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Wavebox alternatives
Wavebox compared with 6 alternatives: Shift, Rambox, Vivaldi, Arc, Google Chrome and 1 more.
Wavebox has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro). 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WaveboxThis tool | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Shift | Free plan · from $19.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Rambox | Free plan · from $7.00/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Vivaldi | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Arc | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Chrome | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Velja | Free trial · from $10 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Wavebox
- Free plan · from $19.99/mo
Shift
Build-your-own desktop browser for multiple inboxes, apps and Spaces
- Shift starts at $19.99 per month, or $199.99 billed annually (Advanced). Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Only Wavebox lists a Linux app.
Suits: People juggling several email accounts and app logins
- Free plan · from $7.00/mo
Rambox
Workspace app that runs many web apps and accounts in one window
- Rambox starts at $7.00 per month, or $70.00 per year (Pro). Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Rambox also covers window management.
Suits: Freelancers handling several clients' accounts and tools
- Free
Vivaldi
Customizable browser with built-in mail, calendar and feed reader
- Vivaldi is free. Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Only Vivaldi lists Android and iOS apps.
- Vivaldi is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Vivaldi also covers notes, calendar, email client, screenshots and rSS reader.
Suits: Power users who keep dozens of tabs open
- Free
Arc
Chromium-based browser with Spaces, Profiles and Split View
- Arc is free. Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Only Arc lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Wavebox lists a Linux app.
Suits: People who keep work and personal browsing in one window
- Free
Google Chrome
Google's free browser for desktop and mobile, with Gemini built in
- Google Chrome is free. Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Only Google Chrome lists iOS and Android apps.
- Google Chrome also covers password manager and passkeys.
Suits: Google Account users who want the same bookmarks, passwords and tabs on every device
- Free trial · from $10 one-time
Velja
Mac browser picker that routes links to a browser, profile or app
- Velja starts at $10 one-time purchase. Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro).
- Wavebox has a free plan. Velja does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Velja lists a browser extension.
- Only Wavebox lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Velja can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac users who keep separate browsers or profiles for work and personal use
Limits worth knowing in Wavebox
- The free Basic plan stops at 2 groups with 2 apps in each, 1 extension and 1 dashboard.
- The pricing page shows annual-billing rates only; monthly billing is offered, but its price is not listed there.
- Wavebox is a desktop browser for macOS, Windows and Linux; no mobile app is listed.
- The Mac version requires macOS 12 Monterey or later.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Wavebox?
The alternatives to Wavebox in this directory are Shift, Rambox, Vivaldi, Arc, Google Chrome and Velja. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Wavebox.
Is there a free alternative to Wavebox?
Yes. Vivaldi, Arc and Google Chrome are free to use. Shift and Rambox have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Wavebox alternatives work on Android?
The Wavebox listing does not include an Android app. Vivaldi, Arc and Google Chrome list one.
Which Wavebox alternatives work on iOS?
The Wavebox listing does not include an iOS app. Vivaldi, Arc and Google Chrome list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.