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Zen Browser alternatives
Zen Browser compared with 4 alternatives: Arc, Firefox, Vivaldi and Brave.
Zen Browser is free to use. All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zen BrowserThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Arc | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Firefox | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Vivaldi | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Brave | Free plan · from $3.00/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Zen Browser
- Free
Arc
Chromium-based browser with Spaces, Profiles and Split View
- Arc is free. Zen Browser is free.
- Only Arc lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Zen Browser lists a Linux app.
- Zen Browser is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: People who keep work and personal browsing in one window
- Free
Firefox
Free, open-source browser from Mozilla with tracker blocking built in
- Firefox is free. Zen Browser 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 want tracker blocking switched on by default
- Free
Vivaldi
Customizable browser with built-in mail, calendar and feed reader
- Vivaldi is free. Zen Browser is free.
- Only Vivaldi lists Android and iOS apps.
- Vivaldi is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Zen Browser is open source, 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 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). Zen Browser is free.
- Only Brave lists Android and iOS apps.
- Brave also covers password manager and video calls.
Suits: People who want ads and trackers blocked without installing extensions
Limits worth knowing in Zen Browser
- Zen is labeled a beta and is maintained by a small team, so bug reports and feature requests can take time.
- There is no Android or iOS version, and the FAQ says none is planned.
- The FAQ says Zen has no Widevine license, so DRM-protected streaming does not play on Windows or macOS.
- Horizontal tabs are not supported; the team says they will not be added in the near future.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Zen Browser?
The alternatives to Zen Browser in this directory are Arc, Firefox, Vivaldi and Brave. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zen Browser.
Is there a free alternative to Zen Browser?
Yes. Arc, Firefox and Vivaldi are free to use. Brave has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Zen Browser alternatives work on Android?
The Zen Browser listing does not include an Android app. Arc, Firefox, Vivaldi and Brave list one.
Which Zen Browser alternatives work on iOS?
The Zen Browser listing does not include an iOS app. Arc, Firefox, Vivaldi and Brave list one.
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.