp and Zen Browser are free to use. Brave has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Waterfox alternatives work on iOS?
The Waterfox listing does not include an iOS app. Firefox and Brave list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.